"Keeping it Reel" with FilmGordon

What drives 17 children to vanish into the night — and why is one left behind?

In Weapons, Zach Cregger (Barbarian) crafts a haunting mystery-horror that sidesteps jump scares in favor of psychological dread. Anchored by powerful performances from Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and breakout star Cary Christopher, this slow-burning thriller unravels through shifting perspectives, communal grief, and a central question with no easy answers.

Creeping dread, emotional complexity, and narrative ambition collide in one of the year’s most thought-provoking genre films.

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Eddie Murphy. Keke Palmer. Pete Davidson.

What could go wrong? A routine cash run turns into chaos in The Pickup — but does this action-comedy deliver the laughs and the thrills?

We break down Tim Story’s latest film, the cast chemistry, and why this one might not hit the mark. Listen to our spoiler-free podcast review now!


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Disney+’s Eyes of Wakanda isn’t just another Marvel story; it’s a globe-spanning, centuries-deep journey through myth, espionage, and sacrifice.

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Jason Momoa delivers his magnum opus. Chief of War is a sweeping, blood-soaked chronicle of the Hawaiian Islands’ unification, a series as brutal as it is beautiful, as spiritual as it is cinematic.

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Not all alien invasions come with lasers. Rich Lee’s War of the Worlds reimagines the classic tale with Ice Cube leading the fight, not against destruction, but against an attack on our data.

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Liam Neeson trades his ‘particular set of skills’ for pratfalls in The Naked Gun revival, but can the legendary spoof franchise survive without its original spark?

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From prison breaks to high-speed chases, Egerton carries the weight, but it’s Heger’s raw vulnerability and surprising strength that give the film its soul.

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Rest Well, Malcolm | Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon

Tim Gordon and Charles Kirkland Jr. honor the multifaceted legacy of Malcolm-Jamal Warner in this moving conversation. From sitcom icon to award-winning artist, learn how he’s continued to redefine success—and why stepping back can sometimes be the bravest move of all.

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In The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the world’s most beloved heroes face their greatest challenge yet, choosing between saving the world and protecting their family.

With stunning visuals, heart, and a retro-cool aesthetic, this is the reboot we've been waiting for.

🎬 Stay for both post-credit scenes.

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“Born into bondage. Destined for brilliance.”

Washington Black isn’t just another historical drama; it’s a daring tale of freedom, imagination, and radical hope. When an eleven-year-old boy escapes a Barbados sugar plantation, his journey becomes one of invention, identity, and defiance. With stunning visuals and a breakout performance at its heart, this limited series redefines what it means to survive and soar.

Discover the story that dares to dream beyond the chains. 

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