Movie Bears Podcast

On this episode we're blasting off with a review of PROJECT HAIL MARY and as a bonus, we're sharing some of our favorite films and highlights from SXSW FILM 2026! Listen in to the fun and be sure to say hello in the comments.

TIME INDEX:

8:03 - Review: PROJECT HAIL MARY

26:05 - Spoilers: PROJECT HAIL MARY

44:57 - Highlights of SXSW FILM 2026 (Part 1)

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify - or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch the videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

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The Oscars are almost here, but who cares about those anymore?! We kid, BUT on this episode, we're handing out our *own* awards for 2026. We're naming the fabulous winners of our superlative categories from Best "Hell Yeah!" moment to the Hottest On Screen scene or movie. So join the fun and be sure to say hello in the comments and share your movie superlatives from last year's movies.

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify - or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch the videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

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Q: What do you get when you review both PILLION *and* 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE??

A: The Boner Temple!! And let's be fair, that's always a place we'll want to be! Jump into this episode for a discussion of both films and be sure to share your thoughts in the comments. Enjoy the show!

TIME INDEX

3:51 - Review: 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE

13:48 - Spoilers: 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE

34:07 - Review: PILLION

50:00 - Spoilers: PILLION

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify - or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch the videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

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On the previous episode, we counted down our 10th-6th picks. So, on this one we whip it all out by sharing our 5th-1st picks and we even have some listener lists to mention & discuss, too. We hope you enjoy our lists. Please feel free to say hello and share your top movies in the comments! Enjoy the show!

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for !FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify - or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch the videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

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It is done! We've waited as long as we can to see as many movies as we can from 2025 and now our TOP 10 FILMS OF 2025 lists are complete! We can't wait to share them with you and we even have some listener lists to discuss, too. Please give us comments to say hello and share your top movies of the year. Enjoy the show!

Note: This episode (Part I) covers the #10 to #6 films on our lists. Next episode will cover our #5 to #1. Don't miss it!

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify - or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch the videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

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With the holidays having come and gone, the Movie Bears are back and rounding up the best stuff we saw over the break. From Shakespeare to Neil Diamond to giant snakes (x2?), we've got some fun recommends you don't want to miss. What have *YOU* been watching? Come on! Jump into the comments and sound off!

TIME INDEX

0:00 - Intros and Holiday time catch-up

10:59 - SONG SUNG BLUE (Rent on Apple TV or Prime Video)

22:35 - HAMNET (in theaters)

30:49 - ANACONDA (in theaters or rent on Prime Video)

38:54 - NO OTHER CHOICE (in theaters)

44:53 - MY MOM JAYNE (streaming on HBO/MAX)

49:46 - SOLO LEVELING (stream on CrunchyRoll or buy on Apple TV or Prime Video)

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify - or wherever you get your podcasts.

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On this episode we dive into WICKED: FOR GOOD! Did the second movie adaptation leave its hand print on our hearts? Or make us want to get out of Oz? Tune in to hear our thoughts,, but please also share yours in the comments. Enjoy the show!

TIME INDEX

8:49 - Review (with spoilers!): WICKED: FOR GOOD

44:19 - Butt, Plugs: SENTIMENTAL VALUE (in theaters), Pluribus (Apple TV), Solo Leveling (Netflix)

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify - or wherever you get your podcasts.

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DOUBLE REVIEW: On this episode, we're returning to two terrifying towns where evil never really dies. First up: THE BLACK PHONE 2 —can the Grabber's ghostly grip still hold us, or does this sequel dial the wrong number? Then we head back to Derry for IT: WELCOME TO DERRY, the chilling prequel series that dives into Pennywise's past and the cursed town that keeps feeding him. From basement lairs to blood-soaked sewers, we've got thoughts—and so do you! Please drop your thoughts in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 7:56 - Review: THE BLACK PHONE 2 25:58 - Spoilers: THE BLACK PHONE 2 47:00 - Review: IT: WELCOME TO DERRY 51:47 - Spoilers: IT: WELCOME TO DERRY

Listen to all of the MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch the videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

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From headlocks to heartbreak, Dwayne Johnson, aka "The Rock", aka DJ, trades in the ring for raw emotion in "The Smashing Machine," A24's bruising new drama about real-life legendary MMA fighter Mark Kerr. On this episode, we step into the cage to see if The Rock's most vulnerable performance yet packs a real punch or just taps out early. We also share some plugs you don't want to miss so be sure to stay until the end! It's episode 538 and the gloves are on, the bell has rung, and the cage is ready. Let's go! Enjoy the show and please leave your thoughts in the comments!

TIME INDEX

11:08 - Review: THE SMASHING MACHINE

40:02- Spoilers: THE SMASHING MACHINE

56:51- Butt, Plugs!: IF I HAD LEGS, I'D KICK YOU; BOOTS (Netflix series); GOOD BOY; TRON: ARES

Listen to more MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

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We've been deep in the heart of Texas—Austin, to be exact—for our FANTASTIC FEST 2025 coverage! From midnight screenings to surprise premieres, we've got the highlights, the weirdness, and the best genre gems to put on your radar. But first, we lock the doors and draw the blinds for our review of THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2. Does this long-awaited sequel breathe new life into one of horror's most unsettling franchises, or is it just knocking on nostalgia's door? Festival chaos, masked killers, and maybe a little Texas kolache talk: join us for all that and more. Enjoy the show and drop your thoughts in the comments! TIME INDEX: 8:18 - Review: THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2 23:37 - Spoilers: THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2 34:43 - Discussion of highlights from FANTASTIC FEST 2025: ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER; SIRAT; BUGONIA; THE PLAGUE; V/H/S HALLOWEEN; GOOD LUCK HAVE FUN DON'T DIE; FORBIDDEN CITY

Listen to more MBP movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Or, you can watch videos of our shows on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/moviebearspodcast, our website: www.moviebearspodcast.com, or Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moviebearspodcast.

Please leave a comment or review, we'd love to read it on the next episode!