In this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with action star Daniel Stisen to talk about Stand Your Ground, a gritty revenge thriller from Epic Pictures.

Daniel opens up about his journey from Norwegian powerlifting champ to Hollywood actor, and how classic ‘80s action icons like Stallone and Schwarzenegger inspired him to chase his dream.

We dive into Daniel’s intense stunt training, wild behind-the-scenes stories—including getting shot in the leg during one of the film’s biggest action scenes—and how his bodybuilding background helped shape his screen presence.

With brutal hand-to-hand combat, explosive shootouts, and a raw emotional core, Stand Your Ground delivers nonstop action and heart. Daniel’s passion and dedication to the genre shine through in this fun and revealing conversation.

In Theaters Now – On Digital & On Demand May 27, 2025

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In this Reel Insights interview, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, talks with writer-director Carlyle Eubank about the deeply personal story behind Broke, a modern survival tale starring Wyatt Russell and Dennis Quaid. We dive into Carlyle's real-life rodeo roots, why he cast Russell in the lead role, and how shooting in the raw beauty of Montana shaped the film’s emotional core.With real rodeos, real cowboys, and real blizzards, this film is as authentic as it gets. Carlyle also shares behind-the-scenes moments, how his relationship with his father inspired scenes, and why Broke is truly a love letter to rodeo culture.Watch to hear how this stunning indie film came to life—and why it’s one of the most heartfelt and grounded Westerns in years.On Digital May 6, 2025Visit Nerdtropolis.comhttps://www.Facebook.com/nerdtropolishttps://Instagram.com/nerdtropolishttps://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

The MCU got a serious boost—Marvel’s Thunderbolts* is finally here, and we’re breaking down why this chaotic antihero flick is one of the MCU’s boldest moves yet! From hilarious team dynamics to emotional gut-punches and insane action sequences, is this the Marvel movie fans have been waiting for?

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Summer 2025 is about to be MASSIVE for movie fans, and we’re breaking down every must-see blockbuster heading to theaters! From epic adventures to superhero showdowns, this is your go-to summer movie guide.

Here’s what we’re talking about:

• Disney’s Lilo and Stitch live-action remake
• DreamWorks’ How to Train Your Dragon live-action remake
• Marvel’s bold new Fantastic Four
• James Gunn’s fresh new Superman
• The explosive Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning
• Jurassic World: Rebirth bringing back dino-mania
• And tons more surprises you don't want to miss

We’re also dropping Sean and Drew’s Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of the Summer!

PLUS we’re joined by two amazing special guests:

• Kaipo Dudoit from Disney’s Lilo and Stitch
• Cynthia Quiles from the high-octane series Shifting Gears

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On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with director Duncan Skiles about his latest film, Neighborhood Watch.

They dive into the heart of the movie's odd couple dynamic brought to life by Jack Quaid and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, how Duncan approached balancing humor and emotion, and what scenes almost didn’t make the final cut.

Duncan also teases a potential spin-off and his next project that sounds like Halloween meets Christmas Vacation!

If you’re into behind-the-scenes stories, filmmaking vibes, and discovering the next cult classic—this one’s for you.

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On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the legendary Luis Guzmán!

From starring alongside Tom Hardy in Havoc, to returning as Gomez Addams in Wednesday Season 2 with Jenna Ortega, Luis opens up about the roles that still excite him and what it's like working with Hollywood icons like Catherine Zeta-Jones and Tim Burton.

PLUS – Luis gets honest about his iconic role as Ricardo Diaz in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, revealing shocking details about how little the voice actors were compensated, even as the game made billions.

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On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour — the Mayor of Nerdtropolis chats with the legendary Keith David and Macy Gray to talk about their fun new animated movie SNEAKS. In this exclusive interview, the iconic duo chats about their go-to shoes growing up, their current favorite sneakers, and what kind of personality their shoes might have if they could talk!Keith and Macy also reveal which celebrities or characters they’d love to swap shoes with — from Real Housewives to Dapper Dan — and reflect on how far sneaker culture has come. Plus, Sean shows off some of his favorite nerdy kicks, including Back to the Future hoverboard Nikes and custom Jam Master Jay Adidas!SNEAKS, now playing in theaters, is packed with star power like Anthony Mackie, Chloe Bailey, Martin Lawrence, and Laurence Fishburne — and it’s a must-watch for sneakerheads of all ages.Visit Nerdtropolis.comhttps://www.Facebook.com/nerdtropolishttps://Instagram.com/nerdtropolishttps://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan Reunite for Sinners — A Bold, Weird Horror Event

The Moviegoers Society has a LOT to say about Sinners — one of the boldest and weirdest horror films to hit IMAX in a long time.

From its moody 1930s setting to its wild genre-bending twists, we’re breaking down:

• What worked (and what didn’t)
• Dual Michael B. Jordans
• The loooong third act
• Vampire expectations vs reality
• How this movie feels part blockbuster, part arthouse fever dream
• And yes — we cover both post-credit scenes!

Is Sinners the horror drama we’ve been waiting for, or just a big swing that barely connects? Let’s dive in!

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On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Bokeem Woodbine to talk all about his powerful new series, Government Cheese, what the title really means, and how the show taps into dreams, resilience, and rising up. We also touched on a dream day in 1969, and yes we had to ask about Shocker possibly returning for Spider-Man: Brand New Day! Visit Nerdtropolis.comhttps://www.Facebook.com/nerdtropolishttps://Instagram.com/nerdtropolishttps://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Modern Family star Rico Rodriguez!They dive into the animated sneaker adventure SNEAKS, where Rico shares his love for kicks, his go-to pair of Bad Bunny Adidas, and how he designed his closet to spotlight his collection.

He also opens up about stepping out of his comfort zone as an actor and shares a heartfelt moment about his late father and their car club ties in Houston. It’s a fun, personal, and sneaker-filled convo you won’t want to miss!Visit Nerdtropolis.comhttps://www.Facebook.com/nerdtropolishttps://Instagram.com/nerdtropolishttps://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis