Guess what else turns 30 this year? Steven Spielberg’s Hook.  Feel old yet? No.  Join us and celebrate this family classic. Originally penned as a sequel to J.M. Barrie’s 1911 novel, Peter and Wendy, Hook focuses on an adult Peter Pan, played by our late favorite funnyman Robin Williams, who has forgotten his childhood and Neverland. Enter Captain Hook, played by Dustin Hoffman, who kidnaps his children and forces him to return to save them. He not only reunites with the Lost Boys but once again faces off with his childhood nemesis.  Throw in music by maestro John Williams and stellar performances by all […]

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“Good evening, Clarice.”  This week, we celebrate 30 years of The Silence of the Lambs, Jodie Foster, and nefarious cannibal Hannibal Lecter played superbly by Anthony Hopkins. We break down this psychological thriller and why it deserved to win the top five Academy Awards in 1991.  Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 46:02: News WGA & PGA Winners Black Widow & Cruella to Premiere on Disney+ Helen Mirren Joins Shazam: Fury of the Gods Michael Keaton may not reprise role of Batman in The Flash Zack Snyder’s Justice League Second to Wonder Woman 1984 on HBO Max Streams Warner Media CEO Confirms No Further Entries in the Snyderverse Suicide Squad 2 […]

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This month’s Cinephile Roundtable brings with them a slew of director’s cuts. In the episode, Elliott, J.C., and Dave have a complete discussion on the most recent director’s cut, the highly anticipated Zack Snyder’s Justice League. The guys delve into the pros and cons of the film and the future of the DCEU, followed by a breakdown of their Top 10 Best Director’s Cuts. What makes their list? Tune in and find out! Timeline 0:00 – 52:33: News Is MoviePass Making a Comeback? Academy Award Nominations: Surprises, Snubs, and Expectations Zack Snyder’s Justice League Discussion 52:34- 1:11:21: Best Director’s Cuts […]

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This week, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Birdcage. Based on the 1978 film and 1973 play La Cage aux Folles, this comedic cult classic takes us to Miami’s South Beach, where we meet Armand and Albert, a gay couple who hide their identities when meeting their son’s conservative future in-laws. Besides the film’s profound moments, it was ahead of its time and packed with memorable scenes and instantly quotable one-liners. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 56:38: News Avatar Overtakes The Avengers as the Number 1 Grossing Film of All Time Justice League Accidently Leaks on HBO Max 10 Days Early Michael B. Jordan […]

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Ferris Bueller’s Day Off turns 35 this year and David, Leo, and Ryan celebrate this week with a very special episode. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 55:13: News Golden Globes Recap The Simpsons Renewed for Seasons 33 and 34 SDCC 2021 to Go Virtual Superman and Lois Renewed for Season 2 F9 Moves to June 2021 while A Quiet Place 2 Moves to May 2021 What We Watched This Week 55:14 – 1:25:11: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Turns 35 Listen to Past Episodes: 168: Best & Worst Gangster Films 167: Taxi Driver & Joker 166: Black Cinema Cinephile Roundtable: 6. Marvel […]

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This week, Dave, Leo, and Ryan dive into the underworld of the gangster genre with their 10 best and 5 worst films. Listen and find out what makes their list. – This episode was originally recorded on Sunday, February 28th but due to hosting server difficulties, it’s being published on Wednesday, March 10th. Episode 169 will be available Thursday, March 11th.  Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 43:19: News Final Golden Globes Predictions Paramount Pictures will debut films on Paramount + 45 Days After Theatrical Release Spider-Man 3  Title Revealed Trailer Talk: The Mighty Ducks: Game Changer, Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead Snyder […]

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This week, the guys celebrate the 45th anniversary of Martin Scorsese’s masterpiece, Taxi Driver, and its influence over 2019’s Joker. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 49:43: News WGA Nominations Martin’s Scorsese Recent Thinkpiece on the State of Cinema Cruella Trailer Mortal Kombat Trailer Allen v. Farrow Trailer Joss Whedon/Charisma Carpenter Allegations John Carpenters Says Halloween Kills Likely Will Stream Joaquin Phoenix Casts in Ari Aster’s Disappointment Jennifer Lawrence Rumored to Be Cast as Sue Storm What We Watched This Week 49:44 – 1:34:41:  45 Years of Taxi Driver Influence on Joker Listen to Past Episodes: 163: Top 15 Best and 5 Worst Sports Films 162: […]

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On this Justice League-sized edition of Reel Chronicles, the Cinephile Roundtable team joins Leo and Ryan to talk Black Cinema. The guys talk about the genre’s importance and their five film recommendations and top performances to watch, including their first entry into the subgenre. This is not an episode to be missed.  Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 56:35: News Old & F9 Superbowl Spots J.K. Simmons & Nina Arlanda in Talks to Join Aaron Sorkin’s Being the Ricardos The Wizard of Oz Remake in the Works Gina Carano Fired from The Mandalorian Bella Ramsey & Pedro Pascal Cast as Ellie and Joel in The Last of Us Zack […]

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The constant debate among fans of Marvel and DC Comics rages on in this week’s episode of Cinephile Roundtable. Looking at both comic giants’ history, the guys dissect every film release culminating in a final discussion about the MCU and the DCEU. Is Marvel the overwhelming powerhouse many claim it to be, or does DC take the reins? Listen and find out. Timeline 0:00 – 35:04: News The CW Renews All 12 of Its Series Golden Globes and SAG Nominations Surprises and Snubs Wandavision 35:05- 2:07:28: Marvel vs. DC Films FOLLOW our Hosts: Dave – @gonzo_mania JC – @mercwiththemovies Elliott […]

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We go back to one of our favorite genres – comic book films, but this time, they’re animated. The guys rank their Top 15 best and 5 worst. What makes their list? Tune in and find out. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 43:00: News Christopher Nolan Rumored to Be Cutting Ties with Warner Bros. Lee Daniels’ The Wonder Years Moving Forward at ABC Kevin Feige Confirms Rumors of Jim Carrey to the MCU The Mighty Ducks: Game Changer Sets March Release Date NBR and AFI Honorees Zack Snyder’s Justice League to Debut March 18th What We Watched This Week 43:01 – 1:27:31: Top […]

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