With the 35th anniversary of Back to the Future* this week, we dedicated our episode to time travel – the movies that did it well and the ones that didn’t. Before that, we pay tribute to the legend who gave us Batman and Robin and St. Elmo’s Fire, director Joel Schumacher, and we play a new game called Guess the Tagline. Ryan beat us all.  *Tune in next Wednesday for a special Back to the Future episode. NEW T-shirts and things at our Tee Public shop. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 39:14: News of the Week Mulan Release Date Could Be Changed […]

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This week, Reel Chronicles looks at M. Night Shyamalan’s favorite trope – the movie twist. Dave, Leo, and Ryan break down the best and worst twists of all time. Before that, they look at James Cameron’s movies (the good, the bad, and the Avatar). Listen and find out if your favorite movie twist makes their lists. NEW T-shirts and things at our Tee Public shop. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 35:56: News of the Week Kristen Stewart to play Princess Diana in Pablo Larrain’s Spencer Snyder Cut Justice League Teaser Stephen King’s Proposal for a Jason Voorhees Novel Oscar Date Change to April […]

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This week, Dave, Jen, and Leo tackle their lists of film remakes better than the originals and a list of their worst remakes. You may discover a film on their list that you didn’t realize is a beloved remake, and not an original like you may have thought. Before that, they discuss the recent movie release changes starting with Tenet in July and the introduction of a new Joker in Matt Reeves’ Batman trilogy plus the filmography of Stanley Kubrick. NEW T-shirts and things at our Tee Public shop. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 50:46: News of the Week The Academy Sets 10 Best Picture […]

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This week, we discuss what we’ll do if AMC Theaters closes down, decide whether Steven Spielberg is one of the greatest directors of all time and run through our lists of best and worst film sequels. You already know Jen’s #1. Listen to find out why Ryan hates it so much. NEW T-shirts and things at our Tee Public shop. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 39:37: News of the Week AMC Theaters has Substantial Doubt About Staying in Business Evan Peters Joining Wandavision Quarantine Watch Director Breakdown: Steven Spielberg 39:38 – 1:53:20: Best and Worst Sequels Listen to past episodes: 135: Top […]

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This week, Jennie’s back and the crew pays homage to their favorite 15 comedies of yesteryear and the last decade. David even argues as to why Back to the Future is a comedy, despite those that defend it’s not. What films made their list and what’s on your list? Are they the same? Listen and find out! Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 41:38: News of the Week Martin Scorcese’s Killers of the Flower Moon heading to Apple TV: Leonardo DiCaprio to play a villain instead of previously declared role – Paramount bails as budget increases. Cobra Kai leaving YouTube Sonic the […]

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This week, we mark the beginning of summer by diving into our Top 25 Summer Blockbusters. Whether it was the release of Jaws in 1975 or Star Wars in 1977, there’s no denying that these two iconic films with their big budgets, significant returns, marketing, and merchandising started it all for what we’ve come to know as the “summer blockbuster.” Since then, we’ve seen some of the top-grossing movies of all time follow this seasonal release schedule and moviegoers coming out in droves to watch them. What makes the list of our favorite summer blockbusters? Listen and find out! Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 43:40: […]

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This week, we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith and the 40th anniversary of the most significant entry in the saga, Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back. The guys and special guest Star Wars cinephile, Vinny, break down all of their favorite moments from the two films and discuss how the reveal of Empire would not be received well on social media if the film was released today. After the breakdown, the guys rank all the movies in the saga.  Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 29:45: News of the Week Scarface Remake Hamilton and Disney Plus […]

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Starting this week, we’re shifting to Wednesdays for all-new episodes. This week, we look at the ’90s and all of our favorite films from 5 genres: action, comedy, drama, horror, and comic book (before the Marvel Cinematic Universe). Before that, we break down the filmography of one of the most unique directors of our time, Tim Burton, as well as some Oscars trivia because David has the award season blues. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 1:04:00: 0:00 – 17:50 – News of the Week 17:51 – 29:36 – Quarantine Watch 29:37 – 45:09 – Good or Bad: The Filmography of Director […]

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This week, we look back at 25 years of an under-appreciated gem from the mind of Kevin Smith, Mallrats. The guys look at their favorite moments, characters, and discuss its place in Smith’s filmography. Topping it all off, the guys rank the entire View Askewniverse. Listen and find out where Mallrats falls in the rankings. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 30:59 – News of the Week Chris Hemsworth Hogan Biopic Update WWE Superstar Becky Lynch Joining Marvel Film AMC Theaters Bans Universal Picture Releases from All Theaters with Regal Cinemas Support The Academy Makes Changes to its Eligibility Rules Quarantine Watch […]

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This week’s Reel Chronicles ends our look back at mob films of 1990 as the guys dive into The Godfather Part III for its 30th anniversary. Along with breaking down the film’s mediocre response, the crew talks about everything including the craziness of Andy Garcia’s chest hair and how many years later, The Godfather Part III is not as bad as people make it out to be. Episode Timeline: 0:00 – 24:27 – News of the Week The Rock & Issa Rae Join Forces for HBO Show on Backyard Wrestling Scoob! heading to digital in May The Hunger Games Prequel […]

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