Reel Chronicles

We’re gonna need a bigger boat… because this episode is PACKED. To celebrate 50 years of JAWS, the Reel Chronicles crew dives headfirst into Spielberg’s summer-defining classic! From the legacy of Bruce the Shark to that spine-tingling John Williams score, it’s all on deck. But wait for it… Dave LAWYERS UP to defend Mayor Vaughn, arguing the man was just trying to protect local tourism, okay?! It’s unhinged. It’s hilarious and most importantly, Jack and Hunter were willing to listen. This isn’t just a deep dive. It’s a full-blown shark cage descent. Check it out now—because when it comes to JAWS, […]

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To infinity… and through the tiers! On the latest episode of Reel Chronicles, Dave, Jack, and special guest Luk take a joyride through 30 years of Pixar magic, ranking every single Pixar film into their official tiers. From instant classics to Cars 2, the guys break it all down as the beloved studio celebrates the 30th anniversary of its first feature, Toy Story. Did Up soar to the top?Did Brave brave the bottom?And where did Luk drop CARS? It’s tier lists, hot takes, nostalgia, and plenty of laughs as we celebrate the legacy that started with Toy Story and changed animation […]

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Holy neon nostalgia, Batman! Can you believe it’s been 30 years since Batman Forever lit up the big screen with Jim Carrey’s manic Riddler, Tommy Lee Jones’ two-toned madness, and Val Kilmer’s brooding Batsuit? On today’s episode, we’re diving headfirst into the Day-Glo chaos and Schumacher flair that made Batman Forever one of the most polarizing entries in the Caped Crusader’s cinematic saga. From its toyetic production design to U2 and Seal, we’re putting it all under the Bat-microscope. So grab your Riddler cane, polish up that Batmobile, and join Dave, Hunter, Jack and special guest Rory on this ride […]

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It’s Friday the 13th, so there’s only one film that should be celebrated on this chilly evening, the one that started it all! On this episode, Dave and Hunter are joined by the Freakquels dynamic duo of Rory and EJ. The guys discuss the ins and outs on the film and the legacy its had on the genre and most importantly, is it even a good film. Where do the guys rank this film among the slasher greats? Tune In! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on […]

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As the Summer Blockbuster season begins, this weeks episode looks back at one of the most important blockbusters of the the last 20 years, Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins. Joining Dave this week are special guests Rory and Hugh as they wax poetically on the film and its lasting legacy on the genre and pop culture. Where do the guys rank this film among comic book origin films? Tune In! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • […]

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With the releases of Lilo and Stitch and Mission Impossible, the Summer Blockbuster Season is officially here. On this week’s episode, Dave, Jack, Hunter bring back the Fantasy Movie Draft. This time around, the guys are drafting all the summer films releasing from May to August in hopes to secure the team with the highest grossing box office of the summer. Where do the guys end up with their picks? Tune In! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • […]

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A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… George Lucas returned to the world he made famous in 1977. On this week’s episode, Dave, Jack, Hunter and special guest Luke dive into what consider the greatest Star Wars film and sequel of all time, The Empire Strikes Back. From battle of Hoth to I Love You, I Know,  the guys break it all down. Where do the guys stand on the film? Tune In! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • […]

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What was once his most underrated has now become one of his most beloved! On this weeks episode, Dave, Jack, Hunter and special guest Rory celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Martin Scorsese’s After Hours. From the mayhem of the evening to another true story from Gonzo, the guys break it all down. Where do the guys stand on the film? Tune In! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • […]

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After technical difficulties threw our 1995 Oscar redo into the land of lost podcasts, Dave, Jack and Hunter return with an absolute banger of an episode! Joined by special guests Rory and the icon Kurt, the guys break down the 45th anniversary of CRUISING. From its perms to rules of bandanas, the guys break it all down including memorable true stories from Dave and Kurt. Where do the guys stand on the film? Tune In! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify […]

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Another Oscar Season has come to an end! Anora has our 97th winner of Best Picture and the guys are back to talk Academy Awards and Draft! After a few months away, the Fantasy Movie Draft returns as Dave, Jack and Hunter draft Best Picture winners from every decade starting in the 1920-30’s and culminating in the 2020’s. What films landed on their draft boards? Tune In! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio […]

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