Reel Fanatics

By Michael Neelsen, Jared Gores, Joe PudasTV & Film Film Reviews

Reel Fanatics episodes

February 08, 2022 #370 : THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH
Joel Coen goes it alone for a noir-steeped Macbeth, and the guys dig into it, discussing the challenges of adapting Shakespeare for the screen. Also, some thoughts are shared on the recent passing of several major filmmakers and entertainers.
1 hr 19 min
January 21, 2022 #369 : LICORICE PIZZA
Paul Thomas Anderson blessed us with another film, so the guys excitedly dig into Licorice Pizza's major pleasures and minor problems. But before that review, Joe sparks debate and disagreement over The Matrix Resurrections.
1 hr 34 min
January 09, 2022 #368 : THE POWER OF THE DOG
The guys review The Power of the Dog, Jane Campion's long-awaited return to feature filmmaking. Jared and Joe disagree on the new adaptation of Nightmare Alley as well as Christmas favorite Elf.
1 hr 16 min
December 28, 2021 #367 : WEST SIDE STORY
Steven Spielberg remakes a classic musical, and the guys dig into it! Jared recommends two new arthouse films. Michael praises Peter Jackson's Beatles doc. Joe is inspired to watch a certain David Cronenberg film after an unusual experience.
1 hr 14 min
December 18, 2021 #366 : NO TIME TO DIE
[Due to recording issues, the audio in this episode is lower quality.] The guys finally review the long-delayed James Bond film, No Time to Die, and discuss what it means for the franchise going forward. Also, they recommend a slew of new films and TV series.
1 hr 35 min
December 06, 2021 #365 : DUNE / LAST NIGHT IN SOHO
A double episode! The guys discuss Denis Villeneuve's Dune and Edgar Wright's Last Night in Soho. They briefly deviate to disagree on the latest James Bond entry, No Time to Die.
1 hr 29 min
November 21, 2021 #364 : TITANE
Palme d'Or winner Titane generates considerable debate among the hosts. Jared reports on the Mill Valley Film Festival and recommends several upcoming movies.
1 hr 8 min
November 13, 2021 #363 : THE CARD COUNTER
The guys discuss the new Paul Schrader film, The Card Counter. Jared and Joe each recommend new television series. Michael expresses his excitement about the latest projects from Paul Thomas Anderson and Dave Chappelle.
1 hr 15 min
October 18, 2021 #362 : ANNETTE
French auteur Leos Carax finally returns with a musical feature, Annette, and the guys dig into this unique film. Joe discusses M. Night Shyalaman’s Old. Michael revisits two mid-2000s comedies.
1 hr 23 min
September 21, 2021 #361 : THE GREEN KNIGHT
The guys review the long-awaited The Green Knight. Joe recommends two TV miniseries. Michael explores the work of an old master. Jared reveals he has a new favorite Cronenberg film.
1 hr 12 min