In the time of a devastating global pandemic, Steven Soderbergh’s Contagion has taken on new relevance. Michael, Joe, and Jared review that 2011 thriller in this episode.

The guys discuss Crimes and Misdemeanors in this episode—the first in a new, intermittent series of retro reviews. Joe recommends a ’90s gangster cult classic, while Jared endorses a horror franchise reboot. Michael explains his love for Woody Allen’s 1989 film. Note: This conversation was recorded before COVID-19 took hold of the United States and altered daily life. Warning: The ending to 2019’s Black Christmas is spoiled in the recommendations section.

Céline Sciamma’s acclaimed Portrait of a Lady on Fire is the topic of the episode. The guys also reflect on the results of the 2020 Oscars.

The decade in review continues! Over two episodes, Michael, Jared, and Joe are revealing their top 20 films of the decade (2010-2019). Here in Part 2, the guys discuss their selections for numbers 10 through 1.

It’s the big one! Over two episodes, Michael, Jared, and Joe reveal their top 20 films of the decade (2010-2019). Here in Part 1, the guys discuss their selections for numbers 20 through 11.

Michael, Jared, and Joe reflect on 2019 cinema and unveil their annual Top 10 lists. There is disagreement on 1917. Jared identifies the film he expects to regret leaving off his top ten. Michael picks a documentary he watched just hours before recording. Joe declares a certain character the best stoner since Jeff Lebowski.

It’s that time of year again! Michael and Joe disagree wildly on the Best Original Score nominees. Joe campaigns against Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit. Jared bemoans the snubs of Uncut Gems and The Farewell. The guys praise Lee Jung-eun’s performance in Parasite.

The guys review Sam Mendes’s WWI film, 1917. Joe and Jared recommend some overlooked 2019 films. Michael reflects on the Golden Globe Awards.

The Star Wars Skywalker saga comes to a close, and the Reel Fanatics hosts are here for it! Michael, Joe, and Jared share their New Year’s resolutions. Michael revisits the films of Sam Mendes. Jared and Joe recommend two recent releases and then disagree on The Mandalorian.

Michael, Joe, and Jared are joined by guest Josh Panos to discuss Noah Baumbach’s filmography and his new film, Marriage Story. The guys respond to listener feedback.