The eagerly anticipated Spider-Verse sequel is the topic of this episode, but there isn't unanimous praise for the film among the hosts. Michael explores the work of S. Craig Zahler. Jared champions a Sundance hit. Joe goes literary.

Daniel Goldhaber's eco-terrorism thriller, How to Blow Up a Pipeline, is the topic of the day. Before digging into that film, Jared and Joe disagree on and debate two more recent releases, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves.

Guest Natalie Pohorski joins the guys again to analyze Ari Aster's dark comedy, Beau Is Afraid. Michael revisits two '90s indie classics, while Jared champions two new indie films. Natalie recommends an under-appreciated sports movie, while Joe slams an over-appreciated one.

In this special episode, Michael, Jared, and guest Natalie Pohorski discuss the history and process of making their documentary feature, Beyond Human Nature, which is now available on VOD platforms! Buy or rent it here: https://geni.us/BeyondHumanNature

A supersized episode to celebrate a supersized action film! In the first half of the show, Michael, Jared, and Joe review John Wick: Chapter 4 and discuss how it measures up to the other entries in the franchise. In the second half, the guys share their top five action movies in honor of Joe's father.

Beyond Human Nature, the true crime documentary that Michael, Joe, and Jared have been working on since 2014, finally has a release date!

Beyond Human Nature, the true crime documentary that Michael, Joe, and Jared have been working on since 2014, finally has a release date!

The guys list upcoming titles that could make 2023 a strong movie year. Jared recommends two restored re-releases. Joe reads Tarantino's new book. Michael catches up on some 2022 films.

The guys share their top tens for a year of many good films but few great ones. Jared champions two obscure Mubi releases. Joe vows to further explore Indian cinema. Michael discovers a new personal political hero.

The nominations for the 95th Academy Awards have been announced, and the guys have opinions! Running through all the nominees also gives Michael, Jared, and Joe the chance to discuss some films not reviewed on the pod, including RRR, Women Talking, All Quiet on the Western Front, Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, and Living.