Reel World Theology

On this episode of the Reel World Theology podcast: We kick off October with a movie that has been heralded as the scariest movie of 2018, Hereditary. Due to the nature of its release, it took a while for this to make the rounds, but it has been the highlight of many horror fans year. We figure, what better time than October to talk about notable horror movie and listen in as Fizz becomes increasingly more disturbed by the film as the conversation progresses.

On this episode of the Reel World Theology podcast: We talk about a movie that we were all much more excited for before actually seeing it. Predator has become an all-time classic action movie but the movies that have come after have never really lived up to it, including Shane Black's latest The Predator. We talk about what was right about the original and what went wrong in the latest installment along with the difficulty of following up on a beloved original. This episode sponsored by Patron supporters Hunter and Stephie Van Wagenen! Thanks!

On this episode of Reel World: Rewind: We've got it all on this episode as we sit down to talk about UHF! Of all the career accomplishments of the legendary comedic musician Weird Al Yankovic, his 1988 feature-length movie may be one of his more obscure and was a major box office flop. However, thanks to the VHS-generation of movie-lovers, the movie found new life beyond the theaters and became a cult classic. Regardless of the prodigious comedic legend behind this movie, it remains a weird, acquired taste of a movie.

Consider it a huge "SUPPLIES!" that this episode features not one, but two special guests to talk about the show. Reel World staffer Josh Crabb is joined by Feelin' Film's Jeremy Calcara and Reel Perspective Podcast's MJ Smith! These three UHF-heads (is that a thing?) reflect on what makes UHF so funny and why it remains funny, plus what makes Weird Al Yankovic and enduring comedic figure and not a relic of previous generations. Of course, most of the episode is spent trying to keep it on track and not turn into a quote fest, but ultimately it fails miserably. So, grab your twinkie wiener sandwiches, certified Keto-friendly, and enjoy this episode of Rewind!

On this episode of the Reel World Theology podcast: From its announcement, First Reformed has been one of the most requested episodes of Reel World Theology-- even before the film came out. It only took the trailer and the people attached to it to pique enough interest among the community. We take some time to look at how this movie explores and evaluates Christianity and where it gets things right and where it is mostly making commentary on the extremes of its adherents. Take some time with this one.

On this episode of the Reel World Theology podcast: We did it! We had a full-- and legit-- episode on The Meg. Given, it gives us a chance to compare it to other films we may have liked more, but we take the time to explore what The Meg did (and didn't) do for us along with talk about grief. There is a lot of shark love on this episode along with spoiling as many other films as possible. All in all, this is a fun one. Enjoy!

On this episode of the Reel World Theology podcast: We talk for a very long time about how good a movie BlacKkKlansman is and what it can teach us about our past and our present. How do movies about racism in America direct our conversations socially, culturally, and as Christians? Are movies that point out the disparity among different races doing more harm than good? What does it mean to be dedicated to social justice in a politically polarized world? We scratch the surface...

On this episode of Reel World: Rewind: A cerebral zombie movie taking place at a small, local radio station in rural Canada about the zombie-like infection being spread by language has perhaps been the most difficult episode ever to record in the history of Rewind. Not one, not two, but count it, three times, Josh Crabb and Blake Collier have tried to record an episode on Bruce McDonald's 2008 horror movie, Pontypool. If you are seeing and hearing this, make sure to check out your window for a zombie apocalypse. If everything seems normal and safe, then listen to Blake and Josh talk about this movie's prophetic foretelling of the social media echo chamber, the power of words to destroy or redeem, and how the words we use are shaped by and shape meaning.

On this episode of the Reel World Theology Podcast: We talk about the (arguably) best action film of the Summer. We basically have to take a step back and wonder how Tom Cruise not only ceases to age but keeps making some of the best-- and most dedicated-- action films every year. There is a surprising amount to touch on in this popcorn film including truth, dedication to your craft, and tying a series together.

On this episode of the Reel World Theology Podcast: We look at one of the most talked about documentaries of the year, Won't You Be My Neighbor? This look at Fred Rogers life tries to show the man who had seemingly limitless compassion for his fellow man-- especially children. We take some time to admire the example set by Mr.Rogers and talk a lot about how his constant reminder of our innate worth is a message that is just as important now as it was then.