Ethan Hunt and his IMF team race to track down a weapon that could devastate humanity. Alongside Tom Cruise, the film features a stellar cast, including Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg, and Rebecca Ferguson, blending suspense, action, and espionage.

We discuss the enduring appeal of the Mission Impossible series, from Cruise’s death-defying stunts to the film’s critical reception and the evolving cinema landscape. Finally, we consider where Dead Reckoning fits within the broader Mission Impossible series and its lasting impact on the action genre.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 7 July 2023 © Rogue Reviews.

Everything Everywhere All At Once is an imaginative blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and family drama. Stressed-out Chinese immigrant Evelyn (Michelle Yeoh) frantically navigates the multiverse to connect with the lives she could have led, and in the process, save existence.

We chat about the film’s unconventional marketing, which built buzz through word-of-mouth, and highlight the emotional depth brought by the diverse cast, including Yeoh, Ki-Hoo Kwan, and Jamie Lee Curtis. As the film’s pacing shifts from slow to mind-bending, we explore its themes of choice, identity, and family dynamics.

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Recorded on the 1 June 2022 © Rogue Reviews.

Gladiator II is the long-awaited sequel to Ridley Scott’s 2000 classic. With a new story, fresh gladiator, and a star-studded cast, including Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington, the film promises big spectacle.

Full of action, stunning visuals, and impressive CGI, we question whether the film relies too much on familiar tropes and fails to stand out.

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Recorded on the 1 December 2024 © Rogue Reviews.

Christmas action-comedy Red One brings together a star-studded cast, mixing action with festive cheer as Callum (Dwayne Johnson) and Jack (Chris Evans) team up to rescue Santa Claus. While there’s no shortage of high-energy moments, we dive into the film’s predictability, rushed character development, and missed opportunities to create something truly memorable.

Despite some entertaining performances and a few solid laughs, we ask whether it has what it takes to be a holiday classic, or if it fades into the background as just another Christmas film.

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Recorded on the 19 November 2024 © Rogue Reviews.

Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, with Hugh Grant delivering a captivating performance in a role far from his usual, Heretic is a chilling psychological thriller. The film follows two young missionaries who are drawn into a tense psychological battle with a sinister figure, leading to deep questions about faith, control, and manipulation.

We explore the film’s slow-burn tension, where dialogue takes centre stage over typical horror tropes, and discuss the philosophical themes around belief and power.

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Recorded on the 13 November 2024 © Rogue Reviews.

When Smile came out in 2022, we thought it was a great horror movie and enjoyed its unsettling atmosphere. We weren't alone, as it became a runaway hit with audiences across the world. The story continues with Smile 2, which follows pop star Sky Riley, whose haunting visions threaten to unravel her grasp on both her career and her sanity.

From Sky’s complex character arc to the film’s clever use of sound and visuals, we debate what makes Smile 2 a standout in modern horror as we discuss the psychological depth and eerie tension that make this sequel both compelling and unsettling.

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Recorded on the 06 November 2024 © Rogue Reviews.

Dungeons & Dragons has rarely translated well from the tabletop to the big screen. Previous attempts often ended in campy costumes, dodgy CGI and forgettable dialogue. This time around, Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves took an entirely different approach, with a well-crafted world full of colourful characters, it broke the mould, with its high stakes fun and character-driven storytelling.

Directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, the film follows a ragtag team led by Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, and Hugh Grant on a high-stakes, unpredictable adventure across the Forgotten Realms.

We explore the humour, heart, and character dynamics that make this adaptation a delightful experience for both fans and newcomers, unravelling the film’s distinctive charm, exceptional performances, and its remarkable ability to seamlessly blend humour with action.

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Recorded on the 10 April 2023 © Rogue Reviews.

Ben Mears, a writer returns to his childhood hometown of Jerusalem's Lot, Maine. 25 years have passed and things have changed. He soon discovers an ancient evil has come to town and is turning the residents into vampires. Salem's Lot is Gary Dauberman's adaption of the Stephen King's chilling novel which itself has been adapted several times over the decades.

Filled with nostalgia, critique, and insights we debate where the film could have delved further into the chilling themes King is known for.

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Recorded on the 29 October 2024 © Rogue Reviews.

Twelve strangers wake up in a clearing. They don't know where they are. They don't know how they got there. They don't know who the eleven other people are. Then the bullets start flying. The Hunt is a razor-sharp action thriller, directed by Craig Zobel and starring the phenomenal Betty Gilpin as non-nonsense Crystal, alongside Hilary Swank, Ike Barinholtz, and Ethan Suplee.

A somewhat controversial film, centering on a group of elites hunting right-wing individuals for sport, didn't just turn heads—it sparked fierce debates and outrage, coinciding with the heated 2020 U.S. presidential campaign.

We reflect on the film’s impact and ask, is The Hunt a satirical mirror to a divided society, or simply a thriller meant to shock? Either way, its cultural punch is undeniable, with humour and horror colliding with a tense exploration of modern political discord.

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Recorded on the 24 February 2022 © Rogue Reviews.

Moving the mayhem from Woodsboro to New York, the survivors of the last film find themselves once again targeted by a new Ghostface in Scream VI. The urban jungle provides its own set of challenges as the movies iconic killer goes all out to land a kill.

As always, Scream VI plays with genre tropes, and we debate whether its signature meta-commentary still packs a punch.

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Recorded on the 17 September 2023 © Rogue Reviews.