We review one of the best films of 2026, so far, PROJECT HAIL MARY! The long-awaited directorial effort from Phil Lord and Chris Miller. We're joined by fellow filmmaker Gabe Moore and his wife, Allison Moore.
00:00 Start
00:52 Introducing Gabe & Allison
03:26 Gabe's thoughts on Project Hail Mary
05:56 Allison hates The LEGO Movie. Vince doesn't.
07:40 Is Project Hail Mary as smart as it seems?
13:00 Praising Ryan Gosling's performance
15:10 Allison questions the Mary statue
16:09 Kate on going in blind
17:50 Screenwriter Drew Goddard's Career
22:40 Debating the film's themes (SPOILERS)
29:20 Does Vince reference Toy Story in every episode?
31:12 Ryland's character arc
36:14 Ambiguous ending?
38:58 A metaphor for Jesus Christ?
44:54 Every good story is about becoming a saint
46:12 Lord & Miller troupes, comedy, and soundtrack
49:10 Bad movie theater experiences
56:10 Did the film need romance?
57:05 Lily from AT&T is in this film
58:07 Discussing Andy Weir's original book
1:00:45 Early production history
1:02:53 Reception (GOD TIER?)
1:06:30 Final Thoughts and Score
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