For this Best Picture Breakdown of Strictly Reel, Chris and Richie discuss Michael Curtiz's Casablanca which won during the 16th Academy Awards in 1942. We dive into the incredible and memorable writing, fascinating lighting, captivating performances of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, along with it's timely release during the height of World War 2. Join us on this episode to hear our opinions, review, analysis, and interesting facts about one of Hollywood's most iconic and quotable films to date!

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-03:13) - Opening Credits

(03:14-01:06:04) - Casablanca (1942) Best Picture Breakdown

(01:06:05-01:08:13) - Upcoming Episodes & Closing Credits

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Richie and Chris discuss current film news ranging from Live-Action titles announced such as One-Punch Man, upcoming Netflix series information, Marvel casting updates, and more! Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week including Unfrosted, Disaster Movie, The Starving Games, Planet of the Apes Reboot, plus more. Tune-in to hear more of our thoughts and opinions on all of these exciting topics!

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:17) - Opening Credits

(01:18-01:05:43) - Film News - One-Punch Man Live-Action Film, Upcoming Netflix Series info, Marvel News, and more

(01:05:44-01:24:59) - Recently Watched - Unfrosted, Disaster Movie, The Starving Games, Planet of the Apes Reboot, plus more

(01:25:00-01:27:14) - Closing Credits

In this episode of Strictly Reel, Richie and Chris jump into the 73rd Academy Awards and discuss Ridley Scott's Gladiator which won best picture in 2000. During our Best Picture Breakdown, we dive into the amazing acting performances of Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix, the incredible battle scenes, cinematography techniques used, as well as interesting facts about the film. Join us on this episode to hear our thoughts, review, and analysis as we talk about this iconic movie and its sequel coming out later this fall!

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-02:48) - Opening Credits

(02:49-01:14:55) - Gladiator (2000) Best Picture Breakdown

(01:14:56-01:21:05) - Gladiator 2 (Nov, 2024) Thoughts & Predictions

(01:21:06-01:23:43) - Upcoming Episodes & Closing Credits

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie discuss current film news from CinemaCon, along with the release of Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, Quentin Tarantino's 10th Film, and more! Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week including Civil War, Llamageddon, Hundreds of Beavers, and Abigail. Tune-in to hear more of our thoughts and opinions on all of these exciting topics!

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:21) - Opening Credits

(01:22-01:19:03) - Film News - CinemaCon, Rebel Moon – Part Two, Tarantino's 10th Film, and more

(01:19:04-01:40:12) - Recently Watched - Civil War, Llamageddon, Hundreds of Beavers, and Abigail

(01:40:13-01:42:38) - Closing Credits

For this episode of Strictly Reel, Chris and Richie talk about the latest film news including the Joker 2: Folie à Deux Trailer which recently dropped, as well as the leaks circling around the Minecraft Live-Action movie. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last few weeks.

Lastly, we dive deep into the highly controversial 53trd Academy Awards and discuss Robert Redford's feature directorial debut, Ordinary People which won Best Picture in 1980. During our Best Picture Breakdown, we discuss the incredible acting performance, stellar writing and directing, and the competition and debate regarding this film. Join us to hear our thoughts, review, and analysis as we rave about this phenomenal film.

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:11) - Opening Credits

(01:12-24:15) - Film News - Joker 2 Trailer, Minecraft Live-Action, and more

(24:16-36:36) - Recently Watched

(36:37-01:42:36) - Ordinary People (1980) Breakdown

(01:42:37-01:47:44) - Closing Credits - New Episode Format Update

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie dive deep into some of the latest film news including the recently announced The Sims live-action film and along with Euphoria Season 3 updates. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week.

Lastly, we jump into the magical universe from Damien Chazelle's La La Land (2016) and breakdown the best picture winner mix-up during the 89th Academy Awards. While La La Land only won Best Picture for roughly 2 minutes before Moonlight was correctly announced as the winner, we decided to dissect its musical score, technical feats, incredible writing, and if it actually deserved to win best picture that year. Tune-in to hear more of our thoughts and analysis!

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:18) - Opening Credits

(01:19-21:22) - Film News - The Sims Live-Action, Euphoria, and more

(21:23-32:32) - Recently Watched

(32:33-01:39:38) - La La Land (2016) Breakdown

(01:39:39-01:41:18) - Closing Credits

Tune in for this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie dive deep into the latest film news including the numerous Reboots and Sequels on the horizon. We also discuss the new docu-series Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV and our feelings on the matter, as well as expressing our sympathy for the victims. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week.

Lastly, we examine the 96th Academy Award Best Picture winner Oppenheimer (2023) during our Best Picture Breakdown. Throughout this segment we dissect its technical and visual feats, original score, amazing performances, and debate the film's writing. Join us to hear our thoughts, review, and analysis throughout this fun episode!

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:19) - Opening Credits

(01:20-24:57) - Film News - Reboots & Sequels

(24:58-46:48) - Recently Watched - Quiet On Set, Dune Part 2

(46:49-01:46:25) - Oppenheimer (2023) Breakdown

(01:46:26-01:47:31) - Closing Credits

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie discuss the latest film news including James Bond rumors and upcoming bad Horror film reimaginings like the Poohniverse or Untitled Steamboat Willie film. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week.

Lastly, we dive deep into the 60th Academy Award Best Picture winner The Last Emperor (1987) during our Best Picture Breakdown. Throughout this segment we dissect its themes, technical feats, visual prowess, and cultural significance. Tune-in for an engaging discussion that combines cinema analysis with our personal thoughts and review!

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:25) - Opening Credits

(01:26-13:51) - Film News - James Bond Rumors, Bad Horror Reimaginings, & more

(13:52-27:29) - Recently Watched Films

(27:30-01:28:04) - The Last Emperor (1987) Breakdown

(01:28:05-01:29:32) - Closing Credits

Chris and Richie dive into the results of the recent 96th Academy Awards in this episode of Strictly Reel, and give their reactions to surprise winners, insights to some of the nominees, as well as the expected winners throughout the different categories.

Tune-in to hear our thoughts and opinions, along with the films we've recently watched and our coverage of current film news.

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:05) - Opening Credits

(01:06-01:32:24) - Oscar Results & Reaction

(01:32:25-01:37:05) - Recently Watched Films

(01:37:06-01:47:00) - Film News

(01:47:01-01:47:50) - Closing Credits

In this episode of Strictly Reel, Chris and Richie give their thoughts, opinions, and predictions for the upcoming 96th Academy Awards. Tune in to hear us discuss the heavy favorites, our personal picks, snubs, and possible dark horse candidates throughout the different categories.

We also dive back into the topic of the National Film Registry (NFR) and explore films that are available for selection in 2024 which we think could be contenders for preservation this year.

Finally, we jump back in time and discuss the 46th Academy Award Best Picture winner The Sting (1973), as we provide our review and some behind-the-scenes information about this critically acclaimed film that has been praised for it's writing, performances, and historical significance.

Episode Chapters:

(00:00-01:01) - Opening Credits

(01:02-01:04:45) - Oscars Predictions

(01:04:46-01:12:41) - 2024 NFR Selections

(01:12:42-01:55:46) - The Sting (1973) Breakdown

(01:55:47-01:57:30) - Closing Credits