The Chatter After

By Brandon Alvarado and Mike Thomas

The Chatter After is where we chat, argue, and wax poetic about the things we love about all things in film. From the brilliance of The Godfather to the endearing fantasy of Avatar: The Last Airbender... more

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August 25, 2025 The Ultimate Action Movie Sequel Draft!
We’re drafting the greatest action movie sequels of all time. From Terminator 2 to The Dark Knight to old-school classics, we’re building the ultimate action movie binge lineup. Who drafted the best team of sequels? You decide!👉 Drop your picks in the comments and let us know who won the draft.
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1h 25min
July 16, 2025 Take 42 - Did James Gunn Just Save the DCU? SUPERMAN Is the New Punk Rock
James Gunn’s Superman has finally hit theaters, and we’ve got a LOT to say. In this full spoiler review, we break down David Corenswet’s debut as the Man of Steel, the biggest surprises, the DCU connections, and that wild ending. Did Gunn nail the tone? Is the reboot off to a strong start? Let’s talk performances, cameos, and what this all means for the future of DC.
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1h 24min
July 08, 2025The Evolution of Superman On Screen: What Defines the Perfect Superman?
From Christopher Reeve’s iconic charm to David Corenswet’s promising debut, Superman has evolved—sometimes soaring, sometimes stumbling. In this deep-dive video essay, we break down how every modern live-action Superman has captured (or missed) the core of Clark Kent’s legacy.
💥 What we cover:
Why Christopher Reeve’s Superman still defines the role
How Brandon Routh’s return struggled with nostalgia and misfires
What Henry Cavill’s Superman got visually right—but emotionally wrong
Why David Corenswet’s new Superman might finally strike the perfect balance
The impact of supporting characters, comic book faithfulness, and thematic weight
How James Gunn’s Superman (2025) echoes Superman vs. The Elite and explores Superman's role in today’s political and moral discourse
Whether you're Team Reeve, rooting for Routh, or cautiously optimistic about Corenswet, this is the Superman conversation you’ve been waiting for.
📅 James Gunn's Superman hits theaters on July 11, 2025—but the legacy is already being rewritten.
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1h 29min
June 05, 2025 Take 41 - Is FINAL RECKONING The Worst MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE????
“Your mission, should you choose to accept it…” Involves listening to this deep dive. In this episode, we’re going all in on Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning—breaking down the film’s high-stakes action, its surprisingly timely AI-driven plot, and where it sits in the pantheon of the franchise. We discuss the evolution of Ethan Hunt, the choreography of chaos that is Tom Cruise’s stunt work, the shifting team dynamics, and how the film grapples with legacy, loyalty, and what it means to have control in a world increasingly run by algorithms. Plus: What worked, what didn’t, and why this might be Mission: Impossible's most meta entry yet.
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1h 19min
May 31, 2025The Last Of Us Season 2, Episode 7 - "Convergence" Spoiler Discussion - BEYOND THE CLICKERS
We break down The Last of Us Season 2 finale on this week's episode of Beyond The Clickers. Day Three in Jackson sees Ellie and Abby come face-to-face in a controversial finale.
🔥 Episode Title: Convergence
📺 Streaming on: HBO / Max
🎮 Based on: The Last of Us Part II by Naughty Dog
💬 In this video, we cover:
Full episode recap & analysis
Easter eggs and game references
Our thoughts on that controversial scene
What does this mean for the rest of Season 2
Predictions for Episode 2 and beyond
Whether you're a die-hard fan of the game or just love the HBO series, this review is for you!
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1h 1min
May 19, 2025 MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE Movies Ranked! | Ultimate Tier List from Worst to Best
Ready for an action-packed ranking of every Mission: Impossible movie? In this ultimate tier list, we break down all the Mission: Impossible films—from the 1996 original to Dead Reckoning—and rank them from worst to best! Whether you're a die-hard Tom Cruise fan, love Ethan Hunt's impossible stunts, or just looking for the best Mission: Impossible movie to watch, this is your guide. Packed with spy thrills, insane action, and high-stakes drama, this tier list covers everything. Subscribe for more movie rankings, action movie analysis, and blockbuster breakdowns!

Timestamps
Intro: 00:00:00
M:I 1996 00:05:19
M:I 2 00:21:52
M:I 3 00:37:12
Ghost Protocol 00:48:00
Rogue Nation 01:00:15
Fallout 01:11:01
Dead Reckoning 01:22:38
The Final Rankoning 01:39:54

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1h 44min
May 14, 2025THE LAST OF US Season 2, Episode 5 - "Feel Her Love" Spoiler Discussion
We break down The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 5 on this week's episode of Beyond The Clickers. Ellie and Dina press forward as they head towards the hospital to find Joel's killers. They run into Scars, stalkers, Jesse, spores, and Nora in a massive event that sees Ellie do the unthinkable.
🔥 Episode Title: FEEL HER LOVE
📺 Streaming on: HBO / Max
🎮 Based on: The Last of Us Part II by Naughty Dog
💬 In this video, we cover:
Full episode recap & analysis
Easter eggs and game references
Our thoughts on THAT Ellie scene
What does this mean for the rest of Season 2
Predictions for Episode 6 and beyond
Whether you're a die-hard fan of the game or just love the HBO series, this review is for you!
Hit that Subscribe button for weekly recaps, breakdowns, and all things The Last of Us.
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1h 8min
May 09, 2025 THE LAST OF US Season 2, Episode 4 - "Day One" Spoiler Discussion
We break down The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 4 on this week's episode of Beyond The Clickers. In Seattle, Ellie and Dina find themselves amid a brutal battle between the zealous Seraphites and a ruthless militia.

🔥 Episode Title: DAY ONE

📺 Streaming on: HBO / Max

🎮 Based on: The Last of Us Part II by Naughty Dog

💬 In this video, we cover:Full episode recap & analysis

Easter eggs and game references

Our thoughts on that controversial scene

What does this mean for the rest of Season 2?
Predictions for Episode 4 and beyond
Whether you're a die-hard fan of the game or just love the HBO series, this review is for you!

Hit that Subscribe button for weekly recaps, breakdowns, and all things The Last of Us.

🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more reviews, reactions, and theories every week!

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1h 16min
April 29, 2025THE LAST OF US Season 2, Episode 3 - "The Path" Spoiler Discussion
The Last of Us is back! In this spoiler-filled review of The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 3, we dive deep into the devastating episode that picks up after that dramatic and shocking third episode.
🔥 Episode Title: THE PATH
📺 Streaming on: HBO / Max
🎮 Based on: The Last of Us Part II by Naughty Dog
💬 In this video, we cover:
Full episode recap & analysis
Easter eggs and game references
Our thoughts on that controversial scene
What does this mean for the rest of Season 2
Predictions for Episode 2 and beyond
Whether you're a die-hard fan of the game or just love the HBO series, this review is for you!
Hit that Subscribe button for weekly recaps, breakdowns, and all things The Last of Us.
🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more reviews, reactions, and theories every week!
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1h 4min
April 22, 2025THE LAST OF US Season 2, Episode 2 - "Through The Valley" Spoiler Discussion
The Last of Us is back! In this spoiler-filled review of The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 2, we dive deep into the devastating episode that picks up after the intense Season 2 premiere. From Kaitlyn Dever's performance to THAT scene with Joel, we break it all down.

Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:30 Overview
00:09:50 Divergence & Exspansion
00:54:56 What Stayed The Same

🔥 Episode Title: THROUGH THE VALLEY
📺 Streaming on: HBO / Max
🎮 Based on: The Last of Us Part II by Naughty Dog
💬 In this video, we cover:
Full episode recap & analysis
Easter eggs and game references
Our thoughts on that controversial scene
What does this mean for the rest of Season 2
Predictions for Episode 2 and beyond

Whether you're a die-hard fan of the game or just love the HBO series, this review is for you!
Hit that Subscribe button for weekly recaps, breakdowns, and all things The Last of Us.

🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more reviews, reactions, and theories every week!

Follow Anna everywhere: https://linktr.ee/itsaimmedia

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1h 16min

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How many episodes does The Chatter After have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.