The Hollywood Persona Podcast

The Obsession with Obsession: Dive into Horror’s New DarlingHold onto your popcorn—today we're unpacking the wildly talked-about horror flick Obsession. With a star-studded discussion that explores everything from acting to cinematography, this episode is your crash course on why everyone from horror geeks to critics is losing their minds over it. In this episode:

(00:00) Beginning

(17:50) Spoilers for Obsession start

(48:00) Spoilers end

(48:14) What is upcoming for Curry Barker and behind the scenes on Obsession

(52:38) Occult (2009) Review

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And remember—if you loved this horror chat, share it with someone who screams at the movies and see if they can handle Obsession’s wild ride. Until next time—stay creepy!

Mitch, Ant, and Andrew break down their favorite movies of 2025—and while their lists do overlap, it’s way less than they expected. That leads to some genuinely surprising picks and reactions. Mitch swears one of his favorites was recommended by the others… except they haven’t even seen it. Andrew brings in movies Mitch has never even heard of, and Ant might just have a superhero movie in his top ten?

It’s a mix of surprises, laughs, and solid recommendations for your watchlist. Stick around until the end, where they spill the tea on some of the worst movies they watched this year.

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After a bit of a break, The Hollywood Persona Podcast is back. Mitch, Ant, and Andrew return to the mic to review Project Hail Mary, digging into its big sci-fi ideas, emotional core, and its differences between book and movie. But it wasn’t a unanimous win, as one of the hosts found that the story just didn’t quite land for them.

It’s a fun, thoughtful return episode with praise, pushback, and plenty to debate.

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Bring Her Back Spoilers start at 36:35 to 46:08

In this episode of the Hollywood Persona podcast, hosts Mitch, Andrew, and Ant discuss various topics including their movie-watching habits, the summer movie preview, and the recent horror film 'Bring Her Back.'

The conversation then transitions to a review of 'Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning,' analyzing the franchise's character development, villain critiques, and the future of the series. The hosts conclude with thoughts on upcoming releases and their excitement for future films.

In this episode of the Hollywood Persona podcast, Mitch and returning guest Florence discuss the latest box office trends, Final Destination: Bloodlines and Marvels Thunderbolts* (Both in theatres now)

Florence discusses The Nicole Kidman Sexual Thriller 'Baby Girl' on (streaming on Prime Video), and Mitch talks the movie 'Rust' on VOD now.

Sinners Spoilers @ 16:55

Summary

In this episode, Mitch and Ant discuss various topics ranging from Ant's new adventures in trucking to the box office performance of the film 'Sinners'. They delve into a detailed review of 'Sinners', highlighting its themes, characters, and the impact it has made in the horror genre. The conversation also touches on upcoming movies and personal recommendations, providing listeners with insights into the current film landscape.

Movies we review/Discuss

A Minecraft Movie

Black Bag

Electric State 

The Amateur

Warfare

Locked 

Bob Trevino likes it

Hell of a summer

Death of a unicorn

Woman in the yard

Magazine dreams

The assessment 

The Gorge

The Monkey

Wolf Man

Summary

In this episode, Mitch and Ant catch up on various movies, including the surprising success of the Minecraft movie and the disappointing performance of others like Snow White and Black Bag. Ant shares his career change, which leads to discussions about movie experiences across different states. They delve into box office trends, the impact of Disney remakes, and provide reviews of the Minecraft movie, Black Bag, and Presence, while also critiquing the Electric State for its lack of originality.

In this conversation, Mitch and Ant delve into recent film critiques, focusing on a variety of new releases and their impressions of Alex Garland's latest work. They discuss the merits and failures of various films, share personal reflections on their experiences with cinema, and touch on mental health topics, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in film. The dialogue flows through critiques of specific movies, recommendations for streaming options, and personal anecdotes that highlight the emotional connection to film.

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction and Movie Catch-Up

02:56 Ant's Career Change and Movie Goals

06:08 Box Office Insights and Trends

08:51 Discussion on Snow White and Disney's Challenges

11:55 Review of the Minecraft Movie

14:54 Character Analysis and Performances

17:56 Black Bag

28:41 Diving into 'Presence' and Its Reception

32:51 'The Electric State'

40:45 'Warfare' and Alex Garland's Vision

45:22 A Brief Look at 'The Gorge' and Its Flaws

48:26 Exploring Recent Films and Directors

51:26 Diving into Survival Thrillers

54:27 The Art of Contained Thrillers

58:29 Personal Stories and Mental Health Awareness

In this bonus episode, Mitch provides a comprehensive recap of the films of 2024, highlighting box office successes, notable performances, and various categories such as best actors, directors, and animated films. The discussion includes rankings of male and female actors, supporting roles, breakout performances, and memorable cameos.

Mitch also reflects on the most disappointing films of the year and those that deserved more recognition, culminating in a heartfelt conclusion about the emotional impact of cinema

00:00 Intro

01:30 Box Office Breakthroughs and Major Releases

06:18 Best Actor and Actress Rankings

15:28 Supporting Roles and Ensemble Performances

23:51 Comedy and Cameo Highlights

27:38 Cameos and Memorable Performances

29:51 Voice Acting Highlights

32:05 Best Writing and Screenplay

32:52 Original Songs and Soundtracks

34:37 Most Disappointing Films

36:22 Movies Underrated by Critics

38:02 Hidden Gems of 2024

39:37 LGBTQ+ Representation in Film

40:52 Cinematography and Visuals

43:03 Best Stunt Work

44:01 Top Horror Films of 2024

44:58 Best Animated Movies

45:57 Best Animal Performances

48:02 Best New Characters

49:23 Returning Characters and Comebacks

51:05 Best Villains of 2024

52:21 Tearjerker Awards

54:30 Wrap-Up and Future Discussions

Join us for the Top 10 of 2024 with special guest Andrew Poeman.

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