Disney’s latest live-action Snow White remake has been review-bombed worse than the Evil Queen’s temper—so is the hate deserved? In this episode, we give you our spoiler-free take: does it hold up at all against the beloved original, or is it just another step down the slippery slope of live-action remakes?

Then, for those brave enough, we dive full spoilers: plot twists, character choices, and all the juicy bits that will make you question whether this film finally course-corrects Disney’s remake strategy—or keeps following the same unwanted path.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:24:19 - Spoiler-Free Thoughts

00:51:25 - Full Spoiler Review

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🎬 It’s Part 2 of the A-Z of Films: B Edition!

Last week, Blade Runner powered through the first half of the draw, earning its place in the ultimate final. With Alien already crowned the definitive A film, Ridley Scott is looking pretty pleased with himself right now… but the job’s not done yet.

This week, we dive into the other 16 best films beginning with B, with every chaotic match-up once again decided by the Wheel of Names. By the end, we’ll have our second finalist ready to face Blade Runner for the crown of The Third Reel’s definitive B film.

A quick refresher: We started with 32 of the best and most diverse films beginning with the letter A, battling it out in a tournament-style showdown. Round by round—from the Round of 32 to the Sweet 16, then the Quarterfinals, Semis, and the Final—we’re narrowing it down to just one champion.

Are there any films you think we missed in our list of B films? Any ones you want to see included in future letters? We want to know!

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:04:30 - Round of 16

01:11:20 - Quarters

01:18:30 - Semis

01:23:25 - Final

01:24:37 - Ultimate Final

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🎬 The A-Z of Films is back, and it’s time for the letter B!

Here’s how it works: we’ve shortlisted 32 of the best films starting with B (that we’ve seen), and a trusty Wheel of Names decides the match-ups. Some pairings might make no sense—but that’s exactly what makes it fun and chaotic!

This is Part 1 of 2, with Part 2 dropping next week. In a traditional knockout competition, this week’s winner will face next week’s winner to see which film claims the crown as The Third Reel’s definitive B film.

For reference, Ridley Scott’s Alien took the A competition—so who will triumph this time? Will Back to the Future speed to victory? Can Batman dominate the field? Or will Scott strike again with Blade Runner? Tune in to find out!

Are there any films you think we missed in our list of A films? Any ones you want to see included in future letters? We want to know!

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:11:29 - Round of 16

01:18:32 - Quarters

01:27:12 - Semis

01:34:46 - Final

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“Look Up”… no really, look up — because the Man of Steel is back! 🦸‍♂️

Our latest Kwik Episode takes to the skies with Superman (2025), James Gunn’s first step into the brand-new DCU.

From Christopher Reeve’s charm to Henry Cavill’s grit (and maybe one we’d rather forget 👀), Superman has had more reboots than the Batmobile has upgrades — so how does this new take measure up?

Join us as we give our spoiler-free thoughts, then soar straight into full spoiler territory faster than a speeding bullet.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:15:58 - Spoiler-Free Thoughts

00:40:40 - Full Spoiler Review

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Welcome to the debut of our brand new format: Make Me a Fan Of… — the episode where cinematic beef gets put to the test.

In this series, one host takes the hot seat to face their (sometimes irrational) dislike of a particular actor or director, while the other two come armed with three carefully selected films to try and change their mind. Not the best films—just the right ones.

This time, it’s Rachael vs Florence Pugh.

She’s voiced her distaste for Pugh more than once on this podcast—but can Daniel and Dale turn her into a convert?

Expect passionate arguments, pointed roasts, and a whole lot of love (and maybe hate) for one of the most divisive young stars in Hollywood.

What actor/director do you have a dislike of that you want to see covered? We want to know!

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:12:50 - The Debate

00:31:35 - The Films

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The rage returns! In this week’s Reel Kwik episode, we dive straight into 28 Years Later — the surprise sequel to the iconic zombie saga. Does it live up to 28 Days and Weeks Later? Is the trilogy now complete or has the infection run its course? We’re breaking down the story, performances, scares, and yes… the running zombies. All that in under an hour.

Reel Kwik – bite-sized reviews, full-sized opinions.

As always, Part 1 of our review is completely spoiler-free — perfect if you haven’t seen the film yet. Part 2 goes full spoiler mode, so if you’re still waiting to watch, that’s your cue to pause, go sink your teeth into the movie, and come back when you’re ready.

Agree with our score? What films do you want to see covered in our Reel Kwik series? We want to know!

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:09:56 - Spoiler-free thoughts

00:45:52 - Full Spoiler Review

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The wait is over — Part 2 of our Scarlett Johansson: Hall of Fame/Lame special is here, and it’s time to bring it home.

In this episode, we dive into the second half of ScarJo’s career — from Black Widow to Marriage Story, Her, Lucy and beyond — as we wrestle with the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

After nearly 40 films and weeks of watching, debating, and occasionally yelling, we finally lock in our definitive 5 Hall of Fame and 5 Hall of Lame picks.

Did your favourite make the cut? Or are we about to break your cinephile heart?

🎬 It’s the conclusion of one of Hollywood’s most fascinating careers — and one of our most stacked episodes yet.

Got a suggestion for our next Hall of Fame/Lame subject? Slide into our DMs — we’re always up for a good film fight.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - ScarJo Hall of Fame/Lame Pt 2

01:12:36 - Hall of Fame/Lame Debate

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You’ve waited with bated breath… and the wait is finally over. The Hall of Fame/Lame returns — and this time, we’re taking on none other than Scarlett Johansson.

With her latest blockbuster Jurassic World: Rebirth roaring into cinemas, we’re celebrating ScarJo’s legendary (and sometimes questionable) career by sorting her filmography into two distinct categories: five films that earn a coveted place in her Hall of Fame, and five that tumble into the Hall of Lame.

From her early breakout in Manny & Lo in 1996 to nearly 40 films later, Scarlett’s career spans decades — and trust us, this episode took some serious research, viewing, and emotional stamina to pull off. It’s a beast of an episode, so we’re splitting it in two!

In Part 1, we cover the first half of her career — from indie gems to early stardom. Tune in next week for Part 2, where we dive into her Marvel years and beyond, and reveal our final Hall of Fame/Lame picks.

Got a suggestion for our next Hall of Fame/Lame subject? We want to know!

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:26:17 - ScarJo Hall of Fame/Lame Pt 1

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In this Reel Kwik episode, we’re diving into A Real Pain — Jesse Eisenberg’s directorial debut that stirred up serious Oscar buzz and even scored Kieran Culkin a well-deserved win.

This bittersweet dramedy follows two estranged cousins on a Holocaust pilgrimage that’s as funny as it is devastating, as they uncover buried trauma and confront their tangled family history.

Did Eisenberg deliver on the hype? Is this the beginning of a brilliant directing career? And was Culkin really that good?

Tune in for our thoughts, laughs, and maybe a tear or two.

As always, Part 1 of our review is completely spoiler-free — perfect if you haven’t seen the film yet. Part 2 goes full spoiler mode, so if you’re still waiting to watch, that’s your cue to pause, go sink your teeth into the movie, and come back when you’re ready.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:04:02 - Spoiler-free thoughts

00:26:49 - Full Spoiler Review

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It's been a while since one of these...

We’re heading back 15 years to celebrate the cinematic gems of 2010! From dream heists and dystopian dramas to animated tearjerkers, we each reveal our personal Top 10 films of the year — and no two lists are the same. Expect passionate picks, controversial omissions, and a whole lot of film geekery.

Join us as we rewind to a stacked year in cinema and ask: did Inception blow our minds? Did The Social Network define a generation? And where does Scott Pilgrim fit into all this?

Here’s how it works: we each take turns counting down from #10 to #1 from UK release only. If two (or more) of us have the same film on our lists, we’ll hold off discussing it until it appears at its highest placement. That way, we can give it the spotlight it deserves. Once the lists are complete, we will rattle off our honourable mentions.

Let us know your 2010 rankings!

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All music used in this podcast is for commentary and review purposes under fair use. We give full credit to the original composers and right holders, and acknowledge that we do not own any of the music featured.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00:00 - Preamble

00:18:14 - Daniel's #10

00:22:30 - Rachael's #10

00:25:55 - Dale's #10

00:26:47 - Daniel's #9

00:31:11 - Rachael's #9

00:37:30 - Dale's #9

00:37:58 - Daniel's #8

00:43:32 - Rachael's #8

00:47:22 - Dale's #8

00:51:32 - Daniel's #7

00:55:10 - Rachael's #7

00:55:18 - Dale's #7

00:58:45 - Daniel and Dale's #6

00:59:21 - Rachael's #6

01:03:29 - Daniel and Dale's #5

01:08:44 - Rachael's #5

01:09:00 - Daniel and Dale's #4

01:16:14 - Rachael's #4

01:20:55 - Daniel and Dale's #3

01:21:50 - Rachael's #3

01:28:28 - Daniel and Dale's #2

01:34:42 - Rachael's #2

01:43:00 - Daniel, Rachael and Dale's #1

01:55:17 - Honourable Mentions

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