This one has been on our radar since 2025's 28 Years Later, and we've been a bit psyched to see Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell chew up this entry in the 28 franchise.

Alex Garland is writing this one again, so let's get right into it:

109 Minutes, Rated R

Written by Alex Garland

Directed by Nia DiCosta

Synopsis:

As Spike is inducted into Jimmy Crystal's gang on the mainland, Dr. Kelson makes a discovery that could alter the world.

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The guys start off 2026 with two films in theaters TODAY, January 9:

and

These are two very different movies, and we generally enjoyed one of them more than the other.

Continue on to find out which is what, and why.

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98 Minutes, Rated PG-13

Written by Mitchell LaFortune, Chris Sparling

Directed by Ric roman Waugh

Synopsis:

The surviving Garrity family must leave the safety of the Greenland bunker and embark on a perilous journey across the decimated frozen wasteland of Europe to find a new home.

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121 Minutes, Rated R

Written by Bradley Cooper, Will Arnett, Mark Chappell

Directed by Bradley Cooper

Synopsis:

As their marriage unravels, Alex faces middle age and divorce, seeking new purpose in the New York comedy scene. Meanwhile, his wife Tess confronts sacrifices made for their family, forcing them to navigate co-parenting and identities.

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Well, it's the end of the year, so we thought we'd talk about the upcoming Awards Season as members of the UTAH FILM CRITICS ASSOCIATION.

We discuss a few of the bigger categories and whether we'd make some changes to the nominees.

Oh, and now we have to talk about

Enjoy.

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Our (likely) last two film reviews of 2025 both feature the amazing and talented Amanda Seyfried.

and

These are two very dissimilar films, as you’ll find out, so let’s get started.

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We here at the Visually Stunning Movie Podcast love Jessie Buckley, so how much are we going to love her in this fantastically historical piece of fiction?

125 Minutes, Rated PG-13

Written by Chloe Zhao, Maggie O’Farrell

Directed by Chloe Zhao

Synopsis:

A powerful story of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece, "Hamlet".

Probably a lot, but what about the rest of the movie?

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It's time. The biggest Awards-bait of the season with one of Hollywood's favorite actors, George Clooney.

132 Minutes, Rated R

Written by Noah Baumbach, Emily Mortimer

Directed by Noah Baumbach

Synopsis:

Famous movie actor Jay Kelly embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting his past and present with his devoted manager Ron. Poignant and humor-filled, pitched at the intersection of regrets and glories.

Mark and Ryan are definitely split on this one.

Check it out.

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It’s time for the third entry in the Knives Out universe. Creator Rian Johnson hasn’t disappointed us with Kentucky Fried Detective Benoit Blanc yet, and we see no reason why he should start now.

140 Minutes, Rated PG-13

Written by Rian Johnson

Directed by Rian Johnson

Synopsis:

Benoit Blanc returns for his most dangerous case yet.

Watch to learn what the guys think of this one...

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Well, it’s finally here: the sequel/follow-up/completion of last year’s theater-crowd favorite:

137 Minutes, Rated PG

Written by Stephen Schwartz, Winnie Holzman, Gregory Maguire

Directed by Jon M. Chu

Synopsis:

Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. The second of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical.

How do Mark and Ryan feel about this second bite at the apple?

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It’s no lie that Brendan Fraser is undergoing a career renaissance, and rightly so, as his Oscar-wining performance in The Whale demonstrated, and who may have surpassed that performance here.

103 Minutes, Rated PG-13

Written by Hikari, Stephen Blahut

Directed by Hikari

Synopsis:

An American actor in Tokyo struggling to find purpose lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese "rental family" agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. He rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the beauty of human connection.

Have a listen as the guys discuss this one.

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That's right, it's time for the annual tradition of "actor completely changes themselves physically for a role."

This time, it's Sydney Sweeney breaking a sweat and lacing up the gloves for

135 Minutes, Rated R

Written by David Michôd, Mirrah Foulkes, Katherine Fugate

Directed by David Michôd

Synopsis:

Christy Martin never imagined life beyond her small-town roots in West Virginia—until she discovered a knack for punching people. Fueled by grit, raw determination, and an unshakable desire to win, she charges into the world of boxing under the guidance of her trainer and manager-turned-husband, Jim.

But while Christy flaunts a fiery persona in the ring, her toughest battles unfold outside it—confronting family, identity, and a relationship that just might become life-or-death. Based on remarkable true events, Christy Martin’s story is one of resilience, courage, and the fight to reclaim one’s life.

So... do her punches land a knockout blow or will it be a TKO for this biopic?

Listen to find out.

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