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  • #164 Acolyte Ep Breakdown | Despicable Me 4 Review | Batman Cancelled | Real Life Grey's Anatomy

    In this week's episode of, we'll delve into the cancellation of the planned Arkham Asylum TV series set in Matt Reeves' *The Batman* universe, and explore the potential future of Gotham Asylum under the new DC leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran. We'll review *The Acolyte* episode 5, where the mysterious Sith Lord, Qimir, is unveiled, and discuss the controversy surrounding the show's reception. Additionally, we'll break down Disney's financial struggles with the Star Wars franchise, inspired neurosurgeon Stephen Bergin's journey from *Grey's Anatomy* fan to medical consultant, and provide reviews for *Despicable Me 4* and *Bad Boys Ride or Die*. Join us for an insightful discussion on these major developments in the world of entertainment.

    1 hr 37 min
  • #163 Acolyte Ep 5 Breakdown | Quiet Place Day One Review | New Superman Details | 23 Jump Street

    The Acolyte Episode 5 gives us some explosive confrontations and intense lightsaber battles. Also we have some non-spoiler thoughts of "A Quiet Place: Day One," highlighting its suspenseful elements. Excitement builds with the start of principal photography for the new Superman movie, showcasing Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and the new Superman suit​ for David Corenswet​. Plus, enjoy our fun AMC Popcorn taste test and get the latest scoop on "23 Jump Street" rumors. Tune in for all the buzz, insights, and more! #TheAcolyte #QuietPlaceDayOne #Superman #LoisLane #AMCPopcorn #23JumpStreet #Podcast

    2 hr 5 min
  • #162 Acolyte Discourse | Inside Out 2 Review | M3GAN Spinoff | Spiderman Rumors | Netflix Popcorn

    Amandla Stenberg's impactful Juneteenth music video sparks fervent discussions; we provide in-depth reactions to the newly released trailer for the highly anticipated Penguin series starring Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot; the upcoming spinoff of the horror sensation M3GAN, titled SOULM8TE and featuring Allison Williams, generates excitement; Jacob Batalon's return to the MCU as Ned Leeds raises questions about future storylines, including the next Spider-Man installment with Tom Holland; and Netflix expands beyond streaming with its own popcorn line, promising to enhance home movie nights.

    2 hr 15 min
  • #161 Acolyte Ep3 Review | Bad Boy: Ride or Die Review | Blade Director Exits | 🎬

    Marvel's "Blade" as director Yann Demange exits, adding to the project's ongoing struggles. We'll also discuss Sony Pictures' surprising acquisition of Alamo Drafthouse, exploring what this means for the future of movie-going experiences. Lastly, we'll break down director Steven Caple Jr.'s revelations about the production and ending of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts*, including the test screenings' impact and the exciting G.I. Joe crossover. Additionally, we'll review the latest installment in the "Bad Boys" franchise, *Bad Boys Ride or Die*, and dive into *Star Wars: Acolyte episode 3. Join us as we navigate these significant developments in the world of entertainment.

    1 hr 54 min
  • #160 The Acolyte Review | Bad Boys Dominate | Venom 3 & Alien: Romulus Reactions | The Watchers
    We're talking "The Acolyte" (so far) Disney's new hit show breaking records with 4.8 million viewers in its first 24 hours​​. Next, we dive into "Bad Boys: Ride or Die," which dominates the box office with a massive $53 million debut​​. We also share our reactions to the latest teasers for "Venom 3" and "Alien: Romulus," the latter bringing the franchise back to its horror roots under the direction of Fede Álvarez​​. Finally, we review "The Watchers," discussing its performance and reception.
    2 hr 4 min
  • #159 Anakin Blows Up Death Star | Kennedy Attacks Fans | Moana 2 Teaser | Deadpool 🍿 Bucket

    Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy addresses online harassment faced by women in the 'Star Wars' franchise, particularly around the diverse cast of the upcoming series 'The Acolyte.' Furiosa and Garfield have record low numbers on Memorial day weekend. Why are movie's flopping at the theater? Plus, Fable Studio's new AI-driven streaming platform, Showrunner, which lets users create their own shows, sparking concerns about the future of traditional media jobs. Plus, we share our thoughts on the new 'Moana 2' teaser trailer.

    1 hr 52 min
  • #157 Gollum Trilogy | Spiderman Noir | Tomb Raider Returns | Doctor Who Drama

    Warner Bros.' new "Lord of the Rings" Gollum trilogy sees Peter Jackson return in "The Hunt for Gollum," Nicolas Cage's return as Spider-Man Noir in an MGM+ and Amazon series, and the upcoming sports streaming service Venu Sports from Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery. We'll also discuss the challenges star-led films face in the U.S., the expansion of the "Friday the 13th" franchise, Phoebe Waller-Bridge's new "Tomb Raider" series for Amazon, and the mixed ratings for "Doctor Who" Season 14.

    1 hr 54 min

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Watch Closely is a relentlessly fun dive into the world of movies, television, and what's streaming! Join hosts Jason and the ‘Great and Talented’ Ernie through the far-reaching galaxy of…