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GET OUT OF MY HOUSE! The XRV team has seen Gladiator II, and they were in fact entertained. Join us today as Jason and Rosie recap the film. They invite producer Joelle Monique to review the movie together and discuss how it could have been even better. Then to wrap it all up, the panel of hosts asks when was the last truly great Ridley Scott film released? They take us through a ranking of all of his films of the 21st century.

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Are you not entertained!? Well, whether you are or aren’t entertained, Rosie and Jason are here to recommend their favorite underrated movies and shows of the “Swords & Sandals” genre to watch after Gladiator and in preparation for Gladiator II.

 

The recommendations:

Spartacus

The 13th Warrior

Rome (HBO series)

A Knight's Tale

Kingdom Of Heaven (Directors cut)

Immortals

 

Honorable mentions in this episode:

Quo Vadis

Ulysses

Ben-Hur

Troy

300

Clash of the Titans

The Eagle

Fall of The Roman Empire

 

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Jason and Rosie are joined by Abu to break down the first episode of HBO’s Dune: Prophecy. They discuss the question of timeline, the complex politics at play, and the clunky exposition of this episode. Then, Abu reveals the deep-cut lore references and easter eggs you might’ve missed.

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What a difference an Act makes! Jason and Rosie react to episodes 4, 5, and 6 of Arcane Season 2, and it feels like every critique we had for the previous three episodes have been directly addressed this time around. We get a better view of the everyday citizens of Zaun, explore the growing relationship between Vi and Jinx, and get a newly introduced VERY important character! Plus, Aaron steps in to share his favorite updated hairstyles.

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In preparation for the upcoming Gladiator 2, Jason and Rosie enter the Coliseum to revisit Gladiator. They discuss what makes Commodus such a great villain, the creative and brutal violence, and why this film stands among the best films of 2000. Then in the Omnibus, Jason cracks open the history books to share some Rome Facts. 

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With the Penguin’s top hat still casting a shadow and the debut of Creature Commandos just weeks away, Jason and Rosie break down the future of James Gunn’s DC Universe. How does Matt Reeves’ Batman universe fit into everything? What kind of stories do we expect from HBO’s Lanterns? What are we looking forward to from David Corenswet’s Superman?

Plus, in Previously On, a deep dive into the three new trailers for that OTHER cinematic universe, with What If, Captain America, and Thunderbolts*!

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Start up your chainsaws, spin the slot machine on your newly made arm, and dive deep into Zaun with us! Jason and Rosie harness the Arcane to recap the first three episodes of Arcane Season 2. They’re joined by Aaron to discuss the show’s confusing pacing, the introduction of new characters, and the production woes behind the scenes of this second season.

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It’s time for Oz’s last dance! Jason and Rosie are here to break down the season finale of The Penguin. Then Joelle and Carmen chat with Rhenzy Feliz about the finale and where this leaves Victor.

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For no particular reason, Rosie and Jason have been craving their favorite cozy content this week. In this episode, they’re joined by Aaron and Abu to share their recommendations of the coziest movies, TV shows, books, and video games they love. You know, just in case you also need something comforting for no particular reason this week.

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Abu and Aaron are joined by Rosie to complete their rewatch and recap of Arcane Season 1, just in time for Season 2! Jason and Rosie will be covering the new season on the main show next week, so stay tuned.

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