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This weeks' topics include: -Quick spoiler-free reviews of documentaries ALT RIGHT: AGE OF RAGE by Chris, THREE IDENTICAL STRANGERS by Terrence-Conflict between Hollywood agents and writers heats up-OF COURSE James Cameron was criticizing AQUAMAN and that's okay-Aaron Sorkin and the cast of THE NEWSROOM have been casually discussing bringing the show back-Chris Hemsworth set to portray Hulk Hogan for Netflix-More updates on DUNE-John Krasinski officially to direct sequel to A QUIET PLACE-The highest-grossing film in the world in 2019 so far is one you've likely never heard of-Trailers: THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2, THE DIRT ...and much more!

This episode's topics include: -Chris on Netflix's crazy ABDUCTED IN PLAIN SIGHT documentary-Terrence on INCREDIBLES 2-Chris falls for Fake Oscar Outrage-Evolution of the ending to A STAR IS BORN-RED SONJA shelved as Bryan Singer fallout continues-The Internet freaked out over Will Smith's ALADDIN look-Martin Scorsese's Netflix film THE IRISHMAN will feature de-aging technology for its cast, including Robert DeNiro, Joe Pesci, Harvey Keitel, and more-Scarlett Johansson's BLACK WIDOW screenplay getting a full rewrite (and writer)-Ben Affleck on why he left THE BATMAN and the role of Batman in general-Denis Villenueve's DUNE gets a release date and another big casting addition-Trailers: FROZEN 2, MA, YESTERDAY ...and much more!

This week's topics include: -Terrence discusses the classic film ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN-Chris and Terrence discuss the Liam Neeson controversy-David Fincher's WORLD WAR Z sequel shelved by Paramount-Amazon trashes Woody Allen's production deal-Update on Henry Cavill's next appearance as Superman-Tom Hanks and Paul Greengrass to reunite for post-Civil War NEWS OF THE WORLD-James Cameron may return to the ALIEN franchise in an unknown capacity-AQUAMAN spinoff THE TRENCH in early development-RIP Albert Finney-What Chris learned from #FilmTwitter this week-CAPTAIN MARVEL promotional 90s website is PERFECTION! ...and much more!

Chris and Terrence discuss FIRST REFORMED, written and directed by the legendary Paul Schrader, starring Ethan Hawke and Amanda Seyfried.  In this spoiler-filled review, we discuss what did and did not work for us including the acting performances, directing, screenplay and SO much more.  Of course we will spend a good amount of time on that ending!  We also discuss (and list out) the NUMEROUS nods to TAXI DRIVER, both subtle and obvious.

This week's topics: -Terrence on the Netflix Fyre documentary-Ben Affleck officially OUT as Batman-James Gunn may entirely relaunch Suicide Squad?-Tidbits from the new Joker movie continue to signal BAD things-Zack Snyder is back with a project that sounds right in his wheelhouse-Bryan Singer set for huge Bohemian Rhapsody payday - but is it wrong?-David Bowie Biopic is incoming... with one MASSIVE caveat-Jeff Bridges is now dead to me (Chris).  Don't @ me.-Trailer reaction: Hobbs and Shaw ...and much more!

Chris and Terrence discuss the Bryan Singer situation at length.  Should The Academy punish Bohemian Rhapsody as a whole due to Singer's alleged crimes, or should those filmmakers not have to suffer because of one man's (alleged) actions?  Maybe something in between?  We discuss the sensitive issues at length.

-Chris talks about Bo Burnham's EIGHTH GRADE-Terrence on Denis Villenueve's ENEMY-Oscar nominee reaction, first-timers Spike Lee, Paul Schrader-Reaction to first set photos from Quentin Tarantino's ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD-Bryan Singer - SO BAD what is (allegedly) wrong with this guy?-Singer keeps his job (this won't last) but James Gunn fired??-Jeff Bridges teases a new THE BIG LEBOWSKI project... or a crappy Super Bowl commercial-(A little bit of) news on Christopher Nolan's next project-Chris Pine on his WONDER WOMAN future-Reaction to Bill Maher's shots at comic book movies, comic book culture, and fans...and much more!

Chris and Terrence each share their top 5 films of 2018 along with honorable mentions, worst of the year and other 2018 wrap-up thoughts!  

This week's topics include: -DC movie universe misses out on Christopher McQuarrie-...but DC has a smart new strategy to differentiate itself from Marvel-Alfonso Cuaron fought off the Studio heads over the ending to GRAVITY-Steven Spielberg in Puerto Rico to get local feedback on upcoming WEST SIDE STORY-Jason Reitman developing a GHOSTBUSTERS sequel set in the universe of the original film-Steve Carell and Greg Daniels developing SPACE FORCE workplace comedy for Netflix-Pixar losing a key collaborator and director-Trailers: GHOSTBUSTERS (teaser), JOHN WICK 3, HIGH LIFE, SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME ...and much more!  Thanks for listening!

On this episode Chris and Terrence discuss AQUAMAN at length.  Spoilers ahead!  First spoiler - we did not like it.  AQUAMAN stars Jason Mamoa, Amber Heard, Nicole Kidman, and Patrick Wilson.  Directed by James Wan.

Topics this week include: -Golden Globe awards reaction (as much as we can stomach, anyway)-The Avengers may be presenting Oscars at the Academy Awards-HUGE Adam Lambert fan Terrence explains his cameo in Bohemian Rhapsody-Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez drops a Watchmen quote-Star Trek 4 is dead, at least for now-Some additional background on the new Star Trek Jean-Luc Picard series-Coming to America 2 is moving forward-Aaron Sorkin wants to do a sequel to The Social Network-Skydance Animators Grill CEO David Ellison on John Lasseter Hire ...and more! 

Chris and Terrence discuss Netflix's BIRD BOX at length.  This review is filled with spoilers, we discuss what did and did not work for us, comparisons to other similar films, and much more!

This week's topics include: -Chris: Quick spoiler-free reviews of YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE and VENOM.-Terrence: Quick spoiler-free reviews of CRAZY RICH ASIANS and BUMBLEBEE.-BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY is now blowing up in Japan and South Korea, and the Blu-Ray will include full Live Aid recreation performance.-Kevin Hart back in play for the Oscars gig?-AQUAMAN haul has now passed JUSTICE LEAGUE and WONDER WOMAN.-2018 was the best year ever for Warner Bros.-Kevin Smith's next project takes him back to Jay and Silent Bob.-THE BATMAN set to start shooting in 2019. ...and much more general nonsense!

This week's topics include: -AQUAMAN foreign vs. domestic take-Netflix rejected Watson and Holmes-BIRD BOX pulls largest all-time numbers for a Netflix original movie-The old movie from HOME ALONE was not a real movie-Peter Jackson's WWI documentary THEY SHALL NOT GROW OLD has a big opening-We discuss the most fun we had at the movies in 2018-Trailer: Jordan Peele's US ...and more general nonsense.

Chris and Terrence give their in-depth, spoiler-filled review of Alfonso Cuaron's remarkable ROMA.  We discuss the art vs. the entertainment, several technical considerations, Cuaron's incredible vision and techniques, and several other aspects of this early Academy Award favorite.  If you like what you hear, and in case you missed it, look back a few weeks to episode 021 for our Director Spotlight episode on Alfonso Cuaron.  

This week's topics include: -Terrence saw (and gushes over) SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE.-Marvel approached Adam McKay to direct GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY 3.-AQUAMAN keeps killing it overseas.-People still want a JUSTICE LEAGUE Zack Snyder cut.  People are nuts.-Steve Carell says no, you can't have more of something you love - and he's right!-Eliza Dushku breaks her silence on her... payment for silence.-Another big-time director turns to Netflix to get a passion project made.-Trailers!  MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL, HELLBOY. ...and much more!

This week's topics include: -Love for Jason Mamoa after his SNL gig-AQUAMAN building overseas momentum-We discuss the payment CBS made to Eliza Dushku-Interesting stats for movies starring women-Netflix's two-year rule on their Marvel properties-Director turns down chance to helm BLACK WIDOW-THE DARK KNIGHT death-by-pencil shot, explained!-Trailers: BRIGHTBURN and GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS-plus general nonsense and idiocy...

On this episode, Chris and Terrence go down the long list of movies on the slate for 2019.  We discuss selected titles we are excited, and NOT so excited about!

This week's topics include: -AVENGERS: ENDGAME trailer reaction-AQUAMAN has hit theaters in China-Kevin Hart's very good, very bad week-Quick spoiler-free thoughts: THE BALLAD OF BUSTER SCRUGGS and SORRY TO BOTHER YOU-New animated GHOST IN THE SHELL series for Netflix-Robert DeNiro on new Irish mob picture with Martin Scorsese, THE IRISHMAN, Netflix's role in the project, and the long-rumored TAXI DRIVER sequel-Chris rants about Reelz Network's horrific Queen cash-grab documentaries ... and much more!

We discuss visionary director Alfonso Cuarón's career contributions and filmography.