In this episode, I give my review of Nickel Boys and discuss my thoughts on what works about the cinematography and what doesn't to determine whether this film is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Superman and Fantastic Four: First Steps, pitting the two superhero blockbusters of the summer against each other to determine whether these movies are worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of I'm Still Here and discuss the chance to learn more about a part of history I wasn't familiar with, how Fernanda Torres stands out with her performance, and determine if this is a movie worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Thunderbolts* and share my thoughts on who had the standout performance, my general thoughts over the story, and discuss the impact the movie will have on the MCU to determine if this film is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Conclave and discuss how the movie connects to today, the way the film depicts the papal conclave, and share my thoughts as to why Conclave fell short of winning Best Picture to determine whether this film is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Anora and discuss my history with predicting Best Picture winners, how this film stands out by grabbing the audience's emotions, and discuss my thoughts on how Anora's greatest strength impacted its ending to determine whether this film is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Captain America: Brave New World and discuss expectations on the Marvel Cinematic Universe moving forward, how some performances stand out within the film, and discuss how the movie's greatest flaw had nothing to do with what was in the movie to determine whether this film is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of A Complete Unknown and discuss my thoughts on Bob Dylan's music, how some members of the cast stands out with acting, and my personal thoughts on what is missing to determine whether this film is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and discuss the impact the franchise has had on video game movies as a whole, my thoughts on new and returning actors, and share why I'm not too concerned with potential story problems to determine whether this movie is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I review Joker: Folie à Deux, and discuss whether Joker needed a sequel or not, how the music failed to deliver, and my possible inability to pronounce the title to determine whether the movie is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I review the Unbreakable trilogy, consisting of Unbreakable, Split, and Glass, and discuss the pros and cons of each movie to determine if the trilogy is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I review Deadpool and Wolverine and discuss my feelings on Hugh Jackman's return as the iconic Wolverine, how the action and humor hold up, and the meaning behind several surprise cameos to determine if this film is worth watching or not.
Gettin' Real with the Reels returns after a long hiatus! In this episode, I review Anatomy of a Fall and discuss my love for legal drama, how the verdict at the end of the film doesn't matter, and whether you should see this movie.
In this episode, I give my review of Poor Things. I discuss how the awards and nominations this film has earned and determine whether it's worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Top Gun: Maverick. I discuss how this film builds up from the original, my feelings on redemption sacrifices, and how long this film was in theaters to determine whether it's worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Wonka. I discuss the unique worldbuilding of Wonka, how this movie brought out my emotions unlike any other film, and determine whether it's worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Napoleon. I discuss my background with learning about the French Revolution, how there should be some responsibility when it comes to making moves based on history, and determine whether this movie is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. I discuss my background with the Hunger Games as a franchise, how the movie contrasts with the trilogy, and my own feelings on references to determine whether this movie is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of The Marvels. I discuss the ongoing superhero fatigue among audiences, the effect Disney+ series have on watching movies in the MCU, and how the film might be meant to set up future films and determine whether this movie is worth watching or not.
In this episode, I give my review of Killers of the Flower Moon. I discuss Martin Scorsese's comments on cinema, give predictions for Best Actor/Actress/Supporting Actor, and explain how changing the point of view may lead to a more emotional impact on audiences.