Movie Shorts- Film Reviews

The End of Oak Street is chaotic, ridiculous, suspenseful and completely unbelievable… but somehow, it works. In this spoiler-free review, I look at why the film’s strong family performances help sell some increasingly questionable decisions, how the dinosaurs deliver genuine excitement and suspense, and why its Spielberg/Amblin throwback feel reminded me of the era of E.T. and The Goonies — with Stranger Things perhaps helping a new generation embrace that style all over again. There are ple...

Spider-Man is back, but does Brand New Day deliver one of Marvel's best adventures? In this spoiler-free review, I discuss Tom Holland's performance, the emotional themes, Jon Bernthal's Frank Castle, the film's strengths and weaknesses, and why Spider-Man remains one of the world's most relatable superheroes. If you enjoy the episode, please follow Movie Shorts and leave a rating—it really helps more people discover the podcast. You can also see the review on YouTube @andymcmovieshorts

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is far more than an epic filled with gods, monsters and breathtaking spectacle. In this spoiler-free review, I explore Nolan’s ambitious adaptation of Homer’s classic, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus. We discuss the performances, stunning IMAX cinematography, immersive sound design, Ludwig Göransson’s score and why this ancient story still feels remarkably relevant today. Is The Odyssey simply another blockbuster, or is it one of Christopher Nolan’s most though...

Hi, I’m Andy Mc and welcome to Movie Shorts — the podcast that gives you honest, spoiler-free reviews of the latest releases in under ten minutes. Today we’re looking at California Schemin’, a gripping and surprisingly tense film based on a true story, following two Scottish men who attempt to break into the American hip-hop scene by pretending to be Californian rappers. What starts as ambition quickly spirals into something far more complex, as the film explores identity, authenticity, a...

Hi, I’m Andy and welcome to Movie Shorts — the podcast that gives you honest, spoiler-free reviews of the latest releases in under ten minutes. Today I’m taking a look at Super Mario Galaxy. It’s a film that clearly understands its audience, packed with familiar music, visuals, and gameplay references that tap into that shared nostalgia. But in trying to deliver everything fans might want, it sometimes feels like it throws too much at you, losing a sense of focus along the way. There’s pl...