Press Play Action

Press Play Action is a movie review podcast produced by Jersey Nerds Productions and hosted by Jersey Nerd Mitchell Lea! Mitchell and his cohort of die hard movie nerds take a look at cinema in all forms, from cult classics, guilty pleasure films, whats currently on in theatres and everything in between. If you are a movie fan than this is where you need to be!

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) & Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) Reviews!

The Jersey Nerds continue their Hogwarts journey beyond the Chris Columbus movies!Tune in to hear what the Jersey Nerds thought regarding Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban & Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastBlueSky@pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

03-24
01:14:45

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) & Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) Reviews!

The Jersey Nerds start their Hogwarts journey!Tune in to hear what the Jersey Nerds thought regarding Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone & Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastBlueSky@pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

03-17
01:10:42

The Hobbit Trilogy Review! (An Unexpected Journey, The Desolation of Smaug, The Battle of the Five Armies)

The Jersey Nerds review the return to Middle-Earth that was The Hobbit trilogy!Tune in to hear what the Jersey Nerds thought regarding An Unexpected Journey, The Desolation of Smaug and The Battle of the Five Armies!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastBlueSky@pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

03-10
01:14:31

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) Movie Review!

The Jersey Nerds review the epic conclusion to Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings Trilogy which is a staple-piece in cinematic history for its oscar sweep!Tune in to hear what the Jersey Nerds loved the movie that brought Tolkiens work to life!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastBlueSky@pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

03-03
01:00:39

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) Review!

The Jersey Nerds continue their journey through Middle Earth with the legendary sequel in Peter Jackson's epic trilogy, The Two Towers! Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant go through the liberties Peter Jackson took with this film to give it a more epic ending as well as go through some trivia. Tune in to hear what the Jersey Nerds loved the movie that brought Tolkiens work to life!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

02-19
39:09

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) Review!

The Jersey Nerds take their first steps into the incredible Middle Earth with the movie that started it all! Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001). Tune in to hear what the Jersey Nerds loved the movie that brought Tolkiens work to life!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

02-12
56:33

Nolanverse Part 5: The Dark Knight (2008) & The Dark Knight Rises (2012) Reviews

Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant sit down for the fifth and final (for now) round of the Nolanverse reviews. This week they discuss the second and third acts of possibly one of the best trilogies in all of cinema, The Dark Knight (2008) and the Dark Knight Rises (2012). Tune in to hear what the Jersey Nerds loved about Nolans take on the Caped Crusader and how they were impacted by these films.Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

02-06
01:27:24

Top 10 Best and Worst Films of 2024!

Want to know what films worked and what just should not have been made? Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant welcome back guest Howie Collings for their annual episode where they rank their top 10 Best and Worst films of the year!If you enjoy listening to our show, please follow us on our socials!Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

01-27
02:00:15

Most Anticipated Films of 2025

Looking for some recommendations on what movies to see this year?! Well sit back and listen as Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant discuss their top 10 most anticipated films of 2025! If you enjoy listening to our show, please follow us on our socials!Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

01-18
56:23

Nolanverse Part 4: Oppenheimer (2023) & Batman Begins (2005)

Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant sit down for another round of the Nolanverse reviews. This week they discuss two of Nolans more diverse films, his first biopic; Oppenheimer (2023) and his first superhero flick; Batman Begins (2005). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

01-18
01:20:34

Nolanverse Part 3: Interstellar (2014) and Dunkirk (2017) Reviews

Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant sit down and review two of Christopher Nolans more recent films; Interstellar (2014) and Dunkirk (2017).  Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

01-14
01:14:41

Nolanverse Part 2: Memento (2001) and Tenet (2020) Reviews

Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant sit down and review two of Christopher Nolans more complex films; Memento (2000) and Tenet (2020). Both of these films require a close eye to ensure you don't miss the little details! Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

12-06
01:16:44

Nolanverse Part 1: The Prestige (2006) and Inception (2010) Reviews

Its our first Nolan-November episode, a segment where the Jersey Nerds dive into the great works of Director Christopher Nolan.  This episode Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant review The Prestige (2006) and inception (2010). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

11-21
01:29:31

31 Nights of Horror! Part 5

The Jersey Nerds Production's first annual 31 Nights of Horror comes to an end! Jersey Nerd's Mitchell Lea, Tommy Grant, and Brandon Tew sit down and give a mostly SPOILER FREE review of the fifth and final set of films for the month. Tommy picked out these films for being some of his favorite and include some of the most well known horror directors.#25: The Thing (1982)#26: Candyman (1992)#27: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)#28: 28 Days Later (2002)#29: Scream (1996)#30: Sleepy Hollow (1999)#31: Halloween (1978)Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

11-11
01:06:35

31 Nights of Horror! Part 4

The Jersey Nerds Production's first annual 31 Nights of Horror continues on through some of the all-time horror classics! Jersey Nerd's Mitchell Lea and Tommy Grant sit down and give a mostly SPOILER FREE review of the fourth set of films for the month.#19: Children of the Corn (1984)#20: Poltergeist (1982)#21: The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005)#22: Paranormal Activity (2007)#23: The Woman in Black (2012)#24: The Lost Boys (1987)Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

10-31
01:00:38

31 Nights of Horror! Part 3

The Jersey Nerds Production's first annual 31 Nights of Horror continues on through some of the all-time horror classics! Jersey Nerd's Mitchell Lea and Tommy Grant sit down and give a mostly SPOILER FREE review of the third set of films for the month.#13: Friday the 13th, Part 1 (1980)#14: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)#15: Jeepers Creepers (2001)#16: The Strangers (2008)#17: Jennifer's Body (2009)#18: Drag Me To Hell (2009)Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

10-26
01:08:08

31 Nights of Horror! Part 2

The Jersey Nerds Production's first annual 31 Nights of Horror continues! Jersey Nerd's Mitchell Lea and Tommy Grant sit down and give a mostly SPOILER FREE review of the second set of films for the month.#7: The Exorcist (1973)#8: Smile (2022)#9: Jeepers Creepers (2001)#10: The Strangers (2008)#11: Jennifer's Body (2009)#12: Drag Me To Hell (2009)Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

10-23
01:08:08

31 Nights of Horror! Part 1

The Jersey Nerds Production's first annual 31 Nights of Horror has begun! Jersey Nerd's Mitchell Lea and Tommy Grant sit down and give a SPOILER FREE review of the first six films for the month. IT (2017), IT Chapter 2 (2019), The Shining (1980), Carrie (1976), The Popes Exorcist (2023), and The Babadook (2014).Like and Follow Press Play Action online at the following sites!Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds

10-09
59:06

31 Nights of Horror Movies - Draft Night!

Jersey Nerds Productions Presents the first annual Press Play Action's 31 Nights of Horror Films!Jersey Nerds Tommy Grant and Mitchell Lea sit down and go through and draft the 31 films they think should make the cut for the first of many horror movie marathons! 

09-27
25:41

Spooky Season 2024!

Its officially that time of year! It's September which means the fall decorations come out of storage, Pumpkin Spice fills the air and the best adrenaline rushes to hit the big screen come on to give us all a fright!  This week, Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew, and Tommy Grant talk about their favorite horror films and what makes this time of year such a fun time for movie lovers!

09-05
43:38

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