Best Reel Rundown Podcasts (2026)

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Best of 2025: Ranking the Year’s Top Movies and TV Shows 1:19:04

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Bruno, Paul, and Pedro break down the best movies and TV shows of 2025 — from Pluribus and Andor to 28 Years Later and more. From prestige television to unexpected hits and big-swing films, the trio shares their favorite series and movies of 2025, what stood out, and which titles will actually stick with us. 🎬 Shows discussed include Pluribus, Ando…

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The Diddy Documentary Is Way Worse Than We Expected 54:35

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n this episode, Bruno and Pedro dive deep into Sean Combs: The Reckoning, Netflix’s explosive new four-part documentary that’s way darker—and way wilder—than anyone expected. We break down the biggest revelations, the new footage, the patterns that go back decades, and why this doc hits harder than all the Diddy documentaries that came before it. F…

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Welcome to Derry: Brilliant Lore, Sloppy Writing, and WTF Moments 45:51

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In this week’s episode of The Reel Rundown, Bruno and Pedro dive deep into Welcome to Derry — a prequel packed with wild lore, questionable character choices, and some truly head-scratching writing decisions. From Pennywise’s evolving mythology to the show’s chaotic pacing, we break down what’s working, what’s falling apart, and why we’re still hoo…

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Breaking Down Pluribus (So Far), Thanksgiving Traditions & Revisiting The Running Man 57:51

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In this episode of The Reel Rundown, Bruno and Paul dive into Thanksgiving traditions, Scott unexpectedly joins the show to talk parade prep and pumpkin pie, and the guys break down The Running Man—from Glen Powell’s rise to Edgar Wright’s creative choices. Finally, they unpack Pluribus so far, exploring theories, twists, and where the Apple TV+ se…

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Pluribus Broke Our Brains, and Pennywise Is Back for Seconds 1:12:26

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In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Paul dive into two of the strangest TV experiences of the year — Apple TV’s Pluribus and It: Welcome to Derry on Max. From AI nightmares to small-town horrors, the crew breaks down what worked, what didn’t, and why both shows might be saying more about us than we’d like to admit.…

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Halloween Episode: Dunking House of Dynamite + The Best (and Weirdest) of Bring Her Back, Heart Eyes, Cloud, The Damned 1:09:34

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In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Paul celebrate Halloween the only way they know how — by talking movies. The crew runs through this year’s crop of horror and thrillers, from the surprisingly solid to the absolutely unwatchable. Plus: House of Dynamite goes out with more of a fizzle than a bang. They break down which films nailed the Halloween mo…

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Task Series Wrap + Why The Lowdown and The Chair Company Belong on Your Watchlist 1:00:27

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In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, Paul, and Scott break down the Task finale and full series wrap — digging into how HBO’s latest crime thriller stuck the landing with one of the most satisfying conclusions of the year. The crew debates the show’s emotional payoffs, character arcs, and whether it deserves a second season or should remain a one-and-don…

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Netflix’s “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” Review — The Rock’s “Smashing Machine” & HBO’s “Task” Explained 38:54

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Pedro and Paul dig into Netflix’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story—how it stacks up against past entries, why it’s blowing up, and the ethical line Netflix keeps walking. Paul weighs in on The Smashing Machine and whether Dwayne Johnson finds a real dramatic gear. Then the crew breaks down HBO’s new crime thriller Task: the world-building, the cast, and …

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Fall Preview Draft 2025: Wicked, Tron: Ares & Pluribus Go Head-to-Head 56:07

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The Reel Rundown crew is officially in fall mode! 🍂 Instead of a straight preview, we’re running our first-ever Fall Preview Draft — each of us building a lineup of 3 upcoming shows or movies we think will dominate Rotten Tomatoes. From Wicked: For Good to The Smashing Machine, Pluribus, and beyond, it’s snake draft style, bragging rights on the li…

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Alien: Earth Finale Breakdown & Honest Series Review 42:16

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We dive into FX’s Alien: Earth — from Wendy’s powers to Boy Cavalier’s villainy, the surprise new aliens, and whether the finale stuck the landing. Did FX deliver a worthy Alien entry or just another sci-fi misfire? 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (00:34) - First impressions: Alien fandom, Romulus vs Covenant, and how Alien: Earth started strong (07:53) - Wen…

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“The Toxic Avenger” Movie Review 1:29

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Unrated Opens: August 29, 2025 Kevin says THE TOXIC AVENGER kinda rocks! In an era of remakes, reboots, and ret-cons, I suppose it’s time for a new take on classic American exploitation. THE TOXIC AVENGER follows a down-on-his-luck widower who suffers an industrial accident that turns him into a powerful mutant. He targets the head of a pharmaceuti…

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Is Chief of War the Best Drama on TV ? K-Pop Demon Hunters is Everywhere! 54:36

4M ago54:36

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In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive into Apple TV+’s Chief of War — Jason Momoa’s brutal new epic that might be the best drama of the year. From its Shogun-level scope to its blood-soaked battles, the guys debate whether Momoa has finally found his masterpiece. Plus: early thoughts on Peacemaker Season 2, Netflix’s surprise hit K-Pop Demon…

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“Honey Don’t” Movie Review 1:25

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Rated R Opens: August 22, 2025 Kevin says HONEY DON’T kinda sucks! THE SUBSTANCE’s Margaret Qualley headlines a neo-noir mystery from one of the Coen Brothers in HONEY DON’T. The story follows a private investigator looking into the death of a young woman. The trail leads her into dark territory, featuring international drug dealers, a corrupt past…

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Smoke Finale Review - Corruption, & Chaos. Plus Alien: Earth Debate 49:31

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Smoke’s finale proves everyone’s a villain — plus our first take on Alien: Earth. In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Scott break down Apple TV’s Smoke finale — from shocking deaths and betrayals to why every character might be the real villain. Then, they dive into Hulu’s Alien: Earth, debating Ridley Scott’s big-budget gamble, its ties to the orig…

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“Nobody 2” Movie Review 1:29

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Rated R Opens: August 15, 2025 Kevin says NOBODY 2 ROCKS! BETTER CALL SAUL’s Bob Odenkirk is the latest middle-aged actor cashing in on the everyman beating up gangsters with the sequel NOBODY 2. Odenkirk plays a former assassin trying to live a boring suburban life. While paying a debt to the mob, he takes his family on vacation but stumbles into …

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$100 Million Gone: Inside Netflix’s Stolen Diamond Robbery 1:07:59

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In this episode, Bruno, Scott, Paul, and Pedro break down Netflix’s Stolen: Heist of the Century, the gripping true crime documentary about the $100 million Antwerp diamond robbery. They dive into the unbelievable security breach, debate whether mastermind Leonardo Notarbartolo is telling the truth, and unpack the investigation’s twists — from high…

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“Freakier Friday” Movie Review 1:27

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Rated PG Opens: August 8, 2025 Kevin says FREAKIER FRIDAY kinda sucks! The latest film to come out of Hollywood’s never-ending reboot engine is Disney’s FREAKIER FRIDAY. This 20-years-too-late sequel reunites us with Tess and Anna, who magically swapped bodies in 2003. Now, a similar event has happened, bringing along Anna’s daughter and her soon-t…

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Twisted Metal is Back! Season 2 Review + The Naked Gun! 55:35

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We break down Twisted Metal Season 2’s chaotic return — plus why The Naked Gun might save dumb comedy. 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (00:00) – Intro: Reality TV discussion (07:02) – The Fox streaming app & ESPN/NFL deal: Who is this for and is it worth $20/month? (26:33) – Twisted Metal Season 2: Turbo boosts, Sweet Tooth chaos & low-budget magic (42:07) – …

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“The Bad Guys 2” Movie Review 1:21

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Rated PG Opens: August 1, 2025 Kevin says THE BAD GUYS 2 kinda rocks! Three years ago, THE BAD GUYS delivered a unique, fresh animated adventure. Now, they’re back for another score in THE BAD GUYS 2. This time, they are blackmailed into a job by a notorious criminal and have to find a way to pull things off but keep their new Good Guys reputation.…

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Happy Gilmore 2 Is a Mess—But It’s Also Kind of Great? Plus Avatar 3 & WTF is Pluribus 1:01:12

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Bruno, Scott, Pedro, and Paul are back with a full panel to break down Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2 — from nostalgia overload to Sandler's surprise direction. They also react to the new Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer and debate whether the franchise has lost its magic. Plus: Vince Gilligan’s upcoming Apple TV+ sci-fi series Pluribus, South Park’s AI-gen…

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“The Fantastic 4: First Steps” Movie Review 1:28

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Rated PG-13 Opens: July 25, 2025 Kevin says THE FANTASTIC 4: FIRST STEPS ROCKS! Facing the threat of superhero fatigue, THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS flies onto summer movie screen. The story drops us in years after Marvel’s First Family acquires their cosmic powers. But don’t worry… flashbacks explain their origins if you need that. One day, the…

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Balloon Boy, Poop Cruise & Marvel’s X-Men Reboot 1:14:36

5M ago1:14:36

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In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Scott dive deep into Netflix’s wild docuseries Trainwreck, breaking down the infamous Balloon Boy hoax, the disgusting details of the Poop Cruise, and the bizarre cult energy behind American Apparel and pop stardom. We also unpack the biggest Marvel news of the week: the MCU is officially ending its current saga a…

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“Smurfs” Movie Review 1:28

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Rated PG Opens: July 18, 2025 Kevin says SMURFS kinda sucks! It’s been eight years, so why not reboot the theatrical SMURFS franchise? With a new voice cast – including a new pop music star as Smurfette – the little blue creatures are living in peace in Smurf Village. When one of them discovers he has magical powers, the evil wizard Razamel kidnaps…

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You’re Sleeping on The Eternaut! Plus: Smoke Heats Up and Superman Takes Off 1:08:29

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Bruno, Paul, and Pedro are back to break down Superman’s big-screen return—and why James Gunn’s take might finally have cracked the code. They dive into the film’s best moments, unexpected political subtext, and whether Krypto steals the show. Then, the trio dives into Apple TV+’s Smoke, the pulpy fire-investigation thriller that has them debating …

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“Superman” Movie Review 1:28

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Rated PG-13 Opens: July 11, 2025 Kevin says SUPERMAN ROCKS! Slip on your blue tights! It’s time for a reboot of the Last Son of Krypton. SUPERMAN follows billionaire Lex Luthor trying to take down the Man of Steel, while the Daily Planet tries to uncover an international conspiracy. Having extensively read the Superman comics, I was thrilled to see…

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“Jurassic World: Rebirth” Movie Review 1:28

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Rated PG-13 Opens: July 2, 2025 Kevin says JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH kinda rocks! A big summer movie brings big summer monsters back to the big summer screen. We see a lot of familiar things in the latest installment of the Jurassic Park franchise. In JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH, people are stranded AGAIN… on an island populated by vicious dinosaurs AGAI…

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Smoke on Apple TV+, F1 Movie Reactions, & Final Destination: Bloodlines 42:33

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Scott, Paul, and Pedro break down Apple TV+’s new crime thriller “Smoke,” diving into the real-life inspirations, the show’s true-crime podcast roots, and whether the arson mystery hooks viewers from the jump. Plus: Pedro goes to the cinema, F1 success and Final Destination Bloodlines. 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (03:13) F1 Review (10:11) Pedro Goes to th…

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“F1” Movie Review 1:29

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Rated PG-13 Opens: June 27, 2025 Kevin says F1 kinda sucks! Brad Pitt may be the name on the marquee, but the real star of F1 is the racing. Pitt stars as a washed up driver brought in to help a Formula 1 team win. He butts heads with the team using his unorthodox style as he also struggles to become a leader. Directed by TOP GUN: MAVERICK’s Joe Ko…

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Is 28 Years Later the Best in the Trilogy? Full Breakdown & Review 1:05:10

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Bruno, Pedro, and Paul go deep on 28 Years Later—Danny Boyle’s unexpected return to the rage virus apocalypse. They explore how the trilogy evolved from 28 Days Later to this latest installment, compare all three films, and debate where the franchise goes next. Plus: camera tricks, infected evolution, parenting themes, and the wild third-act twist …

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“Elio” Movie Review 1:26

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Rated PG Opens: June 20, 2025 Kevin says ELIO ROCKS! Pixar has a new film, which is literally out of this world. ELIO tells the story of a recent orphan living with his aunt. Desperately wanting a new life, Elio sends a signal into space with a tricked-out ham radio… and miraculously gets a reply. When he is abducted by aliens, Elio convinces them …

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Titan Sub Disaster: What Netflix & Discovery’s Documentaries Reveal about OceanGate 1:01:48

7M ago1:01:48

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Bruno, Paul, and Scott reunite to dive into the shocking story behind the OceanGate Titan sub disaster—with a side-by-side review of the new documentaries on Netflix and Discovery+. From jaw-dropping engineering decisions to the international investigation that gripped the world, the guys break down what each doc gets right, the most surprising rev…

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“How to Train Your Dragon” Movie Review 1:29

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Rated PG Opens: June 13, 2025 Kevin says HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON ROCKS! Disney isn’t the only studio producing live-action remakes of their animated films. DreamWorks has thrown its hat into the ring with HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON. Closely following the animated film from fifteen years ago, the story follows a young Viking named Hiccup who befriend…

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Dept. Q Netflix Series Breakdown: Twists, Cast & Worth the Watch? 58:21

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Bruno and Paul return from hiatus to review Netflix’s Dept. Q—a gritty new detective series drawing comparisons to Sherlock and Broadchurch. They break down the cast, twisty plotlines, and if this Danish-Scottish noir lives up to the hype. Plus: catch-ups on The Last of Us Season 2, The Rehearsal, The Studio, Lilo & Stitch, and what else they’ve be…

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“Ballerina” Movie Review 1:25

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Rated R Opens: June 6, 2025 Kevin says BALLERINA kinda rocks! To milk more money out of the JOHN WICK franchise, Lionsgate offers moviegoers the spin-off BALLERINA. The story follows an orphan raised by a secret society as a ballerina and assassin. When she comes of age, she goes rogue to take out the cult that killed her father. On the good side, …

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“Karate Kid Legends” Movie Review 1:23

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Rated PG-13 Opens: May 30, 2025 Kevin says KARATE KID LEGENDS kinda rocks! The original Karate Kid returns to the big screen to train a new protégé. KARATE KID LEGENDS follows the previous films’ template: a teenager moves to a new city with his mother and attracts the attention of some neighborhood bullies. Eventually has to fight in a martial art…

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“Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” Movie Review 1:24

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Rated PG-13 Opens: May 23, 2025 Kevin says MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING kinda rocks! After two years, the second half of the latest MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE adventure has landed. MISSION: IMPOSSILBE – THE FINAL RECKONING picks up where DEAD RECKONING ended two summers ago. Ethan Hunt has to take down The Entity, a powerful AI bent on taking…

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“Final Destination: Bloodlines” Movie Review 1:21

8M ago1:21

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Rated R Opens: May 9, 2025 Kevin says FINAL DESTINATION: BLOODLINES kinda rocks! It’s taken more than a decade, but Death is back for a sixth helping in FINAL DESTINATION: BLOODLINES. The story follows a college student who has visions of a catastrophic accident sixty years ago. She learns her grandmother cheated Death in that accident, and now the…

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“Fight or Flight” Movie Review 1:24

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Rated R Opens: May 9, 2025 Kevin says FIGHT OR FLIGHT kinda rocks! After a comeback with the movie TRAP, Josh Hartnett flies into an action film. FIGHT OR FLIGHT tells the story of a burned government agent lured back to the job to find an elusive hacker on an international flight. The only problem is that dozens of hit men are also on the flight t…

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Summer 2025 Movie Preview: The 10 Films You Need to Watch 51:48

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Bruno, Scott, and Pedro count down their most anticipated movies of summer 2025—from sequels like Happy Gilmore 2 and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning to indie surprises like Eddington and Materialists. Hot takes, bold predictions, and zero tariffs. 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (02:00) - Our summer preview rules & how we made our picks (08:15) - T…

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“Thunderbolts*” Movie Review 1:26

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Rated PG-13 Opens: May 2, 2025 Kevin says THUNDERBOLTS* ROCKS! Marvel Studios hopes to goose its franchise back to the top with a new film about unlikely heroes. THUNDERBOLTS* follows a rag-tag group of marginal super-villains who unite against a common enemy. Along the way, they stumble into becoming the not-so-bad guys. It’s tempting to say THUND…

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“The Accountant 2” Movie Review 1:29

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Rated R Opens: April 25, 2025 Kevin says THE ACCOUNTANT 2 kinda rocks! I hope your taxes are done properly because Ben Affleck is back as the accountant you don’t want to be in charge of your audit. THE ACCOUNTANT 2 continues the story of an autistic man who used to make a living running numbers for organized crime. After escaping from prison, he w…

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Exploring 'The Last of Us' Episode 2 and Nathan Fielder's 'The Rehearsal 1:07:12

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In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive deep into HBO’s The Last of Us, reacting to the shocking twist in episode two and debating its narrative impact. Paul enthusiastically reviews Sinners, praising its unique musical elements and standout performances from Michael B. Jordan. Pedro and Bruno explore the quirky charm and distinctive style of …

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“Sinners” Movie Review 1:26

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Rated R Opens: April 18, 2025 Kevin says SINNERS kinda rocks! The director of BLACK PANTHER gets out a wooden stake and takes a stab at vampires this weekend. Ryan Coogler directs SINNERS, a drama about a pair of criminal twins who return home to the deep South of the 1930s to start up a juke joint. They have to reconcile their past relationships a…

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The Last of Us S2 vs Black Mirror S7: What Hit, What Missed 52:10

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In this episode, Bruno, Scott, and Pedro break down two major TV premieres: HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 and Netflix’s Black Mirror Season 7. From Ellie and Joel’s fractured relationship to a dystopian subscription model that puts a price on life, the crew dives deep into what’s working—and what’s not—in these long-awaited returns. 🎙 Episode Break…

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“The Amateur” Movie Review 1:26

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Rated R Opens: April 11, 2025 Kevin says THE AMATEUR kinda sucks! Oscar-winner Rami Malek takes a stab at the everyman-seeking-revenge thriller with the new movie THE AMATEUR. Malek plays a CIA analyst whose wife is killed in a terrorist attack. Seeking retribution, he wants to be trained in the field so he can go after the men who killed her. The …

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GTR News Brief: Global trade left reeling by Trump’s tariffs 12:25

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Long before US President Donald Trump returned to power, he promised to unleash “obnoxious tariffs” on all trading partners, and in recent days, has worked to fulfil this pledge. Last week, he announced levies of 10% on many nations and higher tariffs on countries perceived to have a particularly unfair trade deficit with the US. Host Felix Thompso…

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“A Minecraft Movie” Movie Review 1:26

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Rated PG Opens: April 4, 2025 Kevin says A MINECRAFT MOVIE kinda rocks! Hoping to capture the success of THE LEGO MOVIE and SUPER MARIO BROS., Hollywood is bringing another game to life. A MINECRAFT MOVIE brings the viewers into the world of Minecraft, where players can build anything they can imagine. When a trouble teen and a has-been videogame c…

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Is Apple TV’s ‘The Studio’ Hollywood’s Most Accurate Satire? Plus ‘Dope Thief’ & ‘MobLand’ Reviews 1:05:18

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In this episode, Bruno, Scott, and Pedro dive into Apple TV’s latest offerings, breaking down the Hollywood satire “The Studio,” the gritty crime drama “Dope Thief,” and the wrestling docuseries “Dark Side of the Ring.” 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (08:08) - MobLand: Tom Hardy’s intense new crime series featuring family drama and mob conflicts. (16:14) - T…

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“A Working Man” Movie Review 1:24

9M ago1:24

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Rated R Opens: March 28, 2025 Kevin says A WORKING MAN kinda sucks! Jason Statham goes on another rampage in the new film A WORKING MAN. The story follows a military vet who works a humble construction job pulled back into a world of violence when the daughter of a friend is kidnapped. He goes on the warpath to get her back and punish anyone involv…

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Did Severance’s Finale Disappoint? White Lotus Episode 6 Finally Kicks Into High Gear 1:10:25

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This week, Bruno, Paul and Scott dive deep into the gripping finale of "Severance," unpacking the season's twists, turns, and emotional payoffs. They also revisit "White Lotus," analyzing character motivations, sharing their favorite theories, and speculating on what's in store as the season heads toward its conclusion. Plus, hot takes on Hulu’s ne…