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In this episode, the crew discusses movie franchises that continued longer than they should have. We explore how and why the quality of these franchises declined and debate which ones should never release another project moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the second season of the Netflix original series One Piece, based on the popular anime TV series of the same name. We discuss whether the show is moving in the right direction now that the characters are established, and we debate how much longer the live-action concept can successfully continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our recaps of the hit HBO Max original series The Pitt, starring Noah Wyle. We review Episodes 6–10 and discuss how the Fourth of July weekend brings an influx of new patients while highlighting social issues surrounding the cost of quality healthcare, the overlooked challenges of mental illness, and the intense stress doctors and nurses face during every hour of their shifts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the first season of the new Game of Thrones spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. We discuss why this spin-off feels very different in tone from the original series and even from House of the Dragon. We also debate whether this series could end up being the best since the original run of Game of Thrones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a classic rewatchable review of the 1996 crime thriller Fargo, directed by the Coen Brothers and starring Frances McDormand, William H. Macy, and Steve Buscemi. We discuss whether the film still holds up after all these years, and we debate whether the TV series that followed has heightened the film’s legacy or is even better than the original.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we dive into a review of the film The Bride, directed by Maggie Gillan Hall. We discuss the movie's narrative, which jumps between different timelines and storylines. We also share our thoughts on the performances, particularly Jesse Buckley's portrayal of the Bride, and the film's themes of loneliness, feminism, and violence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the premiere of the second season of the hit Hulu original series Paradise, starring Sterling K. Brown. We discuss whether the new season is starting off as strong as the last season ended, and we debate whether being outside of the domed world this season will help or hurt the plot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, we review the 2025 American period drama film Train Dreams, directed by Clint Bentley, who co-wrote the screenplay with Greg Kwedar. The film is based on the 2011 novella by Denis Johnson and stars Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones, and William H. Macy. We discuss whether this story showcases one of Joel Edgerton’s best performances, and we debate whether the film lives up to its nomination for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, we review the 2026 black comedy thriller How to Make a Killing, directed by John Patton Ford and starring Glen Powell, Jessica Henwick, Topher Grace, and Ed Harris. We discuss whether the film’s premise allows it to avoid deciding whether it wants to be taken seriously, and we debate whether Glen Powell can be a leading man in a film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2025 sci-fi action-adventure comedy directed by Gore Verbinski and starring Sam Rockwell, Michael Peña, and Zazie Beetz, titled Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die. We discuss whether the film does a good job of satirizing AI and its potential consequences, and we debate whether audiences are already growing tired of “AI is going to end the world” films.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2025 historical tragedy film Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao, who co-wrote the screenplay with Maggie O’Farrell. The film is based on O’Farrell’s 2020 novel and stars Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, and Emily Watson. We discuss whether this origin story for one of William Shakespeare’s famous plays was entertaining. We also debate whether the film should be nominated for Best Picture at this year’s Academy Awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2025 Norwegian drama film Sentimental Value, starring Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, and Elle Fanning. We discuss whether the film lives up to the numerous accolades it has received, including eight Academy Award nominations. We also debate whether the film is rightfully in the Best Picture race at the Oscars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the first batch of episodes from the second season of the hit HBO Max original series The Pitt, starring Noah Wyle. We discuss how the new season begins over the July 4th weekend and how that setting plays a role in the new patients we see. We also debate whether we like some of the new cast members on the hospital team and how their roles may develop over the rest of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the classic 1976 Martin Scorsese film Taxi Driver, starring Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster, and Albert Brooks. We discuss whether the film still holds up as one of the best psychological dramas of the last 50 years, and we debate whether Robert De Niro should have won the Oscar for Best Actor for his performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the new Disney+ live-action superhero miniseries from Marvel Studios, Wonder Man, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Ben Kingsley, and Ed Harris. We discuss whether this new MCU character is someone we will look forward to seeing in future shows and films, and we debate whether Marvel is moving in the right direction with its investment in scripted television.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2026 comedy horror film directed by Sam Raimi and starring Rachel McAdams, Dylan O’Brien, and Dennis Haysbert, titled Send Help. We discuss whether the film successfully highlights bad workplace culture through horror, and we debate whether the ending made sense or felt disjointed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss our predictions into the 2026 Oscar nominations, sharing their thoughts on the contenders and films we may need to see before the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review one of the biggest blockbusters of 2025 from A24, directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Tyler Okonma in the sports comedy-drama Marty Supreme. We discuss whether this film represents Chalamet at the peak of his acting powers and debate how closely it relates to another Safdie production, Uncut Gems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.