Best CinemaBlend Podcasts (2024)

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Francis Ford Coppola Interview | 'The Godfather,' 'Apocalypse Now,' 'Megalopolis,' And More 1:21:45

21h ago1:21:45

1:21:45

We are honored to welcome Francis Ford Coppola on the show to discuss his work, from “The Godfather” to his new film “Megalopolis,” starring Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito and Nathalie Emmanuel. The legend shared a few incredible stories from his early masterpieces including a minor change to “The Godfather Part II” that saved it for audiences, “A…

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Joker: Folie à Deux has to be some kind of sick, practical joke 10:47

1d ago10:47

10:47

Joker: Folie à Deux rolls out into theaters this weekend, and not everyone is smiling about that. Stay tuned for our in-depth review of the film on our main show, but for now here's a spoiler-free reaction. Todd Phillips directed and co-wrote Joker: Folie à Deux with Scott Silver. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, Brendan Gleeson, and Cath…

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Kevin Smith Interview | Stan Lee Cameo, Ben Affleck, 'The 4:30 Movie' & More 35:59

3d ago35:59

35:59

Kevin Smith returns to ReelBlend to discuss the making of "The 4:30 Movie." ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium. ReelBlend on YouTube Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The Show Ree…

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Saturday Night – Instant Take 14:31

3d ago14:31

14:31

We’ll be doing an in-depth review of Saturday Night on the main show soon, but here is a quick instant take of the film coming right out of the theater. Directed by Jason Reitman and featuring a star-studded cast, Saturday Night chronicles the chaotic 90 minutes leading up to the fateful airing of the first episode of what would eventually become S…

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The Beginning Of 'Saturday Night Live' With 'Saturday Night' | Jason Reitman Interview 1:20:15

8d ago1:20:15

1:20:15

Jason Reitman returns to discuss the making of “Saturday Night,” his new film spanning the 90 minutes leading up to Lorne Michaels' first episode of “Saturday Night Live.” The film is at the front of the pack for this year's best ensemble featuring Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cory Michael Smith and many more taking on the parts of Lorne Michae…

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How Chris Hemsworth 'Evolved' Optimus Prime's Iconic Voice | 'Transformers: One' Director Interview 1:09:15

15d ago1:09:15

1:09:15

"Transformers: One" (starring Chris Hemsworth, Bryan Tyree Henry, and Scarlett Johansson) is hitting theaters this weekend, and fans of the franchise, old and new, are really in for a treat. Director Josh Cooley sat down with Sean to discuss his creative process, finding the voice of Optimus Prime with Chris Hemsworth, building the iconic "transfor…

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Pixar's Future Looks Incredibly Bleak Right Now 22:38

16d ago22:38

22:38

On this latest edition of Cinemaholics Headlines, Jon Negroni jumps on the mic to share his thoughts on a few big news stories in the world of film and entertainment. Our main story at the end covers some seriously damaging revelations about the working conditions at Pixar in the wake of Inside Out 2's unprecedented success. Headlines: First traile…

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Transformers One – Instant Take 13:49

17d ago13:49

13:49

Will Ashton just watched Transformers One, and so we're transforming the "instant take" review this time around into the Will Ashton Instant Take. That's right, Will talks about the new film directed by Josh Cooley without getting into spoilers and shares his reaction coming right out of the theater. Transformers One opens in theaters on September …

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Why Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a Big, Big Hit 43:16

18d ago43:16

43:16

This week on Cinemaholics, we review Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the long-awaited sequel to Tim Burton's 1988 cult(?) classic of the same name, minus one name. Burton returns as director with Alfred Gough and Miles Millar as co-screenwriters, and we discuss the film's big success at the box office and whether or not the hype is deserved, deserved, des…

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The Wild Robot – Instant Take 13:46

19d ago13:46

13:46

We'll be doing an in-depth review of The Wild Robot on the main show soon, but here is a quick instant take of the film coming right out of the theater. Chris Sanders directed and wrote The Wild Robot, which opens in theaters on September 27 through DreamWorks Animation and Universal Pictures. Some critics are calling it the best animated feature o…

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These Might Be the Best Films of the Fall Festivals in 2024 16:36

22d ago16:36

16:36

On this latest edition of Cinemaholics Headlines, Jon Negroni jumps on the mic to share his thoughts on a few big news stories in the world of film. Our main story at the end covers a critic-curated list of the movies to watch in case you missed this year's fall festivals. You can find a transcript of this podcast here. Hulu buys NUTCRACKERS. Matt …

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James McAvoy On Horror Movies Getting More Respect 1:07:32

22d ago1:07:32

1:07:32

James McAvoy and director James Watkins sit down with us this week to discuss the making of their new thriller “Speak No Evil.” McAvoy shares the one thing from Stephen King’s IT that he wanted to include in the movie, but was politely declined. Watkins and McAvoy detail the process of working with child actors on a horror movie, why horror movies …

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Headlines – Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse drama, New director for Spider-Man 4, The Next Judd Apatow movie, and more 14:33

24d ago14:33

14:33

Jon Negroni unpacks a few big news stories in the world of film this week, including some weird drama and false rumors about Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse. James Earl Jones passes away at age 93. Disney is making a new Ice Age movie. Judd Apatow and Steven Spielberg are making a Cola Wars movie about Pepsi and Coke. Michael B. Jordan to direc…

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The Substance – Instant Take 14:40

25d ago14:40

14:40

Our full, in-depth review of The Substance will hopefully hit the feeds soon, but in the meantime, check out Jon Negroni's spoiler-free instant take of the film right out of the theater. The Substance premiered earlier this year at Cannes and will be released by Mubi on September 20, 2024 in the U.S. The film was directed and written by Coralie Far…

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Interview – Jazmin Jones, Director of 'Seeking Mavis Beacon' 29:31

26d ago29:31

29:31

Seeking Mavis Beacon might just be your type. Special guest Jazmin Jones, director and DIY detective behind the new documentary, recently sat down with Jon Negroni for a conversation about online privacy, internet nostalgia, and of course, Letterboxd reviews. In the late 80s and throughout the 1990s, millions of people for the first time learned ho…

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'Rebel Ridge' Is A Must-Watch | Director Jeremy Saulnier Interview 1:04:39

29d ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Filmmaker Jeremy Saulnier joins the show to discuss the making of his new Netflix film “Rebel Ridge,” starring Aaron Pierre, AnnaSophia Robb and Don Johnson. After the interview, Sean gives his thoughts on “Rebel Ridge,” Jake reviews Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and we play a “Beetlejuice” edition of the IMDb game. What are you seeing thi…

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice — Instant Take 12:21

1M ago12:21

12:21

Our full review of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will hit the feeds soon, but in the meantime, check out Jon Negroni's spoiler-free instant take of the film right out of the theater. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice opens in theaters on September 6, 2024. It was directed by Tim Burton and co-written by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. The cast includes Michael Keat…

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Summer Movie Recap 2024 55:20

1M ago55:20

55:20

The summer movie season is finally over, and we had some big surprises across the board this year. So this week, the Cinemaholics crunch the numbers and analyze the highs and lows of the box office releases and how this year compares to the last few. Plus we get a chance to dig a little into a few releases we didn't review on the main show and re-l…

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Christopher Nolan Movies Tier List 1:16:48

1M ago1:16:48

1:16:48

It's finally time for us to put together our movie ranking for the filmography of none other than Christopher Nolan. From Following, through his Batman trilogy, and to Oppenheimer, we run down every Christopher Nolan film as we work towards crowning the filmmaker's masterpiece. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-…

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Alien: Romulus 54:25

1M ago54:25

54:25

This week on Cinemaholics, we review Alien: Romulus, the seventh installment in the Alien franchise (not counting the Alien vs. Predator movies for obvious reasons). And this time with Fede Álvarez as director after previously helming the Evil Dead 2013 remake and Don't Breathe in 2016. The cast includes Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux,…

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Bill Skarsgård Went All In On ‘The Crow’ | Rupert Sanders Interview 33:59

1M ago33:59

33:59

Director Rupert Sanders joins ReelBlend to discuss his new remake of The Crow, starring Bill Skarsgård and FKA twigs. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium. ReelBlend on YouTube Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of t…

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Fede Álvarez 'Alien: Romulus' Interview | Ridley Scott's Notes, Recreating 1980s Horror & More 1:11:45

2M ago1:11:45

1:11:45

“Alien: Romulus” is finally arriving in theaters this weekend, and folks, it’s a must-see. Filmmaker Fede Álvarez returns to the show to chat with us about how he took on the classic action-horror franchise and made it his own while still rooting us in the familiar universe we love. The level of detail he and his team brought to the project is trul…

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Sean Wang Talks The Making Of Dìdi (弟弟) 29:21

2M ago29:21

29:21

Filmmaker Sean Wang joins our own Sean to discuss the making of his new, semi-autobiographical coming-of-age film Dìdi. We cover the making of the movie from the specific music used in its soundtrack, to its Superbad influences, to the influences pulled from his own life. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free e…

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Borderlands, Dídi, Trap 1:11:41

2M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

This week on Cinemaholics, we kick off with a review of Borderlands, directed and co-written by Eli Roth and based on the hit video game no one's really cared much about in about a decade. Next we take a look at Dídi, a Sundance favorite and indie dramedy darling directed by Sean Wang in his directorial debut. Then we finish out the show with Trap,…

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The Secret To Good Comedy With Director Paul Feig 1:18:08

2M ago1:18:08

1:18:08

Paul Feig joins the show this week to discuss the making of his new movie Jackpot, starring John Cena and Awkwafina. He shares his thoughts on modern comedy movies, struggling to get comedies into movie theaters, early audience reactions to Bridesmaids, the acting role he ironically gets most recognized for, and more. Stick around after the intervi…

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Deadpool & Wolverine 50:58

2M ago50:58

50:58

Fine, we'll take a stab at reviewing this movie. This week, we revisit the Marvel Cinematic Universe and then some with Deadpool & Wolverine, which stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman as...I mean, you get it. Deadpool & Wolverineisn't just the third Deadpool movie, it's also the latest MCU movie (technically?) and effectively a tribute to the 20th…

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M. Night Shyamalan Interview | 'Trap,' Alternate Endings, 'Unbreakable' & More 1:31:51

2M ago1:31:51

1:31:51

Filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan joins the show to discuss his new thriller Trap, starring Josh Hartnett. We were lucky enough to cover many points throughout his career, from The Sixth Sense's success, pushing the boundaries with Unbreakable, the strange nature of being a famous filmmaker, and more. Stick around after the interview for our review of T…

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Zack Snyder Interview | 'Rebel Moon' Director's Cuts, The Russo Brothers' Return & More 33:06

2M ago33:06

33:06

Director Zack Snyder returns to the podcast to discuss the release of his director's cuts of Rebel Moon Parts One and Two. We discuss the conversations with Netflix that led to separate R-rated versions, asking Netflix if they'd let him release them with an NC-17, which of his films has his favorite theatrical cut, originally pitching an R-rated St…

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Quentin Tarantino Talks 10th And Final Movie, 'Pulp Fiction' & More | ReelBlend Redux 24:38

2M ago24:38

24:38

We are back with another classic ReelBlend interview redux! This time, we’re revisiting our first-ever interview with Quentin Tarantino. Recorded in July of 2019, we were joined by Quentin at the press junket for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood which today is celebrating its 5th anniversary. In this 20-minute chat, we discuss his lost feature film te…

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'Twisters' Interview | Lee Isaac Chung Talks Meeting Steven Spielberg, Special Effects & More 1:16:51

3M ago1:16:51

1:16:51

Twisters director Lee Isaac Chung joins ReelBlend to discuss the making of the new legacy sequel starring Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos. We discuss classic films that have inspired him to this day, what it’s like to hang out with Steven Spielberg, how good practical effects make or break visual effects, and more. Stick around fo…

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Greg Berlanti Interview | Scarlett Johansson, 'Fly Me To The Moon,' Faking The Moon Landing & More 1:08:44

3M ago1:08:44

1:08:44

Writer-director-producer Greg Berlanti joins us this week to discuss his new rom-com "Fly Me To The Moon," starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. We discuss Colin Jost and Scarlett sharing the screen for the first time, playing with the idea of faking the moon landing, and more. Stick around after the interview for our review of the film, …

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How Stanley Kubrick Made A Big Contribution To 'Twister' | Director Interview 24:27

3M ago24:27

24:27

“Twister” director Jan de Bont joins the show for the classic film’s official 4K UHD release! We discuss whether or not Tom Hanks was originally considered to be cast as the lead, Bill Paxton’s incredible dedication, Philip Seymour Hoffman’s comedic chops, and how Joss Whedon contributed to one of Speed’s Iconic lines. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for…

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How 'A Quiet Place: Day One' Crafted Its Definitive Ending | Director Interview 1:16:43

3M ago1:16:43

1:16:43

"A Quiet Place: Day One" director Michael Sarnoski joins us to discuss the making of the film's striking ending, all the effort that goes into casting and directing a feline on set, plus the movie he is tackling next starring Jodie Comer and Hugh Jackman. Stick around after the interview for Kevin's thoughts on the film, our reviews of "Beverly Hil…

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Kevin Costner Interview | 'Horizon: An American Saga,' Early Career & More 1:28:56

3M ago1:28:56

1:28:56

Kevin Costner joins us this week for the release of his first chapter of “Horizon: An American Saga,” his epic Western story, decades in the making. We cover the earliest days of his career, including some of his biggest films and performances. The actor-director walks us through the intense process of making a 4-part film series back to back, we d…

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Inside Out 2 1:01:41

3M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

Talk about emotional stakes. This week, we share our (ahem) feelings on Inside Out 2, the direct sequel to Pixar's breakout hit Inside Out from 2015. This time with Kelsey Mann taking over directorial duties in his debut alongside screenwriters Meg LaFauve and Dave Holstein. The film features the voice talents of Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Lewis B…

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Austin Butler Just Has It | 'The Bikeriders' Director Interview w. Jeff Nichols 1:00:58

4M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, and Tom Hardy debut their new film “The Bikeriders” in theaters this weekend. Writer-director Jeff Nichols joins us on this week’s show to discuss the making of “The Bikeriders” and working with his star-studded cast. We talk about the energy surrounding Austin Butler, what that energy does for a film, being afraid of th…

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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga 50:34

4M ago50:34

50:34

We're definitely not mad or furious! That's right, we're finally discussing Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, which serves as a prequel to George Miller's triumphant Mad Max: Fury Road from 2015. Miller returns as director of course, this time with Anya Taylor-Joy starring as Furiosa (and Alyla Browne during the character's younger years). The cast also inc…

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The Garfield Movie 51:14

4M ago51:14

51:14

It wasn't easy, but we managed to release this episode of Cinemaholics not on a Monday...unless you're on the east coast. Special guest Matt Serafini returns to the show this week to help us review The Garfield Movie, directed by Mark Dindal and featuring the voice, uh, talents of Chris Pratt, oh and also Samuel L. Jackson, Hannah Waddingham, Ving …

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Ranking The Top 5 Bruce Willis Films 1:09:43

4M ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Our very own Sean O’Connell has his latest book releasing this week. “Bruce Willis: Celebrating the Cinematic Legacy of an Unbreakable Hollywood Icon” walks through the acclaimed actor’s entire filmography and career. So we thought what better time than now to look back and rank our top five Bruce Willis movies? We are trying something new with thi…

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This Iconic Line Fixed A Major Problem In 'Dazed And Confused' | Richard Linklater Interview 1:16:29

4M ago1:16:29

1:16:29

Richard Linklater’s latest film “Hit Man,” starring Glen Powell and Adria Arjona, is now available to stream on Netflix, and the legendary writer-director sat down with us to discuss the making of his (sort of based on a true story) film, and his career. We dive into his process of working with actors, finding chemistry on screen, the prospects of …

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ReelBlend Redux | Quentin Tarantino Talks 'Pulp Fiction,' Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio & More 2:09:27

4M ago2:09:27

2:09:27

This week, we return with one of our all-time favorite interviews. Originally recorded in December of 2019, we are joined by Quentin Tarantino for an extended, 2-hour conversation spanning the legendary director's career. We sat down with Tarantino for the home video release of "Once Upon A Time… In Hollywood," so we of course spent a lot of our ti…

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George Miller Interview | 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' Stunts, Chris Hemsworth & More 1:00:16

4M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Legendary director George Miller joins the show for the release of his latest entry in the Mad Max franchise, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The franchise has been cruising for over four decades, and the filmmaker takes us all the way back to the beginning with memories of early, negative reviews and the cultural wave that eventually grew into what it is…

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Challengers 1:05:24

5M ago1:05:24

1:05:24

Looks like the ball's in our court. This week we finally discuss Challengers, the newest film directed by Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name, Suspiria, Bones and All) and written by Justin Kuritzkes. This feisty psychological sports drama stars Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist as three tennis players with some, ahem, fluid connections that…

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'Die Hard 2' Is The Best 'Die Hard' Sequel | Director Interview w. Renny Harlin 33:59

5M ago33:59

33:59

Director Renny Harlin joins us for a chat about the making of his new film The Strangers: Chapter 1, the first of 3 chapters he shot simultaneously. But that of course is not all. The director has a long history in Hollywood, and we run through some of his notable projects such as Die Hard 2, his Exorcist sequel, and more. Next week, we welcome Geo…

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The 'Big Fiasco' 'Dune 2's' Gladiator Sequence Caused On Set | Costume & Set Designer Interview 23:11

5M ago23:11

23:11

Dune: Part Two's Costume Designer Jacqueline West and Set Designer Patrice Vermette join us to discuss their collaboration with Denis Villeneuve for their return to the world of Arrakis. We get into the types of conversations they have with each other and their director when crafting their respective visual elements for the film including the "big …

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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes 51:12

5M ago51:12

51:12

Cinemaholics together strong. That's right, we're talking about Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes this week, the fourth film in the Planet of the Apes prequel reboot franchise, which kicked off with Rise of the Planet of the Apes in 2011. Wes Ball (Maze Runner) takes over as directer with Josh Friedman as the screenwriter, and the cast includes Owe…

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How 'Dune: Part Two' Shot Its Final Scene | Editor & Cinematographer Interview 26:13

5M ago26:13

26:13

Dune’s Oscar-winning cinematographer Greig Fraser returns to the show with Oscar-winning editor Joe Walker to discuss the making of Dune: Part Two and their collaborations with Denis Villeneuve. We get details on shooting Feyd-Rautha’s introduction on Giedi Prime with infrared lighting, cutting Paul Atreides and Feyd’s final fight, and more. Stay t…

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Anne Hathaway Would Rather You Call Her Annie | 'The Idea Of You' w. Michael Showalter 34:41

5M ago34:41

34:41

Michael Showalter returns to the show to discuss his new film starring Anne Hathaway, “The Idea of You.” He discusses the origins of the film’s story, whether or not it’s inspired by Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde’s relationship, Anne Hathaway would rather you call her Annie, and more. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, …

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Zendaya Gives Her Best Performance Yet | 'Challengers' Review 1:00:53

5M ago1:00:53

1:00:53

“Challengers,” from writer-director Luca Guadagnino, is our favorite performance from the ever-talented Zendaya, but she isn’t alone. Mike Fast and Josh O’Connor equally deliver to create a three-piece ensemble that propels us through one of the year's most exciting films. In this week’s show, we dive right in with our review, and if you’ve managed…

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Civil War 1:10:00

6M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

What kind of Cinemaholic are you? While Jon Negroni is out of the country, Will Ashton and special guest Cory Woodroof hold down the fort, so to speak, and discuss Alex Garland's explosive new film, Civil War. A24's most expensive film to date, and likely to be one of their highest grossers to boot, the war drama stars Kirsten Dunst, Cailee Spaney,…

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