Best CinemaBlend Podcasts (2024)

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

4h 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

6d 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

10d 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

13d 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

15d 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

18d 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

20d 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

27d 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

2M 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

2M ago23:11

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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

2M 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

2M ago26:13

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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

2M 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

2M 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

2M 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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How The Ballerina Vampire Film 'Abigail' Draws Inspiration From 'The Shining' | Director Interview 58:19

3M ago58:19

58:19

The horror genre has been on a box office tear this year with what feels like a new entry hitting theaters every week. Today, we welcome back the director duo known as Radio Silence, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, and Tyler Gillett, to discuss their new vampire flick “Abigail.” After two turns at the wheel of the “Scream” franchise, the two bring a unique …

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Alex Garland 'Civil War' Interview | A24 Taking Risks, '28 Years Later' Details & More 1:22:23

3M ago1:22:23

1:22:23

Alex Garland is one of the most interesting filmmakers working today and has delivered striking, awe-inspiring cinema as both a writer and director for over two decades. We are honored to welcome Garland on the show to discuss his latest film, Civil War. The cast blew away each of us, as well as the story centered on wartime journalists, and the gr…

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What To Watch In Theaters This Summer | 2024 Summer Movie Preview 58:48

3M ago58:48

58:48

What should you watch this summer season? This week, we run through some of the major movie releases hitting theaters, and discuss which have us intrigued, which we remain cautiously optimistic about, and which we are the most excited about. It’s looking to be an impressive year! Both M. Night Shyamalan and daughter Ishana Shyamalan have films head…

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Oscars 2024 – If We Picked The Winners! 1:20:57

3M ago1:20:57

1:20:57

The 96th Academy Awards have exited the building, but we're just getting started on talking Oscars 2024! We discuss the nominees and pick our own winners, while also recapping the "actual" winners from the "actual" ceremony. Will the Cinemaholics agree with the Academy, or even (gasp) each other?! Don't change the channel if you want to find out! O…

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Could Tom Cruise Join The MonsterVerse? | 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' (feat. Adam Wingard) 59:57

3M ago59:57

59:57

Director Adam Wingard joins us to discuss his new epic monster movie Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. The filmmaker takes us through some of his trying experiences on set, making his monsters more relatable, Tom Cruise joining the MonsterVerse, and more. After the interview, we review the movie and dive into a spoiler-filled chat on Immaculate. And…

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Dune: Part Two 1:00:17

3M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

This week, we finally discuss the release and reception of Dune: Part Two, directed by Denis Villeneuve. After a delayed release and somewhat botched streaming strategy with the last film, Warner Bros. gave the sci-fi epic another chance to spice up the box office. But does Dune: Part Two fulfill the prophecy of that last film and Frank Herbert's 1…

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How Sydney Sweeney's 'Immaculate' Shot That Killer Ending | Director Michael Mohan Interview 43:55

3M ago43:55

43:55

Director Michael Mohan (fan, now friend, of the show!) joins us to talk about the making of his new horror film Immaculate starring Sydney Sweeney. We sat down with Michael to dive right into spoilers, talk about the ending, and allow him to share so many incredible stories from behind the scenes. This is such a fun interview for a movie we all gen…

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Old, Unused 'Ghostbusters' Footage Led To One Of 'Frozen Empires' Best Moments | Gil Kenan Interview 1:02:54

3M ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Writer, director, and producer Gil Kenan joins ReelBlend to discuss his new movie Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! We learn about how some long-lost 70mm footage that was never used in the original film led to one of Frozen Empire's best moments, how Gil and Jason Reitman were able to pitch the film to Ivan Reitman before his passing, parenting, and mo…

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'3 Body Problem' Interview | Spoiling 'Game Of Thrones,' Netflix's New Sci-Fi Epic & More 26:45

4M ago26:45

26:45

Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss have partnered with Alexander Woo to bring the famed science fiction novel "The Three-Body Problem" to Netflix. The showrunners sat down at this year's SXSW festival to discuss the making of the series, how one scene caused the show's delay, spoiling Game of Thrones while traveling, and more. Re…

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Madame Web 1:12:25

4M ago1:12:25

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It's an unofficial "It Ain't Ogre 'Til It's Ogre" podcast reunion! Special guests Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan join us this week to discuss Madame Web, starring Dakota Johnson. We delve into the broader multiverse of Sony's Spider-Manmovies and its unholy trinity of "villain movies." Who is Madame Web? What's going on with that ADR? How did thi…

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Hans Zimmer Interview | Scoring "Dune: Part Two," John Williams, Christopher Nolan & More 1:23:56

4M ago1:23:56

1:23:56

Legendary composer Hans Zimmer returns to ReelBlend to discuss his immaculate work on Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two. We dive all the way back to the early days of his career, working at Dreamworks alongside John Williams and Steven Spielberg, his 20-year-long collaboration with Christopher Nolan, and more. If you haven't listened to our intervi…

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Rebecca Ferguson Interview | 'Dune: Part Two,' Working With Denis Villeneuve & More 1:38:01

4M ago1:38:01

1:38:01

Rebecca Ferguson joins the show to discuss all things Dune: Part Two. We walk through her collaborations with Denis Villeneuve on bringing Jessica to screen, fine-tuning Jessica's relationship with her unborn prescient daughter, and even some of the silly NSFW names for objects in the Dune world. We also had to bring up the iconic "Facob Tremblay" …

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Peter Farrelly Interview | Jim Carrey Stories, John Cena's Comedy & More 29:55

4M ago29:55

29:55

Oscar-winning filmmaker and comedy legend Peter Farrelly joins the show to discuss his new film Ricky Stanicky! Not only do we dive into the comedic prowess of John Cena in his new film, but we couldn’t have Peter Farrelly on the show without discussing his collaborations with Jim Carrey. We can’t wait for you to hear his behind-the-scenes gems on …

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Denis Villeneuve Interview | 'Dune: Part Two,' Completing The Trilogy, & More 1:39:13

4M ago1:39:13

1:39:13

Filmmaker Denis Villeneuve returns! Kicking off episode 300 of our little show, the director joins us to discuss the making of Dune: Part Two, starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Josh Brolin. Dune: Part Two was this show’s most-anticipated movie of 2024, so it’s an incredible honor to welcome a legend like Denis Villeneuve back on the show for…

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Shooting A Masterpiece | Cinematographer Greig Fraser On Making 'Dune: Part Two' 47:27

4M ago47:27

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Oscar-winning cinematographer Greig Fraser joins us for the release of Dune: Part Two! We are honored to welcome Greig on the show to not only discuss the making of Dune and its sequel, but the many incredible works from across his career. We go behind the scenes of the now iconic Darth Vader scene in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, he details using …

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The Unique Way ‘The Zone Of Interest’ Captures Its Sense Of Recency | Jonathan Glazer Interview 1:14:00

5M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Oscar-nominated director Jonathan Glazer joins the show to discuss his new, harrowing film The Zone of Interest. We chat about the impact awards nominations and wins can have on a film, his unique approach to staging and filming scenes, the film’s incredible sound design and its importance to the narrative, and more. After our interview, Jake and K…

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Drive-Away Dolls 49:24

4M ago49:24

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This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton discuss the new dark comedy road film Drive-Away Dolls, directed by Ethan Coen — who co-wrote the film with Tricia Cooke — and starring Margaret Qualley, Geraldine Viswanathan, Beanie Feldstein, Colman Domingo, Pedro Pascal, Bill Camp, Matt Damon, and Will Ashton. Will is of course excited to t…

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Dakota Johnson, Aunt May & More | Talking 'Madame Web' With Director S.J. Clarkson 1:37:57

5M ago1:37:57

1:37:57

‘Madame Web’ director S.J. Clarkson joins the show to discuss Sony’s latest entry in their Spider-Man Universe, starring Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, and Isabela Merced. We discuss how the movie’s script changed through production and the editing process, special effects completion coming down to the wire, her unseen Game of Thrones spinoff pilo…

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'Bob Marley: One Love' Interview | Director Reinaldo Marcus Green On Marley's Obsessive Hard Work 26:40

5M ago26:40

26:40

Bob Marley: One Love director Reinaldo Marcus Green returns to the show! We discuss his process behind the scenes, working with Kingsley Ben-Adir, how Bob Marley’s family and close friends helped shape and guide the film, and so much more. If you missed it, check your feed for our interview with Kingsley that went up on last week’s episode, and sta…

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Argylle 1:05:39

5M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton discuss the film Argyle, a new spy action comedy directed by Matthew Vaughn and starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, Henry Cavill, Sofia Boutella, Dua Lipa, Ariana DeBose, John Cena, and Samuel L. Jackson. They delve into Vaughn's early career, his style…

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Portraying An Icon | Kingsley Ben-Adir Talks 'Bob Marley: One Love' 1:05:06

5M ago1:05:06

1:05:06

Kingsley Ben-Adir tackles another icon of history in Bob Marley: One Love. The actor joined ReelBlend to discuss his process, working with the film’s choreographer Polly Bennett to find Bob Marley through his movement, learning to play guitar, how his favorite Marley songs have changed over time, and more. A brilliant performer and a fantastic inte…

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Poor Things and The Zone of Interest 1:09:47

5M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton discuss the films Poor Things and The Zone of Interest. Both movies have been expanding in theaters nationwide, with many people debating and analyzing the themes of sexuality and feminism in Poor Things, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and starring Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, and Mark Ruffalo. As w…

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'A Movie Is No Better Than Its Smallest Part' | A Storied Hollywood Career (feat. Ed Zwick) 34:35

5M ago34:35

34:35

Director Ed Zwick joins the show to promote the release of his new memoir, “Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions: My Fortysomething Years in Hollywood.” His book is filled with incredible stories from across his career in the industry, and we dive right in. Check out his memoir: https://bookshop.org/p/books/hits-flops-and-other-illusions-my-fortysometh…

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'And I Just Punched Him' | Director Matthew Vaughn Talks Henry Cavill For Bond, 'Argylle' & More 1:30:15

5M ago1:30:15

1:30:15

Director Matthew Vaughn joins the show to discuss his new film “Argylle,” starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Henry Cavill, and John Cena. He gets into his competitive nature with Guy Ritchie, the potential of connecting his filmography under one cinematic universe, Henry Cavill for James Bond and so much more. An incredible guest who made …

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The Oscars Aren't A Competition 58:41

5M ago58:41

58:41

The Oscar Nominations celebrating the movies released in 2023 are finally here. The guys are in London for a junket (interview coming next week) and call in to discuss some of the major storylines following the announcement. Oppenheimer earned the most nominations, Poor Things, another film we’ve championed, surprised with the second most, and some…

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Ferrari, Godzilla Minus One, The Boy and the Heron, American Fiction, The Color Purple (and more!) 1:20:15

5M ago1:20:15

1:20:15

Welcome back for Part 2 of our catchup on the winter releases we missed while on vacation. We focus mostly on Ferrari, Michael Mann's first film in eight years. As well as Godzilla Minus One, The Boy and the Heron, American Fiction, The Color Purple, and The Zone of Interest, just to name a few! Show Notes: (Might be 30 seconds ahead due to ads!) 0…

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'Go Back To Your First Heart' - Director Celine Song On The Making Of 'Past Lives' 1:21:50

6M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

This week we are joined by Celine Song who made her feature directorial debut with Past Lives, a film that swept all of us away, and one that we are all championing through the awards season. In our illuminating chat, Celine details many of the lessons learned in her first feature film, and breaks down elements of her story and shot choices. She is…

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Dan Levy Interview | On Directing, 'Schitt's Creek,' 'Good Grief' & More 39:24

6M ago39:24

39:24

Dan Levy joins ReelBlend! The actor went in front and behind the camera for his feature directorial debut Good Grief. We discuss his approach to humor in a very dramatic story, training himself out of his Schitt’s Creek character, insane stories from on-location in France, and more. ReelBlend Premium Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, an…

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Jake Johnson Interview | Following The Funny, Spider-Verse 3, & His Debut Feature Film 1:03:51

6M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Jake Johnson is making feature directorial debut with his new movie “Self Reliance” hitting Hulu this week. He joins us for an extended chat on his process, what he wanted to accomplish with his first film knowing there’s no guarantee to make another, working with Anna Kendrick and his cast, and so much more. We are all huge fans of Jake Johnson’s …

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Maestro, May December, The Holdovers, Saltburn, Napoleon (and more) 1:04:24

6M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

And we're back. After the longest hiatus in Cinemaholics history (and unplanned), the movies didn't stop coming out just because we were away. So this week we catch up on some of the releases that came out while we were away. This is Part 1 of our overall conversation, which will continue with even more flicks in the near future (not five weeks fro…

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The Most Anticipated Movies Of 2024 1:18:26

6M ago1:18:26

1:18:26

2024 has arrived, and it’s time to look ahead at what’s on offer at theaters and on streamers in the coming months. Last year, "Dune Part 2" topped our list as our most anticipated movie of the year, and with its delay into March, it has a great shot of taking the cake yet again. What are your most anticipated movies of 2024? ReelBlend Premium Sign…

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Top 10 Movies Of 2023 1:52:01

7M ago1:52:01

1:52:01

2023 is coming to a close which means it’s that time of year for us to look back at a truly incredible year for cinema, and pick out our ten favorites from the bunch. It’s an impossible task, and if you ask us again next week we’ll likely have an all-new order. That said, we’ve spent the last few weeks catching up on last-minute contenders, rewatch…

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