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The Editor in Chief of CinemaNerdz.com, Mike Tyrkus has been a writer/editor specializing in cinema studies since he began reviewing films in 1991. He was a member of the Detroit Film Critics Society, as well as the group's webmaster and one-time President. His contributions to film criticism can be found in: Magill's Cinema Annual, VideoHound's Golden Movie Retriever (of which he was the editor), the International Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers, and the St. James Film Directors Encyclop ...
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus exclaims that while some aspects of Despicable Me 4 were handled more effectively in previous installments, the spirit of the film makes it a worthy addition to the series. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Despicable Me 4! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.s…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that as far as sequels go, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F is not one of those that surpasses the original. But, it does regain the charm of the original film. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that although A Quiet Place: Day One somehow manages to successfully take its place alongside both earlier entries in the series as a superb horror film in its own right. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of A Quiet Place: Day One! --- Support this podcast: https://po…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that although it has its share of shining moments and thought-provoking sequences, Kinds of Kindness is ultimately a letdown following the triumph of Poor Things. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Kinds of Kindness! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus announces that the artistry and beauty with which the story here is woven and then spun, makes The Bikeriders a singular piece of cinematic excellence. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Bikeriders here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus exclaims that the new Disney/Pixar film – Inside Out 2 – has the distinction of being one of those rare sequels that equals – and in some ways – surpasses the original. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Inside Out 2 here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that although Back to Black may not prove to be the tell-all biography of Amy Winehouse that many may expect, it is a lovingly told story of a talented woman. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Back to Black! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus suspects that perhaps a heavier-than-expected narrative may turn some off of IF, but it is one of those rare family films that explores exactly what it means to be such. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of IF! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s…
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Episode 76: “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes”
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus declares that Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has injected the franchise with a new purpose and zest that portends perhaps even better entries to come in the future. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes! --- Support this podcast: https:/…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that the nostalgic and non-ironic adaptation of the television series The Fall Guy allows the film to stand on its own apart from its namesake property. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Fall Guy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that while some may contest whether his new film – Challengers – is director Luca Guadagnino’s best, it is undeniable that this is, simply put, a great film. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Challengers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus asserts that, as do many other successful horror films, Abigail promises one narrative trope only to trip up the audience with a remarkably entertaining adventure yarn. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Abigail! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…
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Episode 72: “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare”
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that as far as period piece spy thrillers go, director Guy Ritchie’s The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare stands near the top of the genre. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that as far as directorial debuts go, there are only a handful of films that may be as well respected by history as Dev Patel’s work with Monkey Man. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Monkey Man! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/c…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus claims that despite being a mystery without an overly complicated mystery to solve, Wicked Little Letters turns out to be a rather entertaining frolic of a film. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Wicked Little Letters! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus acknowledges that Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is a welcome addition to the franchise and one that perhaps bodes well for future installments. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show…
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Episode 68: “The American Society of Magical Negroes”
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that Kobi Libii's The American Society of Magical Negroes is a film with a purpose as well as sound and earnest intentions that make it more powerful than not. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The American Society of Magical Negroes! --- Support this podcast: ht…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus finds the documentary Frida to be an honest and lovingly constructed film that brings to the forefront the far-reaching influence of Kahlo and her work. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Frida! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinemanerd…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus claims that the story of asserts that redemption and family at the heart of Arthur the King easily makes it one of the best family films of the year. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Arthur the King! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cin…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus asserts that although Kung Fu Panda 4 may not be one of the worst animated films ever made, it is certainly the least enjoyable and entertaining film in the series. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Kung Fu Panda 4! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus insists that Not only is Dune: Part Two even more compelling and beautiful than the first installment, it also makes the third film in the series a must-see event. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Dune: Part Two! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus declares that Drive-Away Dolls may not mirror other films from the Coen Brothers, but it is an extremely entertaining and rewarding piece from an unapologetic filmmaker. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Drive-Away Dolls! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that the latest film about a musician – Bob Marley: One Love – ultimately plays out more as a celebration of Bob Marley than as a “warts-and-all" biography. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Bob Marley: One Love! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus declares that The Teachers' Lounge displays a profound depth of the story and sweeping breadth of the conflicts within that makes it one of the best films of the year. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Teachers' Lounge! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.s…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus asserts that The Underdoggs is essentially a "comfort" movie that is neither provocative nor notable, but instead entertains just enough to get by. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Underdoggs! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinema…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus suggests that the disappointing mediocrity of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom may have set a new low for the DCECU that it is unlikely to climb out of at any point soon. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom! --- Support this podcast: https://podca…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that director Ridley Scott's film Napoleon makes for a far more sweeping tale of tragedy and romance than has been attempted before with regards to the story. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Napoleon! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s…
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Episode 57: “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes”
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes ultimately becomes something far more deadly than anything found within the games themselves – unnecessary. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes! --- Support t…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that Thanksgiving proves to be a plodding and thoroughly unenjoyable assault on an audience that may ultimately wish it had opted to stay home and eat leftovers. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Thanksgiving! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus asserts that Sofia Coppola's new film Priscilla may ultimately be the best, and is certainly the latest, great film from a talented and gifted filmmaker. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Priscilla! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinem…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus claims that while it may be more horror than anything else, there is more at work in Five Nights at Freddy’s than not, making it the best Blumhouse offering to date. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Five Nights at Freddy’s! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that Stop Making Sense, which recently enjoyed its 40th anniversary, prompting a reissue of the film, is considered by many to be the greatest concert film ever made. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Stop Making Sense here! --- Support this podcast: https://podc…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that Landscape with Invisible Hand proves to be a significant achievement in the genre in that it is more powerful and poetic than many other sci-fi films. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Landscape with Invisible Hand here! --- Support this podcast: https://pod…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus claims that Strays is ultimately an endearing portrayal of the kind of lasting friendships forged in the face of real adversity – albeit with more swears. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Strays here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ci…
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Episode 50: “The Last Voyage of the Demeter”
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that The Last Voyage of the Demeter ultimately fails to deliver on its promise of classic tale of gothic horror. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Last Voyage of the Demeter here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinemanerdz/s…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that in a summer movie season that has provided very little in terms of memorable entertainment, Greta Gerwig's Barbie proves an undeniable triumph. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Barbie here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cin…
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Episode 48: Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus claims that Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One may perhaps be the best offering in the series since the impossible missions first began. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One here --- Support this podcast: https://pod…
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Episode 47: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny manages to recapture the spirit of the first three films and serve as a fitting sendoff for the now legendary character. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny here --- Support this podcast…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus claims that as far as feature debuts go, writer/director Celine Song's Past Lives suggests that a singular talent has arrived and that the audience should take notice. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Past Lives here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that even though The Flash plays a bit long, the film delivers an entertaining and sometimes satisfying entry to the cannon of the DC Extended Cinematic Universe. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Flash here --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus laments that despite the many problems facing Book Club: The Next Chapter, there is a decent film to be had here, but this current incarnation is not that film. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Book Club: The Next Chapter here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcast…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that the latest film in the series, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, is ultimately more of the best elements of the formula that proved so successful in previous entries. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 here! --- Support this podca…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus states that although it may not play as a straight-forward horror film nor as a strict comedy, Renfield does deliver enough entertainment to be successful in both genres. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Renfield here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus laments that given the success of its namesake, it is discouraging that Shazam! Fury of the Gods is equally, if not more, disappointing than previous entries of the DCECU. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Shazam! Fury of the Gods here! --- Support this podcast: https:/…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus says that, anchored by a strong lead performance from Willem Dafoe, director Vasilis Katsoupis’ Inside proves to be an engaging and engrossing thriller. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Inisde here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cine…
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus talks about Idris Elba's return as DCI John Luther in Luther: The Fallen Sun, reprising the role he played in twenty-one episodes of the BBC TV series from 2010-19. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Luther: The Fallen Sun here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcaste…
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Episode 38: Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
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In this episode of CinemaNerdz: The Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Mike Tyrkus opines that the camaraderie and all-out good time being enjoyed throughout Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania speaks to the enterprise having its heart in the right place. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania here! --- Support this podcast:…
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80 for Brady proves to be a remarkably charming and endearing piece thanks in large part to the ensemble of fine actresses assembled for this road trip. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of 80 for Brady here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinemanerdz/support
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The Son is buoyed by an effective turn from Hugh Jackman as a father who, in echoing the failures of his own father, effectively dooms his own son as well. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of The Son here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinemanerdz/support
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Not only is Avatar: The Way of Water a striking piece of work, but it is also perhaps the pinnacle of James Cameron’s career. Check out the full CinemaNerdz review of Avatar: The Way of Water here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cinemanerdz/support
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