Nothing But Reel Reviews & More

In this episode, we review Unforgiven (1992), winner of 4 Oscars and the last Best Picture winner to have absolutely no digital enhancement. This movie is a classic of the genre and one of Clint Eastwood's best movies, both as the director and the star. For our full thoughts, press play!

We're wrapping up our coin toss month (Thank God!) with Interview with the Vampire (1994). There's no way a vampire movie starring Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, and Antonio Banderas can be boring, right? listen in to find out!

If you've ever wanted us to review the worst movie ever made, you're in luck! Tune in to hear out thoughts on Twilight (2008). SPOILER ALERT: It's not good!

We've got a review of what many people consider to be the best action movie of the year, Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018). Not all of us feel that way though, so we need your help. Listen to the episode, then let us know your thoughts!

We're reviewing Sofia Coppola's indie classic, Lost in Translation (2003). This drama was a massive success, earning around $120 million on a $4 million budget and earning Bill Murray his lone Oscar nomination, but is its reputation earned? Press play to find out!

Shane lost his coin toss, so Aaron punished him by making him watch Only God Forgives (2013). The truth is, we were ALL punished, because Only God Forgives might be on of the most unenjoyable movies ever made. Press play to hear our full thoughts!

We've got a listener requested review for you in this episode. Aaron lost his coin toss, so Shane forced him to watch 8 Mile (2002). This movie is known for its soundtrack and its rap battles, especially the climax, but how is the rest of the movie? Press play to hear our thoughts!

Don't miss this review of Darren Aronofsky's newest movie, Mother! (2017). Aronofsky has a lot to say in this movie and, regardless of our enjoyment level, this is an incredibly unique and original movie that is sure to be a conversation starter. Mother! is available on Hulu, so watch it then press play to hear our thoughts.

We finally made it happen! We forced our resident Star Wars fan, Matt McNeal, to rewatch and discuss The Phantom Menace. Almost universally hated by Star Wars fans, this review could get REALLY ugly. Listen in to hear all the rants!

In this episode, we're bringing you a review of Battle Royale (2000), the violent, controversial, Japanese film. If you ever watched The Hunger Games (2012) and thought, "I wish this this movie was smarter, better made, and rated R", then look no further. Battle Royale is available now on Netflix, so watch it now and tune in to this episode to hear our thoughts!

In this episode, we're bringing you a review of Braven (2018). Jason Momoa brings his own brand of rugged manliness to this action movie that feels like a throwback to the 90s (especially Stallone's Cliffhanger (1993)). Listen in to hear our thoughts!

While you're relaxing after the holiday, enjoy our newest episode, a discussion of the nostalgic 80s adventure, Turbo Kid (2015). Turbo Kid is available to watch on Netflix and is one of the funnest movies we've seen recently. Watch the movie and listen to our episode for our full thoughts!

You don't want to miss this episode! There's no doubt First Blood is filled with great action. Does it use that action to explore timeless themes, or is it a missed opportunity that only scratches the surface of those themes? Things get a bit heated as we debate this iconic 80s action movie. Listen in and help us settle the debate by letting us know your thoughts!

Don't miss this episode reviewing Paul Vorhoeven's (Robocop) satirical science fiction masterpiece, Starship Troopers (1997). If you haven't seen this movie, stop what you're doing and make that happen, then click play to hear our thoughts!

We've got a review of a new release for you in this episode! Overlord (2018) is a WWII Nazi zombie/monster movie with an 81% on Rotten Tomatoes, AND it stars Kurt Russell's son, Wyatt. There's no way it isn't an absolute blast, right? Press play to find out.

Action month rolls on with this review of another classic, this time going all the way back to 1968's Bullitt. Starring Steve McQueen and featuring a groundbreaking car chase scene, Bullitt is a classic action movie. For our thoughts, press play!  

We're continuing Action Movie month with arguably the best action movie of the '90s, Speed. What's not to like about this movie? You've got Dennis Hopper as the villain, Keanu Reeves in the role that cemented him as an action star, and the always amazing Sandra Bullock! You don't want to miss this episode, so click play now!

Action month is here!!! Sorry horror fans, but your month is over (unless you request an action/horror movie) and it's time for action, starting with a discussion of Netflix's The Night Comes for Us (2018). Directed by Timo Tjahjanto (Headshot), this movie reunites the star of The Raid (2014), Iko Uwais and Joe Taslim, in a brutal, violent, action epic. Click play to hear our thoughts! 

For our last episode of this year's horror month, we're bringing you a discussion of Absentia (2011), the directing debut of Mike Flanagan (The Haunting of Hill House, Gerald's Game, Hush). This was made for only $70,000. Listen in to see if it's any good.

As our month of horror movies winds down, we're bringing you another discussion of a classic, this time A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984). We haven't been too kind to classics this month (see our Friday the 13th episode) or to director Wes Craven (see our The Hills Have Eyes episode). How do we feel about this one? Press play to find out.