The Cinematic Schematic

The Cinematropolis

The Cinematic Schematic is a podcast dedicated to thoughtful, analysis-driven conversations on genre, independent and classic films from thecinematropolis.com. Hosted by Caleb Masters, Laron Chapman, and a rotating cast of filmmakers, critics, and special guests, this podcast takes you through some of the most prominent themes and conversations occurring in cinema each month.

  1. ‘Mortal Kombat II’ Redeems a Long Line of Fatalities | Mini-Review

    23 HRS AGO

    ‘Mortal Kombat II’ Redeems a Long Line of Fatalities | Mini-Review

    Caleb Masters returns to NetherRealm to review director Simon McQuoid and writer Jeremy Slater's Mortal Kombat II. The post ‘Mortal Kombat II’ Redeems a Long Line of Fatalities – Mini-Review appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    2 min
  2. 'Man Eating P****' Prepares to Mesmerize SIFF 2026 | Interview

    2 DAYS AGO

    'Man Eating P****' Prepares to Mesmerize SIFF 2026 | Interview

    Man Eating P**** writer/director Lee Lawson and production designer Ashley Frederick talk with The Cinematic Schematic host Caleb Masters ahead of their May 9th SIFF 2026 showtime. The post ‘Man Eating P****’ Prepares to Mesmerize SIFF 2026 appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    29 min
  3. 2026 Summer Movie Preview | Bonus Episode

    3 DAYS AGO

    2026 Summer Movie Preview | Bonus Episode

    The Cinematic Schematic takes a sneak peek at the 2026 summer movie lineup, including Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and Toy Story 5. The post The 2026 Summer Movie Preview: Is Blockbuster Season Finally Back? appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    1hr 4min
  4. ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Is Harmless Fun

    29 APR

    ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Is Harmless Fun

    Caleb Masters reviews the surprise sequel to the fondly remembered workplace dramedy, The Devil Wears Prada 2 ahead of its theatrical release on Friday, May 1st. The post ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Is Harmless Fun appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    2 min
  5. 'Michael' Review

    29 APR

    'Michael' Review

    In this week's episode of The Cinematic Schematic, hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman break down 'Michael' and the discourse surrounding it to render a verdict on the second biggest box office hit of 2026 so far. What does 'Michael' get right, wrong, or leave out entirely? Tune in to get our verdicts. The post ‘Michael’ Builds the Myth by Erasing the Man appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    1hr 26min
  6. 'The Drama’ Review and SXSW Highlights with Alexandra Bohannon and Daniel Bokemper

    15 APR

    'The Drama’ Review and SXSW Highlights with Alexandra Bohannon and Daniel Bokemper

    The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masteres and Laron Chapman are joined by LUXIERE's Alexandra Bohannon, and The Cinematropolis contributor Daniel Bokemper to review writer/director Kristoffer Borgli's new film, The Drama, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. Bohannon also shares her highlights from SXSW 2026 including Edie Arnold is a Loser, Amy Scott's upcoming documentary Lainey Wilson: Keepin' Country Cool, and Normal starring Bob Odenkirk. The post ‘The Drama’ Is a Provocative but Necessary Conversation Starter appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    2h 37m
  7. 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Is A Big Nostalgia Sugar Bomb | Mini-Review

    1 APR

    'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Is A Big Nostalgia Sugar Bomb | Mini-Review

    Caleb Masters confronts his Nintendo fandom to review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in this bonus episode of The Cinematic Schematic. The post ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Is A Big Nostalgia Sugar Bomb appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    3 min
  8. 'Project Hail Mary' Review with Former NASA Social's Stephanie L. Smith

    31 MAR

    'Project Hail Mary' Review with Former NASA Social's Stephanie L. Smith

    The Cinematic Schematic reviews the first major box office hit of 2026, Project Hail Mary. NASA's former head of social media, Stephanie L. Smith, and recent Ghostface attack survivor, Brock Lay, join hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman to dive into Andy Weir's latest big screen adaptation. The post ‘Project Hail Mary’ Believes There Is Still Hope for Mankind appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

    1hr 59min
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About

The Cinematic Schematic is a podcast dedicated to thoughtful, analysis-driven conversations on genre, independent and classic films from thecinematropolis.com. Hosted by Caleb Masters, Laron Chapman, and a rotating cast of filmmakers, critics, and special guests, this podcast takes you through some of the most prominent themes and conversations occurring in cinema each month.

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  • Creator
    The Cinematropolis
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    272
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © The Cinematropolis
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    The Cinematic Schematic

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