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Director Robert Rodriguez returns! We discuss the latest entry in the Spy Kids franchise (now on Netflix) and the filmmaking process as a family. He takes us through some stories from behind the scenes, being inspired by the next generation of filmmakers, and shares a few gems from around his office. 
Also this week, we are bringing the Oscars In Review segment into the main show for the first time. We look back at the 2003 Oscars, celebrating films released in 2002, and debate whether or not the Academy got it right. They usually don't...
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Timestamps (approx. only)00:00:00 - Intro 
00:12:11 - Robert Rodriguez Interview
00:34:14 - ‘No One Will Save You’ Review
00:43:03 - The 2003 Oscars In Review
01:22:44 - Outro 


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The director of ‘Dumb Money,’ Craig Gillespie, joins the show to tell the true story of a fringe group taking on Wall street by backing GameStop. He tells us stories about the stellar cast that includes Paul Dano, Seth Rogen, Shailene Woodley, Pete Davidson and much, much more. 
Also, Sean is back from TIFF, and boy oh boy was this a weird year. The boys discuss Nicolas Cage’s offering ‘Dream Scenario,’ and how the A24 role is the iconic actor at his wildest. Not to mention, Chris Pine and Anna Kendrick screened their directorial debuts. Find out which one was brilliant, and which one was terrible.
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Timestamps (approx. only)00:00 - Intro.
06:11 - ‘Dumb Money’ Review and Reaction
10:45 - Craig Gillespie ‘Dumb Money’ Interview
33:00 - ’A Haunting In Venice’ Review
44:20 - Sean’s TIFF 2023 Debrief
1:24:28 - What TIFF Movie Are you Most Excited For/Why Do You Think People Hate Nickelback?


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The fall festival season is now in full swing. Some of the year’s most anticipated indies and Oscars hopefuls are being screened across the globe for participated press members and attendees so let’s take a look at some of the early reactions, measure our own anticipation, and officially kick off our awards coverage. Yes, it is too early, but why not? The year has already given us a few great films that are sure to carry through the race including Barbie and Oppenheimer, but there are plenty more coming our way soon. 
Sean himself is headed to TIFF. He has a full slate of films to screen and takes a moment to give us a preview before he heads up to Toronto. We also take a slight detour to discuss Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concert film coming to AMC Theatres before diving into our Oscars chat!
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Timestamps (approx. only)00:00:00 - Intro 
00:04:28 - TIFF 2023 Preview
00:11:43 - Taylor Swift | The Era’s Tour Taking Over
00:17:49 - TIFF Preview Continued 
00:22:07 - It’s Too Early To Talk About The Oscars…
00:56:33 - Outro


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The great Denzel Washington is returning to theaters with "The Equalizer 3." So we are taking on the impossible task of ranking his best performances from across his remarkable career. But that’s not all. We want to see your list. Write in and let us know how you would rank Denzel Washington’s top 5 roles, and why. 
Also this week, we discuss "Dune: Part Two" getting delayed into 2024, and what that means for theatrical moviegoing through the rest of the year, including Martin Scorsese’s "Killers of the Flower Moon" moving to a full theatrical release. We also react to our first teaser for David Fincher’s "The Killer" starring Michael Fassbender, two of our most anticipated films of the year. 
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Timestamps (approx. only)00:00:00 - Intro 
00:06:53 - ‘Dune Part II’ Delayed To 2024
00:23:46 - ‘The Killer’ Trailer Reaction
00:34:52 - Top 5 Denzel Washington Roles
01:12:59 - Outro


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Rosario Dawson is returning to the role of Ahsoka for Dave Fillon’s new Disney+ series! The ReelBlend boys discuss their surprising reaction to the first few episodes of ‘Ahsoka.’
They also review ‘Gran Turismo,’ and welcome director Peter Berg to the show on behalf of his new Netflix show ‘Painkiller’ starring Matthew Broderick. Berg delves into his impressive catalog, and this is not one to miss. 
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Timestamps (approx. only)00:00 - Intro.
07:36 - Peter Berg Interview
39:00 - Peter Berg and ‘Painkiller’ Reactions
50:34 - ‘Ashoka’ First Two Episodes Reactions
58:55 - Sean Dishes On Zack Snyder’s ‘Rebel Moon’
1:03:05 - National Cinema Day Is Coming!
1:06:20 - ‘Gran Turismo’ Reactions
1:21:10 - What Video Game Deserves A Film Adaptation?


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2023’s remaining movie slate is still packed with highly anticipated titles hitting both theaters and streaming. On this week’s show, we take a look at a few of our favorites from Dune Part II, to Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon, to Rebel Moon from Zack Snyder and more. 
What movie are you most looking forward to before the end of the year? Let us know in the comments. 
Also this week, Talk To Me directors Danny and Michael Philipou join us to discuss their hit new horror film from A24, and we review DC's Blue Beetle.
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Timestamps (approx. only)00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:28 - Talk To Me Directors, Danny & Michael Philipou Interview00:24:56 - Blue Beetle Review00:35:48 - 2023 Fall Movie Preview01:15:53 - Outro

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