The MovieFilm Podcast

Zaki Hasan & Brian Hall

Join film critic Zaki Hasan and television writer Brian Hall as they engage in hilarious and insightful conversations on all the latest out of Hollywood, including news, reviews, and interviews with some of the biggest names in movies!

  1. Ep. 337: Remembering Robert Duvall

    8H AGO

    Ep. 337: Remembering Robert Duvall

    In our latest episode we pay tribute to the legendary Robert Duvall, who passed away last week at age 96.  We also remember James Van Der Beek, Tom Noonan, and Eric Dane. Plus: the SCRUBS reboot, Tarzan talk, Listener Letters and more! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    1h 33m
  2. Commentary Track: Broken Arrow

    FEB 13

    Commentary Track: Broken Arrow

    (00:00:00) Kicking Off Our Commentary for John Woo's Broken Arrow (00:03:50) John Travolta's Choice to Play the Over-the-Top Villain (00:11:17) How 90s Action Movies Evolved and Memorable Supporting Actors (00:24:02) Christian Slater's Journey and On-Screen Chemistry with Samantha Mathis (00:31:27) Deakins' Theme and John Woo's Distinctive Cinematic Style (00:38:48) Analyzing Broken Arrow's Action, Pacing, and Critical Reception (00:54:47) From Pulp Fiction Revival to Character Actor Roles (01:03:19) Exploring the Villain's Lack of Motivation and Classic John Woo Tropes (01:19:17) Unpacking Casting Decisions and Production Insights for Broken Arrow (01:28:20) Analyzing the Climax and Broken Arrow's Place in 90s Action (01:47:42) Final Thoughts on the Movie and How to Connect with the Podcast For our latest commentary track we mark the 30th anniversary of '90s action pic BROKEN ARROW! Ain't it cool? Listen separately or watch along as we talk through director John Woo's first pairing with John Travolta for plenty of laughs, digressions, and behind-the-scenes stories! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    1h 51m
  3. Ep. 336: Send Help

    FEB 7

    Ep. 336: Send Help

    (00:00:00) Welcome to the Show: Time Flies and Tiramisu (00:02:15) Winter Olympics Sketch and Re-evaluating The Legend of Tarzan (00:06:23) Mixing Truth and Fiction in Film, Plus Kermit's New Voice (00:14:28) Mel Brooks, Chevy Chase, and a Secret Mall Apartment (00:26:12) Rose Byrne's Harrowing Performance in 'If I Had Legs' (00:32:17) Fan Mail: Defending Oscar and Robin Hood's Legacy (00:48:48) A Heartfelt Tribute to the Beloved Catherine O'Hara (00:57:06) Unpacking the Oscar Nominations and Online Reactions (01:03:07) Nostalgic Return to Jurassic Park in Xfinity Ad (01:07:21) Sam Raimi's 'Send Help': A Quirky, Fun Thriller (01:22:45) Deep Dive into 'Send Help' Plot Twists and Character Morality (01:37:41) Support the Show: Patreon, Socials, and Upcoming Projects This week we dive into a spoiler-filled discussion of director Sam Raimi’s chiller SEND HELP! Plus: unpacking the Oscar noms, remembering Catherine O’Hara, Listener Letters and more! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    1h 40m
  4. Ep. 335: Marvel’s Wonder Man

    JAN 30

    Ep. 335: Marvel’s Wonder Man

    (00:00:00) Podcast Intro, Patreon Bonus, and Wuthering Heights Book Club (00:07:24) Reviewing The RIP and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (00:25:48) Starfleet Academy and the Ever-Present Fandom Discourse (00:38:43) Listener Mail and Crafting Stories in the Star Wars Universe (00:51:53) First Look at Wonder Man and MCU's TV Strategy (01:04:32) Exploring Wonder Man's Buddy Dramedy and Grounded Themes (01:14:41) Deep Dive into Wonder Man's Spoilers and Emotional Twists (01:25:14) Wonder Man's Earned Ending and Podcast Wrap-Up (01:39:40) Final Thoughts, Listener Engagement, and Host Plugs In this week's show we unpack Marvel Studios' WONDER MAN, the delightful new miniseries now streaming on Disney+! Plus: recent watches, Listener Letters and much more! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    1h 42m
  5. Commentary Track: Thor: Ragnarok

    JAN 24

    Commentary Track: Thor: Ragnarok

    (00:00:00) Diving Back into Marvel's Infinity Saga with Thor: Ragnarok (00:07:39) How Taika Waititi Redefined Thor's Comedic Tone (00:18:36) Doctor Strange, Odin's Farewell, and Ragnarok's Visual Effects (00:28:09) The Complex Brotherhood and Hulk's Gladiator Origins (00:39:25) The 'Friend From Work' Moment and Hulk's Arrival (00:51:00) Exploring Hulk's Comic History and Bruce Banner's Tragic Dilemma (01:02:50) The Comedic Chemistry of Thor and Hulk, Plus MCU Contracts (01:16:14) Jeff Goldblum's Grandmaster and MCU's Franchise Dilemmas (01:33:32) The Evolution of Loki and Asgard's Ultimate Sacrifice (01:49:13) Witnessing Asgard's Destruction and Thor's Path to Kingship (02:07:09) Final Thoughts on Ragnarok and Anticipating the MCU's Next Chapter As we begin a yearlong countdown to AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY at the MovieFilm show, we dive back into the Infinity Saga for the MCU's 17th installment, 2017's THOR: RAGNAROK! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the Thunder God's threequel, pointing out plot points, behind-the-scenes stories and lots of laughts along the way! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    2h 18m
  6. Bonus Show: Masters of the Universe Trailer!

    JAN 24 · BONUS

    Bonus Show: Masters of the Universe Trailer!

    In this bonus show, get our thoughts on the just-released trailer for the big-budget MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE feature film coming this summer! Does it accurately capture our childhood? How will it play to the uninitiated? We tackle these questions and more! Plus: Thoughts on the upcoming STAR WARS series featuring Darth Maul, and Zaki's dream analysis!  Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    20 min
  7. Ep. 334: STAR WARS Under New Management!

    JAN 16

    Ep. 334: STAR WARS Under New Management!

    (00:00:00) From Dentist Chair to Podcast Mic: A Host's Dedication (00:04:06) Unpacking Sylvester Stallone's Unconventional Film Choices (00:11:38) A Pixar Visit Reveals 'All Out of Joy, Plenty of Anxiety' (00:16:12) Deep Dives: Beatles, Job Satire, and Life's Meditations (00:26:59) Exploring Divorce and Stand-Up in 'Is This Thing On?' (00:33:42) Bridging the Divide: Younger Generations and Classic Cinema (00:44:00) The Fading Legacies of 90s Comedy Stars (00:59:44) From Epic Sagas to Shia LaBeouf's Performance Art (01:03:08) The Shocking, Rejected Vampire Ending of 'Marty Supreme' (01:09:01) Galaxy's Edge Makeover & Lucasfilm's New Leadership (01:26:28) Gerard Butler's 'Greenland': A Surprisingly Compelling Disaster Film (01:38:32) Spoiler Discussion: 'Greenland 2' Repeats the Apocalypse (01:56:11) Final Thoughts, Listener Engagement, and Podcast Outro Lots to discuss in our first regular show of '26! STAR WARS: GALAXY'S EDGE gets a makeover! Lucasfilm is under new management! Plus: a spoiler-filled discussion of Gerard Butler's GREENLAND 2: MIGRATION, Listener Letters, Recent Releases, and much more! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    1h 60m
  8. Commentary Track: Tommy Boy

    JAN 10

    Commentary Track: Tommy Boy

    For our first commentary track of 2026 we take a fond look back at 1995's TOMMY BOY! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the gut-busting comedy classic starring SNL alums Chris Farley and David Spade, with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories and hilarious digressions!  Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

    1h 43m
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Join film critic Zaki Hasan and television writer Brian Hall as they engage in hilarious and insightful conversations on all the latest out of Hollywood, including news, reviews, and interviews with some of the biggest names in movies!

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  • Creator
    Zaki Hasan & Brian Hall
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2026
  • Episodes
    499
  • Rating
    Explicit
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