Film Optix

Christian Eulinberg and Devin Agnello

Your weekly dose of cinematic exploration. Whether you're a seasoned film critic or a casual movie enthusiast, join us as we delve into the world of blockbusters, indies, and everything in between. Get ready for insightful discussions, diverse perspectives, and a captivating journey through the diverse landscape of cinema.

  1. Wolf Man (2025) Review: Fangs, Fury, and Flaws

    JAN 24

    Wolf Man (2025) Review: Fangs, Fury, and Flaws

    Send us a text Christian and Devin usher in 2025 with their first film review of the year. Tune in as they delve into Leigh Whannell's Wolf Man. From Blumhouse and visionary writer-director Leigh Whannell, the creators of the chilling modern monster tale The Invisible Man, comes a terrifying new lupine nightmare: Wolf Man. Golden Globe nominee Christopher Abbott (Poor Things, It Comes at Night) stars as Blake, a San Francisco husband and father, who inherits his remote childhood home in rural Oregon after his own father vanishes and is presumed dead. With his marriage to his high-powered wife, Charlotte (Emmy winner Julia Garner; Ozark, Inventing Anna), fraying, Blake persuades Charlotte to take a break from the city and visit the property with their young daughter, Ginger (Matlida Firth; Hullraisers, Coma). But as the family approaches the farmhouse in the dead of night, they're attacked by an unseen animal and, in a desperate escape, barricade themselves inside the home as the creature prowls the perimeter. As the night stretches on, however, Blake begins to behave strangely, transforming into something unrecognizable, and Charlotte will be forced to decide whether the terror within their house is more lethal than the danger without. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Wolf Man Spoiler Free Breakdown (07:03)Final Thoughts and Ratings (22:40)Coming Up Next / Closing  (26:27)Support the show Contact Film Optix Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast and Spotify on your podcast platform of choice! Email us at filmoptix@gmail.com Tweet at us @FilmOptix Follow us @Film Optix on Instagram Follow us on Letterboxd Visit our Website Thank you for listening!!!

    28 min
  2. 'Wicked' Soars as a Spellbinding Adaptation of the Beloved Tale

    11/21/2024

    'Wicked' Soars as a Spellbinding Adaptation of the Beloved Tale

    Send us a text Christian and Amanda dive into a discussion of the highly anticipated Wicked movie, exploring its magical world, standout performances, and how it brings the beloved story to life on the big screen. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway's The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda's unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba's determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Wicked Spoiler Free Section  (15:14)Wicked Spoilers Ahead! (32:33)Final Thoughts and Ratings (54:24)Where to find Amanda (58:04)Coming Up Next / Closing  (01:00:26) Amanda's Outlets: YOUTUBE BLUE SKYTWITTERTHREADSFILM WEBSITESupport the show Contact Film Optix Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast and Spotify on your podcast platform of choice! Email us at filmoptix@gmail.com Tweet at us @FilmOptix Follow us @Film Optix on Instagram Follow us on Letterboxd Visit our Website Thank you for listening!!!

    1h 5m
5
out of 5
55 Ratings

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Your weekly dose of cinematic exploration. Whether you're a seasoned film critic or a casual movie enthusiast, join us as we delve into the world of blockbusters, indies, and everything in between. Get ready for insightful discussions, diverse perspectives, and a captivating journey through the diverse landscape of cinema.