Cinema So Far

Cinema So Far Podcast
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Cinema So Far is a TV and film podcast where a group of friends and rotating guests discuss their favorite TV shows and movies. We talk about everything we loved, hated, or didn’t quite get… because let’s face it, we aren’t film critics. Every episode of Cinema So Far is filled with plenty of laughs… and a few hot takes. Each episode focuses on a specific show, movie, or theme , with structured discussion points, trivia, and games that keep the energy fun and unpredictable. Guests share wild opinions and too-honest reviews of what they just watched.

  1. 3d ago

    House of the Dragon S2E3 Breakdown | The Truth Comes Out (Review & Reaction)

    A secret meeting. A haunted castle. And somehow Criston Cole gets even more unbearable. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. This week, James, Sydni, and Travis break down House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 3 — "The Burning Mill." As the war between Team Black and Team Green begins spreading across Westeros, old feuds erupt into violence, battle lines are drawn, and both sides start making moves that could change the fate of the realm forever. In this episode, we discuss: The brutal opening battle that gives the episode its titleWhy ancient rivalries are fueling the Dance of the DragonsThe aftermath of Blood & Cheese and its growing impact across the realmCriston Cole's disastrous leadership and questionable promotionAegon's growing ego and his desire to prove himself in battleDaemon's arrival at the legendary HarrenhalThe eerie visions, prophecies, and mysteries surrounding the cursed castleWhy Harrenhal might be one of the coolest locations in WesterosThe White Worm's growing influence on Team BlackThe importance of the dragon eggs and their connection to Game of ThronesBaela's dragon-riding mission and some incredible dragon visualsThe tension inside both war councilsAemond's surprisingly vulnerable momentsThe shocking secret meeting between Rhaenyra and AlicentThe truth behind King Viserys' final words and the misunderstanding that helped start a warWe also debate one of the biggest revelations of the season so far: 🔥 What happens when both sides finally realize the war started over a misunderstanding... but it's already too late to stop? By the end of the episode, Rhaenyra finally gets the answer she's been searching for, but the tragedy is that the truth may not matter anymore. The dragons are mobilizing. The armies are marching. And peace is slipping further away. 👉 Drop a comment below: If you were Rhaenyra, would you have trusted Alicent enough to sneak into King's Landing and meet her face-to-face? And after Episode 3... Are you Team Black, Team Green, or just Team Harrenhal at this point? If you're enjoying the journey, be sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 as we build toward Season 3, with new episodes every week. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions⭐ Listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app? Leave us a 5-star review — it helps the show more than you know. #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #TheBurningMill #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #CinemaSoFar

    58 min

  2. 4d ago

    House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 Breakdown | HOTD S2E2 (Review & Reaction)

    A child is dead. The realm wants revenge. And somehow… Criston Cole gets even worse. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. This week, James, Sydni, and Travis break down House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 2 — "Rhaenyra the Cruel." After the shocking events of the Season 2 premiere, both Team Black and Team Green are forced to deal with the fallout of Blood & Cheese, and the war begins taking a devastating toll on everyone involved. In this episode, we discuss: The aftermath of the Blood & Cheese incidentWhy Otto Hightower immediately turns tragedy into political strategyAegon's explosive reaction and his worst decision yetThe horrifying funeral procession through King's LandingWhy Sydni has officially abandoned Team GreenAlicent's growing guilt and her complicated relationship with Criston ColeCriston Cole somehow becoming even more hateableThe emotional confrontation between Rhaenyra and DaemonWhether Daemon intended for events to spiral this far out of controlThe growing divide inside both Team Black and Team GreenThe introduction of more smallfolk perspectives and why they matterThe incredible Arryk vs. Erryk Cargyll duelOne of the most emotional and tragic endings of the series so farWe also dive into one of the biggest themes of the episode: 🔥 The people making decisions aren't the ones paying the price. From innocent rat catchers to grieving families to the smallfolk caught in the middle, the consequences of this war are starting to spread far beyond the Targaryens. And while dragons haven't started burning cities yet, the emotional damage is already everywhere. 👉 Drop a comment below: Who is more responsible for Blood & Cheese — Daemon, Criston Cole, or Otto Hightower? And after Episode 2... Are you Team Black, Team Green, or Team Nobody? If you're enjoying the journey, be sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 as we build toward Season 3, with new episodes every week. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions⭐ Listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app? Leave us a 5-star review — it helps the show more than you know. #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #RhaenyraTheCruel #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #CinemaSoFar

    1h 2m

  3. 6d ago

    House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 Breakdown (HOTD Review & Reaction)

    A son has been lost. A kingdom is preparing for war. And revenge has officially entered the chat. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. This week, James, Sydni, and Travis kick off House of the Dragon Season 2 with Episode 1, "A Son for a Son." Picking up immediately after the devastating Season 1 finale, Westeros is reeling from the death of Lucerys Velaryon, and both Team Black and Team Green are preparing for the conflict that's been brewing since the very beginning. In this episode, we discuss: The incredible return to Winterfell and the WallJacaerys' mission to secure support from the NorthWhat "Winter is Coming" means during the time of House TargaryenRhaenyra's heartbreaking search for proof of Luke's fateThe emotional funeral and memorial scenes on DragonstoneWhy Rhaenyra's grief may be turning into something much more dangerousAegon's early days as king and whether he might surprise usOtto Hightower's continued influence behind the throneAemond's growing reputation after Storm's EndThe increasingly complicated relationship between Alicent and Criston ColeDaemon's controversial plan for revengeThe shocking "Blood and Cheese" sequenceWhy the ending completely changes the stakes of the warWe also debate whether Aegon has the potential to become a better king than expected, whether Daemon's actions went too far, and why the opening episode does such a great job setting the stage for the chaos to come. While this episode spends a lot of time dealing with the fallout from Season 1, it also makes one thing crystal clear: 🔥 The Dance of the Dragons has officially begun. And if Episode 1 is any indication, Season 2 is not pulling any punches. 👉 Drop a comment below: Who do you blame more for the ending — Daemon, Blood & Cheese, or the larger war itself? And after this episode, are you Team Black or Team Green? If you're enjoying the journey, be sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 as we build toward Season 3, with new episodes every week. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions⭐ Listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app? Leave us a 5-star review — it helps the show grow and reach more fellow fantasy fans. #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #ASonForASon #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #CinemaSoFar

    30 min

  4. 6d ago

    House of the Dragon Finale Breakdown | The War Begins (HOTD S1E10 Review & Reaction)

    A prince is dead. A dragon is unleashed. And the war has officially begun. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. This week, James, Sydni, and Travis break down the Season 1 finale of House of the Dragon — Episode 10, "The Black Queen." After the shocking events of Episode 9, Rhaenyra learns that King Viserys is dead, Aegon has been crowned king, and the Greens have seized control of King's Landing. What follows is one of the most emotional, tense, and devastating episodes of the entire season. In this episode, we discuss: Rhaenyra's heartbreaking reaction to Viserys' deathThe tragic stillbirth that changes everythingWhy Rhaenyra continues to prove she'd be a different ruler than DaemonDaemon's push for immediate war and dragonfireThe return of Corlys Velaryon and House Velaryon's crucial decisionThe symbolism behind Rhaenyra finally being crownedOtto Hightower's dangerous peace termsThe emotional conflict between duty, inheritance, and legitimacyThe growing dragon advantage on Team Black's sideAemond's rise as one of the most intimidating characters in the seriesThe terrifying Storm's End sequenceVhagar vs. Arrax and the moment that changes Westeros foreverWe also debate whether Aemond truly meant for things to go as far as they did, whether dragons can ever truly be controlled, and why this finale completely changes the future of the realm. The final scene left us speechless. That look on Rhaenyra's face says everything. 🔥 Team Black and Team Green are no longer playing politics. The Dance of the Dragons has officially begun. 👉 Drop a comment below: Did Aemond mean to kill Lucerys? And where do you stand after the Season 1 finale: Team Black or Team Green? If you're enjoying the journey, be sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 as we build toward Season 3, with new episodes every week. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions⭐ If you're listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app, don't forget to leave a 5-star review. It helps the show more than you know. #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #TheBlackQueen #TeamBlack #CinemaSoFar #HOTDSeasonFinale

    1h 14m

  5. Jun 14

    House of the Dragon Episode 9 Breakdown | The Greens Make Their Move (HOTD S1E9 Review & Reaction)

    The king is dead... and King's Landing descends into absolute chaos. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. This week, James, Sydni, and Travis break down House of the Dragon Season 1, Episode 9 — "The Green Council." For the first time all season, we see the story almost entirely from the Green perspective as Alicent, Otto, and the Small Council scramble to seize control of the realm before Rhaenyra learns what's happened. In this episode, we discuss: King Viserys' death and the immediate power struggle that followsWhether Alicent truly believes Viserys changed his mind on his deathbedThe shocking reveal that Otto and the Green Council have been planning this for yearsWhy Aegon doesn't even seem to want the throneThe race through King's Landing to find Aegon before someone else doesAemond's growing power and why he might be a better ruler than his brotherCriston Cole's transformation into one of the show's most controversial charactersThe disturbing child fighting pits beneath the cityLarys Strong somehow becoming even creepier than beforeThe coronation of Aegon II TargaryenRhaenys' unforgettable entrance with MeleysWhy the episode leaves us with more questions than answers heading into the Season 1 finaleWe also debate one of the biggest questions in the entire series: Should Aegon be king simply because he's the king's firstborn son, or should Viserys' original choice of Rhaenyra still stand? As always, expect plenty of first-time watcher reactions, theories, confusion, lore discussions, and a few side quests into Renaissance Faire adventures along the way. 👉 Drop a comment below: Team Black or Team Green? And did Rhaenys make the right choice by not ending the war before it started? If you're enjoying the journey, be sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 as we build toward Season 3, and trust us—the finale is going to be wild. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions#HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #TheGreenCouncil #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #CinemaSoFar

    54 min

  6. Jun 11

    House of the Dragon Episode 8 Breakdown | Viserys' Final Stand (HOTD S1E8 Review & Reaction)

    King Viserys can barely walk… but somehow he delivers one of the most powerful moments in the entire series. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. This week, James, Sydni, and Travis break down House of the Dragon Season 1, Episode 8 — "The Lord of the Tides." After another major time jump, the battle over Driftmark's succession reaches a boiling point, old grudges resurface, and Viserys makes one final attempt to hold his family together before everything falls apart. In this episode, we discuss: Why King Viserys' walk to the Iron Throne might be the best scene of the seasonThe shocking petition over Driftmark and Daemon's brutal responseWhether Alicent is genuinely compassionate or secretly playing the long gameThe disturbing situation involving Aegon and the servant DianaWhy Aemond continues to be one of the most fascinating characters on the showThe incredible casting throughout the series and another major time jumpThe emotional family dinner that almost brought everyone togetherDaemon and Rhaenyra's return to King's LandingThe symbolism behind Viserys' final appearanceThe massive misunderstanding during the episode's final momentsWe also debate whether Alicent deserves more sympathy than she's getting, why Viserys remains one of the most tragic characters in the Game of Thrones universe, and whether Team Green or Team Black actually has the stronger claim. This episode is less about dragons and battles and more about politics, family, succession, and the heartbreaking consequences of a dying king trying to keep the peace. 👉 Drop a comment and let us know: Did Viserys' final dinner speech actually change anything? And where do you stand now—Team Black or Team Green? If you're enjoying the journey, be sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 as we build toward Season 3, with new episodes every week. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions#HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #LordOfTheTides #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #CinemaSoFar

    1h 1m

  7. Jun 8

    House of the Dragon Episode 7 Breakdown | Team Black or Team Green? (HOTD S1E7 Review & Reaction)

    A dragon is claimed. An eye is lost. A family completely falls apart. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. This week, James and Sydni break down House of the Dragon Season 1, Episode 7 — "Driftmark", and for the first time all season, we might not be on the same side anymore. After the funeral of Laena Velaryon, tensions between the Blacks and Greens finally explode. Aemond claims the largest dragon in the world, a brutal fight breaks out between the children, Alicent reaches her breaking point, and Daemon and Rhaenyra's relationship takes a major turn. In this episode, we discuss: Why Aemond claiming Vhagar may be the biggest moment of the season so farThe chaotic fight between the children and the loss of Aemond's eyeWhether Alicent was justified in finally snappingWhy Sydni is starting to side with Team GreenDaemon and Rhaenyra's long-awaited relationshipThe fallout from Laena's funeralOtto Hightower's return as Hand of the KingThe growing divide between the familiesThe shocking plan involving Laenor VelaryonWhy this episode feels like the true beginning of the Dance of the DragonsWe also debate who was actually in the right, whether Rhaenyra has pushed her privilege too far, and why this episode feels like Westeros' version of a royal Jerry Springer episode. If you're watching House of the Dragon for the first time, doing a rewatch before Season 3, or just looking for fellow fans to obsess over every dragon, betrayal, and family feud, you've found your people. 👉 Drop a comment and let us know: Team Black or Team Green? We genuinely want to know where you stand after Episode 7. And if you're enjoying the journey, like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 as we build toward Season 3, with new episodes every week. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions#HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #Driftmark #TeamBlack #TeamGreen #CinemaSoFar

    38 min

  8. Jun 1

    House of the Dragon S1E6 - 'The Princess and the Queen' - REACTION & REVIEW

    A 10-year time jump, new actors, new dragons… and somehow the family drama gets even messier. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. In this episode, James and Sydni break down House of the Dragon Season 1, Episode 6 — "The Princess and the Queen." After a major time jump, we're introduced to older versions of Rhaenyra and Alicent, a new generation of Targaryen children, and a growing conflict that's becoming impossible to ignore. We dive into: The massive 10-year time jump and the recasting of key charactersWhy the new versions of Rhaenyra and Alicent work so wellThe obvious questions surrounding Rhaenyra's childrenKing Viserys' shocking condition and how much worse he's becomeThe escalating tension between Alicent's children and Rhaenyra's familyDaemon and Laena's life in PentosLaena's unforgettable and heartbreaking final sceneNew dragon lore and what we learned inside the DragonpitThe growing importance of Aemond TargaryenHarwin Strong's downfall and departure from King's LandingThe reveal of just how dangerous Larys Strong really isOur predictions for where the season goes nextThis episode feels like the moment House of the Dragon fully shifts into the next generation of the story, and the political tension is finally starting to boil over. If you're into Game of Thrones lore, House of the Dragon theories, dragons, HBO fantasy, and deep-dive episode breakdowns, you're in the right place. 👉 Like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your thoughts on Episode 6. What was the biggest moment of the episode for you? Laena's fate? Larys Strong's betrayal? Or the growing feud between Alicent and Rhaenyra? We're covering every episode of House of the Dragon Seasons 1 & 2 leading up to Season 3 on HBO Max, so be sure to follow along with us each week. 🎧 Also on the channel: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverageFallout breakdownsWeekly movie & TV discussions#HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #ThePrincessAndTheQueen #GameOfThrones #CinemaSoFar #HOTDEpisode6

    48 min
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Cinema So Far is a TV and film podcast where a group of friends and rotating guests discuss their favorite TV shows and movies. We talk about everything we loved, hated, or didn’t quite get… because let’s face it, we aren’t film critics. Every episode of Cinema So Far is filled with plenty of laughs… and a few hot takes. Each episode focuses on a specific show, movie, or theme , with structured discussion points, trivia, and games that keep the energy fun and unpredictable. Guests share wild opinions and too-honest reviews of what they just watched.

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    Cinema So Far Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
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