Cinema So Far

Cinema So Far Podcast

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 S1E4 - 'King of the Narrow Sea' - REACTION & REVIEW

    Yeah… this episode gets WILD. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. In this episode, James, Sydney, and Travis break down House of the Dragon Season 1, Episode 4 — “King of the Narrow Sea”, where relationships get messy, secrets start spreading, and the Targaryen drama hits a whole new level. We dive into: Rhaenyra and Daemon’s night out in King’s Landing 👀The shocking turn of events in the pleasure houseRhaenyra and Ser Criston Cole… yeah, that happenedThe contrast between Rhaenyra and Alicent’s livesOtto Hightower’s manipulation and the fallout that followsWhy Viserys finally makes a major moveThe politics behind marriage, power, and reputationFirst-time reactions vs. rewatch insights This is the episode where House of the Dragon officially goes from political setup to full-blown drama — and the consequences are just getting started. If you’re into Game of Thrones lore, HBO fantasy, dragons, and deep episode breakdowns, you’re in the right place. 👉 Subscribe for weekly House of the Dragon coverage as we break down every episode leading into the next season. ⭐ Listening on podcast platforms? Drop a 5-star review — it helps us grow and reach more fans like you. 🎧 More from Cinema So Far: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms full coverageFallout Season 1 breakdownsWeekly movie & TV deep dives #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #GameOfThrones #CinemaSoFar #HOTDEpisode4 #HBO

    56 min

  2. APR 27

    House of the Dragon S1E3 - 'Second of His Name' - REACTION & REVIEW

    War is brewing… and the cracks in the Targaryen dynasty are starting to show. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. In this episode, James, Syd and Traivis break down House of the Dragon Season 1, Episode 3, where tensions escalate, alliances shift, and the fight for power starts turning into something much bigger. We dive into: The growing divide within the Targaryen familyRhaenyra’s role and how her position continues to be challengedKing Viserys’ leadership and the pressure mounting around himThe escalating conflict and what it signals for the future of WesterosHow this episode builds on the political tension from Episodes 1 & 2First-time reactions vs. rewatch insightsEarly predictions as the story starts heading toward war This is the episode where House of the Dragon really starts to expand its scale — more conflict, more pressure, and more signs that peace isn’t going to last. If you’re into Game of Thrones lore, dragons, HBO fantasy, and deep episode breakdowns, you’re in the right place. 👉 Subscribe for weekly House of the Dragon coverage as we continue breaking down every episode leading into the next season. ⭐ Listening on podcast platforms? Drop a 5-star review — it helps us grow and reach more fans like you. 🎧 More from Cinema So Far: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms full coverageFallout Season 1 breakdownsWeekly movie & TV deep dives #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #GameOfThrones #CinemaSoFar #HOTDEpisode3 #HBO

    39 min

  3. APR 22

    House of the Dragon S1E2 - 'The Rogue Prince' - REACTION & REVIEW

    Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. In this episode, James and Sydney continue their House of the Dragon coverage with Season 1, Episode 2. As tensions rise in King’s Landing, the fallout from Episode 1 starts to take shape and the fight for power begins to get even more complicated. We break down: The growing pressure on King Viserys to remarry and secure an heirThe evolving dynamic between Rhaenyra and AlicentEarly signs of political maneuvering from the Small CouncilDaemon Targaryen’s next move and what it means for the throneThe deeper world-building of Westeros and how it compares to A Knight of the Seven KingdomsFirst-time watcher reactions vs. rewatch insightsDragons, lore, and why this world keeps getting more intense This episode continues our full journey through House of the Dragon as we build toward future seasons, breaking down every episode along the way. If you’re into Game of Thrones lore, HBO fantasy, dragons, political drama, and weekly episode breakdowns, you’re in the right place. Like, comment, and subscribe if you’re watching on YouTube, and if you’re listening on podcast platforms, be sure to leave a 5-star review — it helps us out a ton. 🎧 Also on the channel / feed: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms full season coverageFallout coverageWeekly movie and TV discussions #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #GameOfThrones #CinemaSoFar #HouseOfTheDragonEpisode2 #RhaenyraTargaryen #DaemonTargaryen #HBO

    35 min

  4. MAR 29

    House of the Dragon S1E1 - 'The Heirs of the Dragon' - REACTION & REVIEW

    Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. In this episode, James and Syd begin their House of the Dragon rewatch / first watch coverage with Season 1, Episode 1 — “The Heirs of the Dragon.” If you’ve been following along after our A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms coverage, this is where things get bigger, darker, bloodier, and way more dragon-filled. We break down: King Viserys Targaryen and the impossible choice that changes everythingRhaenyra Targaryen becoming the named heir to the Iron ThroneThe brutal birth scene and what it says about power, legacy, and successionDaemon Targaryen causing chaos in King’s Landing and at the tournamentThe opening Great Council and how it sets up the entire conflict of the seriesEarly thoughts on House of the Dragon vs. A Knight of the Seven KingdomsFirst-time Westeros reactions, dragon hype, and tournament carnageThis episode is part recap, part reaction, and part deep-dive as we start our full journey through House of the Dragon leading up to the next season. If you’re into Game of Thrones lore, HBO fantasy shows, dragons, Westeros politics, and episode-by-episode breakdowns, you’re in the right place. Like, comment, and subscribe if you’re watching on YouTube, and if you’re listening on podcast platforms, be sure to leave a 5-star review — it helps us out a ton. 🎧 Also on the channel / feed: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms full season coverageFallout coverageMore movie and TV discussions every week

    33 min

  5. MAR 15

    'The Morrow' - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E6 - INSTANT REACTION

    The Season 1 finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms has arrived, and we're breaking down everything that happened in Episode 6 – “The Morrow.” In this episode of Cinema So Far, we dive into the aftermath of the shocking events from the previous episode and explore how Dunk and Egg’s story sets the stage for the future of Westeros. We discuss the emotional fallout from Prince Baelor’s death, Dunk’s guilt, the political tensions among the Targaryens, and the surprising decision that ultimately keeps Dunk and Egg together on their journey. From awkward hugs and questionable maesters to the deeper lore behind the Nine Kingdoms vs. the Seven Kingdoms, this finale gives us a quieter but meaningful ending that points toward bigger adventures ahead. We also talk about: Whether Dunk was ever truly knightedMaekar’s complicated role in Baelor’s deathWhy Egg choosing Dunk as his knight matters for the future of WesterosThe symbolism behind Dunk letting Sweetfoot goThe mysterious final moment with Ser Arlan riding awayWas this the perfect finale for such a small, intimate Westeros story? And what could Season 2 bring for Dunk and Egg? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know: What was your favorite moment from Season 1 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms? 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe for more movie & TV deep dives ⭐ Leave a 5-star review if you're listening on podcast platforms If you love Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Fallout, and fantasy storytelling, this channel is for you.

    36 min

  6. FEB 27

    'In the Name of the Mother' - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E5 - INSTANT REACTION

    Welcome to the Cinema So Far Podcast — the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. Today we’re talking A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — Season 1, Episode 5: “In the Name of the Mother.” And yeah… we hit record immediately after watching, so this is a true instant reaction while we’re still recovering from the emotional damage. James and Sid go in on what might be the most brutal episode yet — starting with that gut-punch flashback to young Dunk in extreme poverty (Fleabottom energy), the heartbreaking friendship with Rafe, and the origin of how Dunk becomes a squire to Ser Arlan. We came for tournament hype… and got trauma, character depth, and a straight-up throat-slit tear factory instead. And then… the fight. Not “Medieval Times” jousting. Not “sport.” This was a royal rumble trial-by-combat nightmare, filmed so close and chaotic it feels like you’re inside the helmet taking hits. Dunk becomes a full-on pin cushion, keeps getting back up anyway, and the episode leans hard into those perfectly timed Ser Arlan flash cuts that hit like a heartbeat. We also talk about: Why Dunk hesitated to knight the “red shirt” (and what that says about real knighthood in this world)How every prediction we made last week got absolutely nukedThat ending… and the big “who survived?” question heading into the season finaleSpoiler culture, scrolling accidents, and why we’re officially allergic to internet comments now Let us know in the comments: ⚔️ Who do you think died besides Baylon? ⚔️ Do you think the “tournament” is basically over after this? ⚔️ What’s your prediction for Episode 6 (Season Finale)… and are you emotionally okay? If you like this episode, like + subscribe, drop a 5-star review wherever you listen, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss our finale reaction. That’s a wrap on tonight’s episode of Cinema So Far.

    23 min

  7. FEB 23

    Fallout S2E8 'The Strip' - Recap & Deep Dive (FULL SPOILER DISCUSSION)

    Here we go… hot dog. If you’ve ever heard someone in public talk about Fallout’s “old spaghetti western” soundtrack and thought “buddy, you have no idea…” — you’re in the right place. Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. I’m James, and for the Fallout Season 2 finale we’re joined by Sydney (“daddy’s job is complicated, sweetie”) and Travis (“a plan is hard… chaos is easy”). Scheduling got a little wasteland-y the last couple weeks, so we’re missing Paul of Duty and Alex So Far this round — but don’t worry… they’re here in spirit, and we will need Alex to explain the lore we’re about to trip over. This finale sticks the landing. It closes loops, levels up character arcs, and still kicks the door open for Season 3 without feeling forced. What we cover in this episode:✅ Cold open chaos: Legion civil war + “Kevin McCallister becomes the new Caesar” by literally eating the note everyone’s fighting over (disgusting. iconic.) ✅ The Strip meanings: Vegas strip, stripped titles, stripped memories, stripped armor… and yes, actual strippers (New Vegas storefronts are wild) ✅ Maximus vs. Deathclaws: the suit holds… until it doesn’t — and we get one of the most Vegas-as-hell visuals ever: roulette wheel shield + pool cue spear ✅ Lucy in Vault-Tec HQ: the severed head reveal is nightmare fuel, and the mercy-kill moment is peak “why does everyone want me to kill them??” ✅ Norm + Vault-Tec HQ: rad roaches, survival horror, and the kind of irony that gets people killed because someone needs a power trip ✅ The Ghoul + Robert House: negotiating with a system that always has one more layer — plus the cryo pod gut punch and the Colorado breadcrumb ✅ Hank’s truth: the chip wasn’t about the wasteland… it was about Lucy — and the implications for Season 3 are terrifying ✅ The choice: The Ghoul slides Lucy the derringer and lets her decide Hank’s fate — the cleanest character-growth moment of the finale ✅ The reset: Hank hits himself with the device and forgets everything — including Lucy — which is honestly one of the meanest emotional gut punches in the whole series ✅ Phase Two: Stephanie activates the next step and confirms Vault-Tec’s plan isn’t over — and the Enclave is listening the entire time ✅ After-credits tease: a blueprint hits the table and Fallout fans apparently levitate out of their seats (we’re staying spoiler-light, but it looks like big-game-lore territory) Top Moments + MVPs (our picks):🔥 Top moment: The Ghoul giving Lucy the choice — the exact thing he used to mock her for. Growth. 🧨 Top moment runner-up: Maximus stepping out of the busted suit anyway. Stripped down to who he really is. 🏆 MVP picks: Lucy (Ella Purnell) — this finale snaps the story back into focus: it’s her world and we’re surviving in itThaddeus (Johnny Pemberton) — comedic relief MVP, and somehow still gets real character growthMaximus — the biggest turnaround from “do we like this guy?” to “okay, THAT’S the hero”Season 3 questions we NEED answered:Where are the Ghoul’s wife and daughter really… and what does Colorado mean?What exactly is “Phase Two,” and how deep does Enclave control go?Who’s chipped already in the wasteland — and how do you even know who’s real?What’s up with Vault 31/32/33 cleanup, cryo timelines, and who’s been operating behind the scenes?

    1h 11m

  8. FEB 15

    'Seven' - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms S1E4 - INSTANT REACTION

    Welcome back to Cinema So Far, the podcast where good friends talk about great cinema. I’m your host James, and I’m joined by my trusty co-host Sydney as we cover A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — Episode 4, “Seven.” This episode hit different. No goofy cold open, no comfort-food vibes to start. The tone is somber, the stakes are real, and Dunc cannot catch a break. Egg’s emotions in that opening scene had us right on the edge: it’s that perfect mix of guilt, fear, and “he’s just a kid” heartbreak… while Dunc is staring down the very real possibility of being killed because of one split-second decision. Then the episode keeps escalating until it delivers one of the most electric endings in the Game of Thrones universe: a full-on fist-pump setup for a Seven-on-Seven trial by combat, complete with the Game of Thrones theme swelling as Lord Baylin rides in like the cavalry. That final minute feels like the franchise announcing, “Yeah — we’re back.” We also get into: Why “trial by combat” is Westeros’ version of “the ball don’t lie”The betrayal that flips the board (and the gut-punch reaction that follows)The debate: did the fart joke land… or kill the mood?The show’s insanely cinematic production (and yes, why it’s so dark you may need to turn off every light in your house)The new shield, Tanisel heading to Dorne, and what that might mean going forwardRandom but vital: the knight with the GOLD MUSTACHE (you’ll never unsee it) Drop your predictions for Episode 5 in the comments — especially who you think is getting cooked first in the Seven-on-Seven. And if you’re watching along with us, hit Like, Subscribe, ring the bell, and leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. It helps the show a ton.

    28 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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  • Creator
    Cinema So Far Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Cinema So Far Podcast
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