Movie Postmortem

Reginald Hill
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Movie Postmortem is where films of all kinds meet the scalpel. Whether it’s a masterpiece, a flop, or a guilty pleasure you just can’t quit, we’re here to dissect what worked, what didn’t, and why we keep coming back for more. Hosted by Reggie, a sci-fi fanatic and scientist, and his nephew Isaiah, a horror buff who watches scary movies so you don’t have to, Movie Postmortem explores the strange, the scary, and the spectacular with two generations of hot takes.

  1. Major Payne (1995) - Full Metal Jacket … For Kids

    4D AGO

    Major Payne (1995) - Full Metal Jacket … For Kids

    In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we review Major Payne, Damon Wayans’ military-school comedy that features a drill-sergeant taking charge of a troop of young cadets in need of discipline. We discuss Wayans’ over-the-top performance, the surprisingly positive message, and how the film walks the line between comedy and heart-warming family film. We also talk about whether the humor still lands today, and how the role might have been played by a different actor. Is Major Payne a Cause for Celebration or just a bad In Living Color comedy? Tune in! Follow us on ⁠BlueSky⁠

    37 min
  2. Rush Hour (1998) - Don’t Ever Touch a Black Man’s K-Pop

    FEB 18

    Rush Hour (1998) - Don’t Ever Touch a Black Man’s K-Pop

    In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we review Rush Hour (1998), the action-comedy that launched one of the most popular franchises of the late ’90s. We discuss Jackie Chan’s physical brilliance as Inspector Lee, Chris Tucker’s motor-mouth energy as Detective Carter, and how their cultural clash somehow turns into perfect comedic chemistry. Somehow, we even manage to connect this to K-pop, tracing parallels in global pop culture crossovers and martial arts. Follow us on ⁠BlueSky⁠

    44 min
  3. Crime 101 (2026) - Heat Lite

    FEB 11

    Crime 101 (2026) - Heat Lite

    In this episode of Movie Postmortem, I give a spoiler-free review of Crime 101, the sleek crime thriller that clearly wants to be Heat, but never quite matches the intensity. With stylish highway cinematography and moody Los Angeles nightscapes, the film often looks the part. Unfortunately, atmosphere can only carry you so far. I cover the best performances and talk about whether this a respectable theatrical release from Amazon, or another example of streaming-era films feeling just a little too small? Follow us on ⁠BlueSky⁠

    17 min
  4. 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) with Final Girls Podcast - Bunker Boogaloo

    FEB 4

    10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) with Final Girls Podcast - Bunker Boogaloo

    In this episode, we are joined by the hosts of Final Girls Podcast to review 10 Cloverfield Lane, the bottle thriller about paranoia and control. Together, we discuss Mary Elizabeth Winstead’s quietly brilliant protagonist, and how the movie utilizes uncertainty to keep both its characters and the audience guessing about what will come next! We also debate the controversial third act, the Cloverfield connection, and whether the genre shift enhances or undercuts the film’s strengths. Follow us on ⁠BlueSky⁠ Final Girls Podcast

    1h 5m
  5. Mercy (2026) - PrattGPT

    JAN 28

    Mercy (2026) - PrattGPT

    In this episode of Movie Postmortem, I review Mercy (2026), a screen-life thriller that can’t quite decide what kind of movie it wants to be. Marketed as a cautionary AI tale, the film promises high-stakes techno-paranoia but morphs into a far more conventional action film. I talk about why the screen-life format and AI angle feel unnecessary, how the story would function almost identically without them, and what really shocked me about the end of this film! Follow us on ⁠BlueSky⁠

    22 min
  6. Megamind (2010) - Good movie, bad timing!

    JAN 21

    Megamind (2010) - Good movie, bad timing!

    In this episode, we review Megamind. Released in a year packed with animation heavy-hitters, this clever superhero satire was largely forgotten despite great voice acting and a surprisingly thoughtful take on villains, heroes, and purpose. We break down why Megamind works and why its release date may have doomed it commercially. Follow us on BlueSky Our episode on How To Train Your Dragon Video from Cinema therapy on MegaMind and Nice Guy syndrome https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjpxlBRbhXs

    40 min
  7. Prometheus (2012) with Vaguely Nerdy Podcast - Engineers, Aliens, and the Jesus Connection

    JAN 14

    Prometheus (2012) with Vaguely Nerdy Podcast - Engineers, Aliens, and the Jesus Connection

    In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we are joined by Cheryl and Jae and from the Vaguely Nerdy podcast to discuss Prometheus (2012), Ridley Scott’s ambitious Alien prequel that asks big questions about creation, and the origin of the xenomorphs. We do a full plot rundown and give you our takes on the events on the film. Most importantly, we tackle one of the strangest ideas buried in the film: how director Ridley Scott ties the Aliens’ storyline into Christian theology. As always, we determine the Causes of Death or Causes for Celebration and offer Script Stitch-Ups. Vaguely Nerdy Follow us on Bluesky ⁠@moviepostmortem.bsky.social⁠ New episodes every week!

    1h 33m
  8. Dark Skies (2013) - Extraterrestrial Activity

    JAN 7

    Dark Skies (2013) - Extraterrestrial Activity

    In this episode, we review Dark Skies, the alien-abduction film that plays like a Paranormal Activity film with an alien swapped in. We talk about why this genre blend works better than it has any right to and why the dysfunctional family dynamic aids the story. Follow us on Bluesky @moviepostmortem.bsky.social New episodes every week!

    43 min
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Movie Postmortem is where films of all kinds meet the scalpel. Whether it’s a masterpiece, a flop, or a guilty pleasure you just can’t quit, we’re here to dissect what worked, what didn’t, and why we keep coming back for more. Hosted by Reggie, a sci-fi fanatic and scientist, and his nephew Isaiah, a horror buff who watches scary movies so you don’t have to, Movie Postmortem explores the strange, the scary, and the spectacular with two generations of hot takes.

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  • Creator
    Reginald Hill
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Reginald Hill
  • Show Website
    Movie Postmortem

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