Reel Chronicles

The Cinematic Reel
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Reel Chronicles by The Cinematic Reel is your weekly download for film and TV. We discuss the latest entertainment news, rumors, reviews, top ten lists, and more. Subscribe to Reel Chronicles wherever you listen to podcasts. Be sure to visit our site at www.thecinematicreel.com, follow us on social media, and leave us a review.

  1. 2d ago

    349: The Awards Season Fantasy Movie Draft

    Surprise! A second episode of Reel Chronicles this week as the awards season is set to kick off! This week’s second episode, Dave, Jack, and Hunter are diving back into our annual Fantasy Movie Draft: Awards Season Edition, where we each assemble a slate of contenders we believe have the best shot at dominating this year’s awards race. From potential Best Picture heavyweights to surprise breakout performances and under-the-radar challengers, every pick could make or break our hopes of covering a film of our choice on a future episode. Who drafted the strongest roster? Which films are destined for Oscar glory, and which selections could end up being the biggest busts of the season? We break down every strategy, debate the toughest decisions, and make our early predictions for what sure to be another exciting awards season. Tune in, play along with your own picks, and let us know whose team you think is bringing home the trophy. Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest  Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com. The post 349: The Awards Season Fantasy Movie Draft appeared first on The Cinematic Reel.

  2. 2d ago

    348: Terminator 2: Judgment Day: 35th Anniversary

    We’ll Be Back has never run truer as Dave, Hunter, Jack, and special guest JC return to talk T2. For 35 years, Terminator 2: Judgment Day hasn’t just been one of the greatest action movies ever made; it has remained the gold standard that every blockbuster has been chasing ever since. This week on Reel Chronicles, we’re celebrating James Cameron’s groundbreaking sci-fi masterpiece by revisiting everything that makes T2 a true cinematic landmark. From Arnold Schwarzenegger’s iconic T-800 and Linda Hamilton’s legendary transformation into Sarah Connor to Robert Patrick’s chilling T-1000, we break down the performances, the revolutionary visual effects, and the film that forever changed the genre. We’ll also discuss what has aged the best (and maybe a few things that haven’t), recast the film with Hollywood’s Golden Age stars, build our Terminator 2 Mount Rushmore, revisit its awards legacy and lasting cultural impact, and explain why, 35 years later, Terminator 2: Judgment Day remains one of the most influential and endlessly rewatchable films ever made. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or experiencing it for the first time, join us as we celebrate one of cinema’s greatest sequels. Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest  Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com. The post 348: Terminator 2: Judgment Day: 35th Anniversary appeared first on The Cinematic Reel.

  3. Jul 10

    347: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: 60th Anniversary

    Summer is in full effect, and there’s no better film to celebrate during the hottest months of the year than one of the greatest Westerns of all time, Sergio Leone’s The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. Celebrating its 60th anniversary, Dave and Jack are joined by special guests Tyler and JC to break down what makes this epic so special and why its impact continues to be felt six decades later. From Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef, and Eli Wallach’s iconic trio of characters to Ennio Morricone’s unforgettable score, legendary showdowns, and Sergio Leone’s masterful direction, the guys revisit the moments that helped define the Western genre and cement the film’s place in cinematic history. This pod has it all! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest  Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com. The post 347: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: 60th Anniversary appeared first on The Cinematic Reel.

  4. Jul 4

    346: ID4: 30th Anniversary

    Happy 250th Birthday, America! As we celebrate Independence Day, this week’s podcast also celebrates the 30th anniversary of one of the biggest blockbusters of the ’90s, Independence Day. Joining Jack and Dave is Rory as the guys look back on what it was like to experience Roland Emmerich’s sci-fi epic in theaters in 1996, discuss its lasting impact on the disaster film genre, and rank the greatest movie presidents of all time. It’s a nostalgic celebration you won’t want to miss! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest  Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com. The post 346: ID4: 30th Anniversary appeared first on The Cinematic Reel.

  5. Jun 27

    The Steven Spielberg Tiers

    After a few weeks off, the boys are back with one of their biggest episodes yet! On this week's podcast, Dave, Jack, and Hunter are joined by Rory as they tackle the filmography of one of the greatest directors of all time: Steven Spielberg. With Disclosure Day's release, there's no better time to rank each of his films on the tier list. Along the way, debates rage over films like Munich, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, and the often-hated Hook. Before diving into Spielberg's legendary catalog, Hunter also recaps the latest standings in the Summer Blockbuster Draft and reveals who's currently in the lead. Where did Spielberg's films land? Tune in and find out!

  6. Jun 6

    354: Space Jam: 30th Anniversary

    30 years ago, the monstars invaded the NBA, and only the greatest basketball player that ever lived and a bunch of looney tunes could stop them! On this week’s episode, Dave is joined by Rory to talk Space Jam. As the NBA Finals kick into high gear, the guys discuss why the film still holds space in our pop culture conversation and where it stands among the biggest cinematic nostalgia plays for sports fans and movie fans alike. This is one not to miss! Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest  Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com.  The post 354: Space Jam: 30th Anniversary appeared first on The Cinematic Reel.

  7. May 29

    353: The Star Wars MEGA Fantasy Movie Draft

    With the release of The Mandalorian & Grogu, the guys take a trip to a galaxy far, far away for another Fantasy Movie Draft! Joining Dave, Hunter, and Jack is Rory as they tackle the biggest draft ever attempted on the podcast. Featuring more than 10 categories and spanning every era of Star Wars, the crew drafts their way through the entire saga while diving into passionate debates, including a spirited showdown over The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just looking for some galactic chaos, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest  Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com. Intro/Outro Music: Fun Time by Dj Quads The post 353: The Star Wars MEGA Fantasy Movie Draft appeared first on The Cinematic Reel.

  8. May 22

    352: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off: 40th Anniversary

    40 years ago, Ferris had his day off and this week, Dave, Jack and Hunter are taking a day to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. The guys break down their favorite moments in the film along with Ferris as a character and if it’s feasibly possible to complete everything Ferris, Cameron and Sloan did. Love what you hear? Let your  friends know and leave us a review! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is on • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • Many other podcast directories. SHOP • Swag at TeePublic SUPPORT • Become a patron of the show through Patreon FOLLOW • Reel Chronicles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. • The Cinematic Reel on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest  Have a topic you want to hear the guys discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com. Intro/Outro Music: Fun Time by Dj Quads The post 352: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off: 40th Anniversary appeared first on The Cinematic Reel.

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Reel Chronicles by The Cinematic Reel is your weekly download for film and TV. We discuss the latest entertainment news, rumors, reviews, top ten lists, and more. Subscribe to Reel Chronicles wherever you listen to podcasts. Be sure to visit our site at www.thecinematicreel.com, follow us on social media, and leave us a review.

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  • Creator
    The Cinematic Reel
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    353
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