Reel Chums

Marcel and Danny

We’re Danny and Marcel—two lifelong movie nerds who finally turned all those late-night debates and hot takes into a podcast. Reel Chums is where we dive into the movies we love and love to hate, swap behind-the-scenes trivia, and geek out like the film junkies we are. Think of us as your movie-obsessed friends turning casual chats into deep dives, rewinds, and “did-you-catch-that?” moments. From cult classics, blockbusters, or comfort rewatches—we’re here to break it down and have fun. If you love movies and want to hang with a couple of chums who do too, you’re in the right place.

  1. FEB 2

    We Can't Stop Talking About One Battle After Another

    This week we're diving into Paul Thomas Anderson's latest masterpiece, One Battle After Another, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn. This film is a technical marvel and storytelling triumph that balances intense action with surprising comedy and heart.We kick things off with a hot take about the Oscar nominations (spoiler: we're not mourning Wicked's absence), then spend the rest of the episode unpacking everything that makes this film special. From PTA's bold decision to spend over 30 minutes establishing the backstory before jumping 16 years forward, to the incredible underground railroad sequence that humanizes every character while building tension, this movie fires on all cylinders.We discuss Leo's comedic timing ("All you got is nunchucks in here?"), The absurdist brilliance of Perfidia and Lockjaw's power dynamics, and how PTA captures moments that feel painfully real—like conversations with people who are blatantly racist but completely unaware of it. The cinematography is phenomenal, the editing is tight, and the emotional impact builds from start to finish.This is a film we'll be returning to annually. Whether you're into action, comedy, character work, or just want to see what happens when a master filmmaker gets a big budget and total creative freedom, One Battle After Another delivers. Go watch it this weekend.Stay tuned for our next episode where we discuss the iconic dystopian film The Hunger Games. Cast your vote in our poll on social media for the next movie marathon!📹 Follow us on socials for updates and more:Reel Chums Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelchums/Rubio's Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/Rubio_tv⁠Marcel's Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/marztrosity⁠Reel Chums Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/ReelChums⁠Do you have something to say, a burning question about this, or any other episodes? Reach out to us at your@reelchums.com.We'd love to hear from you!

    1h 16m
  2. JAN 23

    What We’ve Been Watching | A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Tulsa King & Starfleet Academy

    In this episode, we're discussing "What We’ve Been Watching'! We break down a few of the shows we’ve been spending time with lately — what’s working, what surprised us, and who we think each show is actually for. This week, we dive into: -A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms – a lighter, comedic take on the Game of Thrones universe with stunning cinematography and a great entry point for new viewers -Tulsa King – Sylvester Stallone’s mob boss fish-out-of-water story, plus thoughts on Taylor Sheridan’s writing style and why the show works despite some clunky dialogue -Star Trek: Starfleet Academy – first impressions, JJ Abrams vibes, marketing missteps, and whether this could be a fresh new direction for Star Trek If you’re looking for something new to watch — or you’re curious whether these shows are worth your time — this segment’s for you. Let us know in the comments: 👉 What have you been watching lately? 👉 Are we wrong about any of these? And if you enjoy movie talk that feels like hanging out with friends, be sure to subscribe for new episodes every week. Signup for our newsletter: https://reel-chums.ck.page/86dfa15953📹 Follow us on socials for updates and more:Reel Chums Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelchums/Rubio's Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/Rubio_tv⁠Marcel's Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/marztrosity⁠Reel Chums Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/ReelChums⁠

    17 min
  3. 11/25/2025

    Season Finale: Movie News, Wicked’s Budget Shift, Alien: Earth Review & What We’ve Been Watching

    Signup for our newsletter: https://reelchums.com/newsletterIt’s the Season 3 finale of Reel Chums! After a chaotic end-of-year rush, we are back behind the mics to wrap the season with a laid-back, unfiltered chat about everything we’ve been watching — and everything happening in Hollywood right now.In this episode, we discuss:🎬 Why Scream 3 got scrapped (…it just wasn’t worth a full episode)🌪️ Wicked: For Good’s surprising marketing shift — what a $60M budget cut means🟢 Predator: Badlands — a fresh take on the franchise or too safe?👽 Alien: Earth — strong start, messy finish, and why season finales matter🪩 Dancing With the Stars — the secret expenses, the drama you don’t see, and why the voting system needs a 2025 upgrade🧟 Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein — gorgeous filmmaking, gallons of milk, and why we want At the Mountains of Madness instead🔥 Plus: everything they’re watching, what stood out this year, and what they’re excited for nextThank you for an amazing season! We’ll return in January for Season 4, kicking things off with our annual Best & Worst of the Year episode. Be sure to follow us on Instagram & YouTube so you don’t miss the listener survey!📹 Follow us on socials for updates and more:Reel Chums Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelchums/Rubio's Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/Rubio_tv⁠Marcel's Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/marztrosity⁠Reel Chums Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/ReelChums⁠Do you have something to say, a burning question about this, or any other episodes? Reach out to us at your@reelchums.com.We'd love to hear from you!

    37 min

Ratings & Reviews

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About

We’re Danny and Marcel—two lifelong movie nerds who finally turned all those late-night debates and hot takes into a podcast. Reel Chums is where we dive into the movies we love and love to hate, swap behind-the-scenes trivia, and geek out like the film junkies we are. Think of us as your movie-obsessed friends turning casual chats into deep dives, rewinds, and “did-you-catch-that?” moments. From cult classics, blockbusters, or comfort rewatches—we’re here to break it down and have fun. If you love movies and want to hang with a couple of chums who do too, you’re in the right place.