Pineapple Reels
By Pineapple Reels
Reviews of movies/tv shows: Cult classics, Hollywood blockbusters, B-rated gold & movies that need more recognition & more.
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Pineapple ReelsDec 28, 2022
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Eileen
When a seemingly mundane Eileen meets Rebecca her world gets some color. Tune in as I review the latest film by William Oldroyd
Dec 21, 202323:53
đFast X
Here we goâŚagain? Yes thatâs right Fast X is finally here. Revenge,explosions & fast cars. What more could you possibly want?
May 20, 202312:60
Scream VI- Expectations
Quick coffee chat about my Scream VI expectations
Mar 09, 202307:13
đ Donât Worry Darling
Alice has it all: a hard working loving husband,beautiful house,amazing friends and endless shoppingâŚbut for some reason things donât seem to be okay. Tune in to my discussion with Steve as we tackle the sophomore film from actor/director Olivia Wilde (Book Smart) If you would like to follow Steve his handles are: @Officialstevelegacy
@Theereelwarrior via Instagram & Tik Tok
Dec 28, 202201:59:12
đŚ´Bones & All
Cannibal love story anyoneâŚWhat happens when two lone drifters with an appetite for the unusual come together? Directed by Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name/Suspiria) based on the novel by Camille DeAngelis and written by David Kajganich. Starting TimothĂŠe Chalamet (Dune/Call Me By Your Name), Taylor Russell (Waves/Escape Room) & Mark Rylance (The Outfit/The BFG)
Dec 10, 202235:22
đłTriangle of Sadness
What happens when social class is flipped on its head? Tune in to this episode to find out! Triangle of Sadness is a satire from writer/director Ruben Ăstlund (The Sqaure)
Dec 09, 202231:01
Bodies Bodies Bodies
Who wants to play âBodies,bodies,bodiesâ? Just a harmless game amongst friendsâŚuntil the bodies start to line up. In a whodunnit with Gen Z flair this film will have a final reveal that is shocking but makes sense. Tune in
Aug 18, 202235:22
âď¸Nope
âď¸Jordan Peeleâs 3rd film âNOPEâ hit theaters this weekend and brought in $44 million at the box office. âNOPEâ is a horror, mystery sci fi thriller -The residents of a lonely gulch in inland California bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery.
âď¸Did you go see âNOPEâ and if you did what were your thoughts?
âď¸With wonderful performances by Daniel Kaluuya & Keke Palmer âNOPEâ is definitely an interesting story and a film that will leave viewers staring at the clouds like Jaws had us worried to go in the water.
Jul 26, 202247:33
I AM NOT OKAY WITH THISâ¨
Ahh the teen years,hormones,thigh zits and the ability to move things with your mind?! That is the normal for our lead Sydney Novak in this Carrieesque comic turned Netflix tv series. Tune in as I deep dive into a show ended after only one season that didnât get the best ending.
Jun 12, 202236:36
AntiViral đŚ
An IFC film that focuses on societyâs obsession with celebrities. How far is too far? Deep dive into this dark sci fi thriller about a dark satirical future where you can be as close as can be with your favorite celebrity.
May 15, 202230:03
The Wilds Season 2
The Wilds Season 1 left us on a WTF cliff hanger. After 16 months we finally have season 2. What is the Twilight of Adam? And what is Gretchenâs overall plan for these teens? Tune in to find out
May 10, 202201:02:05
Spider-Man: No Way Homeđˇ
Dare I say best Spider-Man movie ever? Spider-Man:No Way Home has shattered the box office this holiday season! If you take a look at the all star cast with past favorites slotted to come back, it makes sense why everyoneâs running to theaters to see it (even multiple viewings) Tune in as I have a discussion about what makes this film soâŚAMAZING With special guest Joel, if youâd like to see more from him please check out his content on YouTube, Iâll leave his handles below. IG/Facebook:Blerdgrammer YouTube:The BlerdGrammer
Jan 08, 202201:28:24
Nightmare AlleyđŞ
Come one, come all! Step right up and see the amazing 2021 neo noir film starring Bradley Cooper (A Star is Born/Licorice Pizza)as Stanton Carlisle, an ambitious carny thatâs determined to make a name for himselfâŚbut at what cost? Tune in to this episode to find out as I break down Guillermo Del Toroâs (The Shape of Water/Hellboy) latest film âNightmare Alleyâ with an all star cast you donât want to miss it.
Jan 05, 202243:51
Insecure S5 E10
Everything Gonna Be,Okay?! Tune in to this weeks episode where I cover the bittersweet end of the popular HBO tv show Insecure created by Issa Rae
Dec 28, 202116:40
The Challenge S37 Ep 10 Precious Stones & Ep 11 Mucus Plug
Should Ed have picked someone else to go against in Pole Wrestle? Tune in for my discussion with @JamWhoLifts over The Challenge: Spies,Lies & Allies.
Oct 27, 202101:28:48
The Challenge S37 Ep 9: The War
Welcome back challenge fans, on this episode @JamWhoLifts joins me again for a discussion over The Challenge S 37 Spies,Lies & Allies
Oct 24, 202101:11:51
Lamb đ
Lamb follows married sheep herders Maria & Ingvar. One day they make a discovery that will bring them joy before ultimately destroying them.
Oct 11, 202108:16
The Challenge S37 Ep8 The Threat
Tune is as me and my guest @jamwholifts reflect on this episode of The Challenge: Spies,Lies & Allies
Oct 10, 202101:03:36
The Challenge S37 Ep 6 Alien & Ep 7 Uncle CT
Just another episode with my guest IG: @JamWhoLifts as we reflect on the latest episodes and give our opinions,tune in!
Sep 28, 202101:11:51
Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings
On this episode a Marvel legend will rise. This film stars Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, a master of weaponry based Kung Fu. Tune in now and as always spoiler alerts
Sep 27, 202125:51
The Challenge Season 37 Ep 3,4 & 5
@JamWhoLifts (via Instagram) joins me again while we break down episodes 3,4 & 5 of The Challenge season 37 - Tune in
Sep 13, 202101:35:17
The Challenge Season 37: Spies,Lies & Allies Ep 1 & 2
I will be covering The Challenge season 37, if you donât know itâs a realty tv show competition that people compete for their chance of winning a major cash grand prize. Tune in as me and my friend Jamila cover this season!
Aug 25, 202101:33:21
Escape Room: Tournament of Champions đ
Iâm this episode I cover part 2 of Escape Room. Is this sequel worth the ticket price or should you wait to see it on demand? Tune in to find out
Jul 29, 202115:02
Black Widow đˇ
Finally the long awaited solo film for âBlack Widowâ has arrived on the big screen (and Disney +). Throughout her time in the Marvel films weâve longed to know her origin story. We get more insight on Natasha Romanoff as she confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Starring Scarlett Johansson,Florence Pugh,Rachel Weiss & David Harbour.
Jul 17, 202111:17
Kajillionaire đľ
A woman's (Evan Rachel Wood)life is turned upside down when her criminal parents invite an outsider (Gina Rodriguez)to join them on a major heist they're planning. Tune in as I break down this indie film by writer/director Miranda July
Jul 10, 202125:05
Awake đ§đĽą
A global phenom hits Earth and renders everyone with a serious case of extreme insomnia in this 2021 Netflix original film from writer/director Mark Rasso. Jill (played by Gina Rodriguez) realizes her daughter might be the key to saving humanity,can she save her child before itâs too late? Join me in a discussion with guest Chris. His Reddit name is: SlinkHat & YouTube: SlinkyTheCount
Jul 05, 202127:55
Zola đ
*Spoiler FREE* âZolaâ is a dark comedy/drama about a stripper named Zola (played by Taylor Paige,Boogie) who goes on a trip with her new âfriendâ Stefani (played by Riley Keough,The Lodge) to dance in Florida and get some quick,easy money. Zola quickly realizes that things are not what they seem as she endured a weekend that escalated into a final crescendo. From writer/director Janicza Bravo featuring tweets from the originator and writer Aâziah âZolaâ King.
Jul 05, 202113:53
F9 đ
Cipher enlists the help of Jakob (John Cena), Dom's younger brother to take revenge on Dom (Vin Disel) and his team. On this episode I sit down with my guest Chris (@SlinKoko via IG) and we have a discussion about the latest installment in the Fast & Furious series after the Thursday night premiere.
Jun 26, 202101:23:10
Spiralđ
Do you want to play a game? âSpiralâ is the newest addition from the book of Saw. We follow Zeke (Chris Rock) a detective with trust issues who likes to work solo, that until a Jigsaw copy cat killer is running rampant through the city & he is assigned a new partner Will (played by Max Minghella). The further the duo investigates the more Zeke realizes he is at the center of the killers game.
May 29, 202125:03
Inglorious Basterds đŞ
âInglorious Basterdsâ is the 6th film from the wildly creative director & writer Quentin Tarantino. We get to follow a group,known as The Basterds, and see what events unfold in this alternate version of Nazi occupied France. And yes there will be bloodshed, it is a Tarantino film. Starring Brad Pitt,Christopher Waltz,Diane Kruger,Melanie Laurent,Eli Roth & Michael Fassbender
May 25, 202132:52
Mortal Kombatđ
Finally a nostalgic movie that shows up & shows out! Fans have been waiting for what seems like an eternity yo see their favorite childhood game characters back on the silver screen. In this installment we follow Cole Young (Lewis Tan), a MMA fighter who slowly starts to realize his special birthmark I actually his birthright carried down for generations. Will he be able to live up to the legacy of his ancestor in order to win the battle?
May 07, 202116:32
Sorry To Bother Youđ
Do you have what it takes to become a Power Caller? We follow Cassius âCa$hâ Green played by (Lakeith Stanfield) as he climbs the corporate ladder by using his new found key to success. Ultimately will the power of greed consume him or will he have the ability to stand up for his morals? Tune in to find out
May 01, 202141:14
ThemđĄ
What would you do for the betterment of your family? Tune in this week for a coffee chat as I cover âThemâ an Amazon Prime tv show by Creator & writer Little Marvin. âThemâ follows the story of the Emory family who moves west to Compton from North Carolina during The Great Migration in the 1950s.
Apr 23, 202121:05
The Truman Showđş
Could you imagine having your entire life filmed? For some this is a dream, others a nightmare and got Truman Burbank itâs his reality...even if he doesnât know it. In this film an insurance salesman (Jim Carrey) discovers his while life is actually a reality tv show.
Apr 16, 202135:11
Judas & The Black Messiahâđž
Join me & special guest, author Jamaalkenya Ashanti (creator of Black Lab Publishing & my Father) in a discussion about the Black Panthers and what life was like in that time period. If you would like to purchase/download one of Jamaalkenyaâs books you can find him on Amazon & Barnes & Nobles. Fred Hampton(Daniel Kaluuya), a young, charismatic activist, becomes Chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party - putting him directly in the crosshairs of the government, the FBI, and the Chicago Police. But to destroy the revolution, the authorities are going to need a man on the inside.
Apr 09, 202101:31:32
The PrestigeđŠ
Looking for a film filled with magic & a heavy dash of revenge? Look no further than Christopher Nolanâs 2006 dramatic mystery thriller, starring Hugh Jackman & Christian Bale who become entangled in an intense rivalry. Are you watching closely? Blink & you might miss the clues Nolan leaves behind like a crook in the night. With special guest Sam who is an Irish videographer & editor in his own right. Samâs IG handle is: @StudioVP_ie
Apr 03, 202101:40:20
Malcolm & Marieđ
Malcolm & Marie gives us a peak inside the relationship of an emerging director (John David Washington) & his girlfriend (Zendaya) after they return home from his 1st movie premiere & they await reviews from critics.
Mar 26, 202122:34
Promising Young Womanđ
How far would you do to avenge your best friend? In this film we follow Cassie played by Carey Mulligan as she shows just how far sheâs willing to go in honor of friendship.
Feb 24, 202131:20
American Skinđ¨
What would you do to have justice for your son? In this film created by writer & director Nate Parker we will soon find our answer. We see the documentary story of Lincoln who lost his 14 year old son about a year prior by a police officer during a traffic stop. Fed up by the system & wanting justice he takes matters into his own hands.
Jan 19, 202135:36
Pieces of a Womanđ
Pieces of a Woman (2020) will make your heart sink before the movie title appears on your screen. We follow Martha, played by Vanessa Kirby(Hobbs & Shaw,The Queen,Mission Impossible:Fallout) for a year as she & her husband Shia LaBeouf(Honey boy,Fury,The Tax Collector) navigate life after the sudden passing of their newborn child during a home birth. Can Martha figure out how to continue living after such tragedy?
Jan 19, 202138:15
Wavesđ
On this episode I cover Trey Edward Schultz 2019 film âWavesâ that stars Kelvin Harrison Jr as Trey,a teen wrestler trying to navigate life in sunny Florida. âWavesâ ripples across the screen & will pull you in. W/ special guest @Kevinq.t
Jan 16, 202101:42:06
Swallowđ
Some things are hard to swallow...Carlo Mirabella-Davisâ 2020 dramatic thriller will have you cringe in your seat as we follow the story of the young & beautiful Hunter (played by Hayley Bennett). Hunter has seemingly âhit the lotteryâ marrying into a wealthy family. Things seem to be going well even though she lives a rather dull life as a housewife/trophy wife, who was picked more for her genetics and need for perfection. She finds out she is pregnant & she should be overjoyed, right? Everyone else seems to be & for an unknown reason she begins to swallow objects.
Dec 20, 202046:06
Death Proofđ
Girls really do get it done... The 5th film from the eclectic Quentin Tarantino,âDeath Proofâ takes us on a wild ride, following Stuntman Mike (Kurt Russell) & the lovely ladies he stalks.
Dec 06, 202030:57
Heist Filmsđ°
Whatâs your favorite heist movie? This week I talk about my favorite heist movies. Which one is the best and why? That question will be answered as soon as you hit play.
Nov 25, 202044:05
The Craft: LegacyđŽ
On this weeks episode I conjure up my thoughts on writer/director Zoe Lister-Jones 2020 sequel to The Craft (1996) 24 years later, what has changed? Does this 2nd installment give us that nostalgic feel of the 90s original that is a certified cult classic? Tune in to find out!
Nov 06, 202001:20:04
âď¸Get Out & Usâď¸đ
On this weekâs episode I tackle Jordan Peeleâs âGet Outâ & âUsâ w/ my guest Marcia Bacchus. We highlight the cinematic genius that he is and how he conveys the black experience through a lens with his heavy foreshadowing. Marciaâs Social media info: Instgram:@marcia.raine
Twitter: @itacienega
Nov 02, 202001:51:36
TENETâą
đ¨SPOILER ALERT! If you havenât seen Tenet yet, maybe skip this episode & come back once you have! This week I dive into Christopher Nolanâs latest time bending film âTenetâ starring John David Washington (BlacKkKlansman,Ballers) & Robert Pattinson (The Devil All The Time,The Lighthouse)with my guest Chris. If you like to contact Chris his Twitch account is: Takuslink-ttv & SoundCloud (for low fi beats) is: Slinky sailz
Oct 23, 202053:15
The Craftâ¨
This week I welcome my first guest Courtney to discuss the 1996 witch cult classic âThe Craftâ in true quarantine fashion. Courtney is an artist based in Dallas, if youâd like to see her work contact her via Instagram @CourtneyCoyote
Oct 22, 202002:20:03
đŻââď¸Cuties Vs. Thirteen1ď¸âŁ3ď¸âŁ
Cuties or Mignonnes as itâs called in French is a coming of age story about 11 year old Amy (Fathia Youssouf), this is the debut film from writer/director MaĂŻmouna DoucourĂŠ. Which upon watching reminded me of another coming of age film Thirteen (2003) that debut 17 years ago at the Sundance film festival.
Oct 14, 202038:52
Funny Gamesđđ˝ââď¸
Itâs Spooky season & to kick it off Iâm diving into director/writer Michael Hanekeâs chilling 2007 horror âFunny Gamesâ. This film is about two psychopathic young men who take a family hostage in their cabin. Starring Naomi Watts (Ann), Tim Roth (George), Michael Putt(Paul) & Brady Corbet as Peter.
Oct 08, 202034:47