Reel Film Chronicles
By Reel Film Chronicles
Reel Film ChroniclesFeb 10, 2023
Event Horizon (1997)
This podcast is a tomb. In the Year of our Lord 1997, a movie was unleashed on an unsuspecting population. A movie so vile, so terrifying, so violent, so gruesome that it borrowed its way into our collective conscience, wrapping its tendrils around our cerebral cortex, refusing to let us forget her. That movie was Event Horizon. A sci-fi-horror staple for those in the know, it became a beloved cult classic, even (or maybe especially) among those of us who were traumatized at a young age by the grisly imagery and claustrophobic atmosphere. Event Horizon wound up being one of those lighting-in-a-bottle (or hellfire-in-a-spaceship) situations, with a unique concept executed to perfection with an all-star cast led by Laurence Fishburne and Sam Neill on a spaceship set that looked like the design had been pulled from the deranged minds of Clive Barker's Cenobites. Violent murders, slow descents into madness, and a spaceship that may or may not have travelled to the literal incarnation of Hell are all hallmarks of one of the most idiosyncratic and memorable entries into both the sci-fi and horror movie pantheons. The choice laid before you now is this; listen to this episode of The Real Film Chronicles and delve into the twisted world of Event Horizon or save yourself... from Hell!
Event Horizon (1997)
| directed by: Paul W. S. Anderson
| starring: Laurence Fishburne - Sam Neill - Kathleen Quinlan - Joely Richardson
| science fiction - mystery - horror
| 95 min
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Dune: Part Two (2024)
We're happy to be diving deep into Dune Part Two, the eagerly anticipated sequel with a feature-length discussion on everything we loved about the movie. We also talk about differences with the book (but we don't go deep there, and try to avoid book spoilers).
Dune: Part Two (2024)
| directed by: Denis Villeneuve
| starring: Timothée Chalamet - Zendaya - Rebecca Ferguson - Javier Bardem - Josh Brolin - Austin Butler
| adventure - science fiction
| 167 min
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Reptile (2023)
SHED THE LIES
Join your intrepid hosts as we delve into this 2023 Netflix crime thriller - a surprisingly good (well, it surprised us at least) film that offers more than any description or trailer could provide. We're fans of all the actors here, and we fanboy over Benicio del Toro and his burning performance here, and talk about how the film world needs more Alicia Silverstone.
REPTILE (2023)
| directed by: Grant Singer
| starring: Benicio del Toro - Justin Timberlake - Alicia Silverstone - Michael Pitt
| crime
| 136min
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* Rated explicit/mature for language and subject matter.
The Killer (2023)
Welcome to the world of The Killer and watch as obsessive, perfectionist filmmaker David Fincher tells the story of an obsessive, perfectionist killer living out his either his worst nightmare or darkest fantasy: his life spiraling out of control after an extra ruins his perfect shot then going on a bloody rampage to get revenge against everybody who has ever wronged him. If I were one of the executives at Fox who had anything to do with Alien 3, I'd probably sleep with at least one eye open from now on. With The Killer, Fincher continues his tradition of protagonists who are weird, misanthropic, and/or emotionally detached loners, live by a very specific set of rules, and wax philosophical about humanity's inhumanity in endless voiceover. A self-described unremarkable man who is exceptional at his job through endless, obsessive practice and meticulous attention to detail, the titular killer is perhaps the most appropriately autobiographical self-insert character that Fincher could have imagined. With murder, mayhem, and a shady underworld of secret assassins (no, not THAT world of secret assassins), and meditations on how the thin veil of civility that is society barely conceals the base instincts of the human race at bay and our most cherished ideals are all lies carefully disseminated to help the powerful exploit the masses, The Killer is sure to delight viewers of all ages. So join your intrepid hosts as we delve into the world of The Killer, explore the latest twisted entry into David Fincher's pantheon, and try our best to avoid ending up on any hit lists of our own.
THE KILLER (2023)
| directed by: David Fincher
| starring: Michael Fassbender - Tilda Swinton - Charles Parnell - Arliss Howard - Kerry O’Malley - Sophie Charlotte
| Thriller - Crime
| 118 min
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Brotherhood of the Wolf (2001)
A thick mist blankets the countryside as two riders cut their way through the waterlogged landscape, man and beast alike soaked by a slanted rain as ignorant of mercy as it was of the difference between pleasure and pain, redemption and damnation. There was only the fall. Then, a commotion. A man and woman hunted by a group of men, unaware that their role would soon be reversed from predator to prey. One of the riders dismounts, his boots splashing in the puddles, creating tsunamis in miniature. Time slows. The men turn their weapons on the intruder, irritated at the interruption of their sport, but to no avail. Even unarmed, the masked interloper makes quick work of his opponents, moving faster than his opponents can react, disarming and leaving them to wallow in their misery in the mud, and the dirt, and the rain. Always and still, there was the rain.
The year is 2001. The movie is Brotherhood of the Wolf. The result is a cult classic in the making. Based - very loosely as is usually the case - on actual events, the movie tells the story of two unlikely friends sent to solve the mystery of reports of a vicious beast that is terrorizing the French countryside. For sheer value, one can hardly do better, as Brotherhood of the Wolf is really (at least) five movies in one: an historical epic, a romance, a detective story, a political drama, and an action movie. A story that involves secret cults, bone swords, brothels, royal politics, evil deformed appendages, and taxidermy, Brotherhood of the Wolf is a very specific sort of fever dream that could only have sprung forth from the collective consciousness of the early 2000s. As brazen as it is inventive, Brotherhood of the Wolf is nothing if not unique, and truly one of those films that stands alone almost as a genre unto itself. So join your intrepid hosts at the Reel Film Chronicles as they take you on a journey into the world of 18th Century France to unravel the mystery of the beast of Gévaudan.
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Brotherhood of the Wolf (2001)
| directed by: Christophe Gans
| starring: Samuel Le Bihan - - Mark Dacascos - Vincent Cassel - Émilie Dequenne - Monica Bellucci
| Adventure - Action - Horror - History
| 143 min
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The Adults (2023)
ADULTHOOD. Warning: Side effects may include drowsiness, swelling, loss of vision and/or hearing, memory loss, crippling self doubt, depression, memory loss, the realization that no adult ever had things figured out, waxing nostalgic for the way things used to be, trouble breathing, having to figure out stupid stuff like mortgages, memory loss, actually enjoying going furniture shopping, the uncontrollable urge to criticize younger generations, awkwardly fumbling your way through numerous social events when you'd rather be at home, drifting apart from friends and loved ones with the occasional reconciliation, memory loss, the uncontrollable urge to criticize older generations, and obsessing over those small parts of your life where you seem to have some semblance of control just for the slightest chance at experiencing something real.
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some adults. If you notice any other effects, tough luck, there's no one you can call and you're on your own, because nobody else has their deal figured out either. Take only as prescribed. Results may vary.
Join your intrepid hosts in this exciting episode of the Reel Film Chronicles as they discuss the 2023 film The Adults, which explores the complex relationship of a trio of siblings trying to navigate life in the real world in a slice-of-life format that is in turns heart wrenching and heartwarming.
The Adults (2023)
| directed by: Dustin Guy Defa
| starring: Michael Cera - Hannah Gross - Sophia Lillis
| Comedy - Drama
| 91 min https://reelfilmchronicles.com
Bottom 5 Films of 2023
In this very special episode, your intrepid hosts dive into the depths of cinematic disappointment as they unveil their Bottom Five Films of 2023. Welcome once again to our annual rundown of the cinematic catastrophes that left us bewildered, disappointed, and perhaps a little angry over the past year. From cringe-inducing sci-fi flops to poorly executed franchise entries, and forgettable thrillers, the bottom five list represents a cautionary tale of what happens when creative vision goes awry or when the alchemy of storytelling fails to transmute into cinematic gold.
This is where, as the saying goes, we wade through the murky waters of mediocrity, and we mark the passing of another rotation around our nearest star with a grimace and a shake of the head, as we recall the films that failed to leave any positive impression on us or left us disappointed. This annual tradition serves as a solemn reminder of the diverse landscape of cinema, where not every endeavor reaches the heights of greatness, and some inevitably crash and burn in spectacular fashion.
So join us, The Reel Film Chronicles, as we reflect on the unfortunate missteps and cinematic misfires of the past year. Whether you cringe in solidarity or vehemently disagree with our choices, your engagement fuels our passion for discussing the art of filmmaking, even when it's less than stellar. We thank you for enduring this journey with us, whether it's out of morbid curiosity or a shared disdain for the cinematic failures of 2023. https://reelfilmchronicles.com
Top 10 Films of 2023
In this very special episode, your intrepid hosts run down their Top 10 Films of 2023. Welcome once again to our annual rundown of our top 10 films, as we review the movies that moved, entertained, awed, or otherwise inspired us over the past year. From mega blockbusters to independent dramas, established action franchises to emerging horror icons, giant radioactive lizards to famous historical figures, there's a little something for everybody. This is where, as the saying goes, the rubber meets the road, and we mark the passing of another rotation around our nearest star with a look back at the cinematic stories that left their impression on us. This annual tradition is a way for us to take some time to reflect on a few of our new favourite films and share our love of movies with our listeners, hopefully inspiring those of you on your own film journey with a mix of the comfort of the familiar and the excitement of the undiscovered. So listen along with The Reel Film Chronicles, and maybe discover a few new favourite movies as well. Or hate listen with complete and utter disdain for all of our picks for 2023's top 10. Either way it boosts our numbers, so it's all good in the end, and we thank you for your patronage (or anti-patronage, as the case may be). https://reelfilmchronicles.com
Rebel Moon (2023)
What do you do when an unstoppable, evil army threatens your peaceful village? Why, you scour the countryside to retain the services of a small group of reluctant warriors with troubled back stories looking to make up for the sins of the past. And if it's your peaceful moon that's threatened, well then you scour the galaxy for your group of misfit warriors to defend you and your peaceful townsfolk. Hey, it worked for Akira Kurosawa. Rebel Moon, the latest action extravaganza from Zack Snyder, draws on some heavy inspiration from the likes of such classic and beloved films as Seven Samurai, Star Wars, and Eight Legged Freaks to bring you a story only Zack Snyder could tell. Filled to the brim with mythological creatures; sweaty, shirtless men; and broken warriors with checkered pasts looking for one last chance at redemption, Rebel Moon is nothing if not ambitious, seeking to stake a claim among the pantheon of great science fiction movies. In this episode, your intrepid hosts provide their insightful insights about Rebel Moon and whether it lived up (or down) to the hype. So grab your laser guns and definitely-not-lightsabers-but-also-definitely-not-NOT-lightsabers and strap yourselves in for a journey into a galaxy far, far away (but definitely not THAT galaxy far, far away).
Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire (2023)
| directed by: Zack Snyder
| starring: Sofia Boutella - Michiel Huisman - Ed Skrein - Djimon Hounsou - Bae Doona - Staz Nair - Charlie Hunnam - Ray Fisher
| Science Fiction - Drama - Action
| 134 min
Extraction 2 (2023)
Extraction 2 (2023)
| directed by: Sam Hargrave
| starring: Chris Hemsworth - Golshifteh Farahani - Adam Bessa - Tornike Gogrichiani
| Action - Thriller
| 123 min
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Godzilla Minus One (2023)
Godzilla.
For everything there is a season, and for every generation there is a Godzilla. Luckily for us, Godzilla Minus One (like its most recent predecessor, Shin Godzilla) has emerged as a unique voice, shepherding both us and its protagonist into a new golden age. Unlike the recent spate of Hollywood Godzilla-verse offerings, which are, at best, popcorn flicks, Godzilla Minus One delivers not only on the action (which, again, unlike its Hollywood counterparts, is clearly lit and easy to follow) but also on the social allegory (which is woefully absent from his current incarnation in Hollywood. Under the careful watch of Toho, the studio that has curated the story of everybody's favourite giant lizard for nearly 70 years, Godzilla Minus One at once takes Godzilla in a bold and engaging new direction while remaining true and paying homage to a long and rich cinematic history.
Originally a metaphor for the horrors of nuclear war, Godzilla turned out to be an unexpected entry into the pantheon of Japanese cinema that tried to make sense of the destruction and death that marked the end of World War II. Since then, Godzilla has been reimagined and reborn time and time again, as a campy kaiju combatant, a gargantuan anti-hero protecting the people of earth from threats even larger than himself, a horror icon on par with Dracula or Frakenstein, a literal larger-than-life action star, and full circle to as a metaphor to explore the social impact of new horrors and catastrophes in a way that can only be achieved with the help of a lizard the size of a skyscraper.
As portrayed in Godzilla Minus One, Godzilla is at once a stunning metaphor for the unique horrors wrought by a nuclear war but also as a powerful symbol that forces the human characters to confront issues of heroism, sacrifice, the value of human life, the failures of leadership, and what it means to reckon not only with putting their lives back together after a devastating war, especially dealing with the residual guilt and shame of being on the losing side of a war. The more sobering truth, of course, is that war has no winners, only survivors. But Godzilla Minus One uses the subsequent attack (with Godzilla's "heat ray" perhaps the most terrifying it has ever appeared on screen, directly evoking images of nuclear holocaust) to explore how survivors of a war, both veterans and civilians, process their trauma and grief and try to make sense of the bloodshed and chaos in a movie that is at once thrilling as it is contemplative and philosophical.
So listen in as your intrepid hosts explore Godzilla Minus One, the latest movie in a series so long-lived and resilient that it's rivaled only by good old 007 himself, James Bond. Whether you're new to the Godzilla phenomenon or you've been a fan since the beginning, we hope you'll enjoy our usual level of insight as we discuss Godzilla Minus One.
Godzilla Minus One (2023)
| directed by: Takashi Yamazaki
| starring: Ryunosuke Kamiki - Hidetaka Yoshioka - Minami Hamabe - Kuranosuke Sasaki
| Horror - Action - Science Fiction
| 125 min
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Die Hard (1988)
"Now I have a machine gun. Ho, ho, ho." Often imitated but never duplicated, Die Hard has withstood the test of time to become firmly established in that hallowed pantheon of All-Time Classic Action Films. Its protagonist, John McClane, the wrong man in the wrong place at the wrong time, has become an archetypal action movie hero, the everyman answer to the muscle-bound question posed by the likes of Schwarzenegger and Stallone. Played to perfection by Bruce Willis, McClane was relatable precisely because he wasn't indestructible and showed real vulnerability, both physical and emotional, despite his gruff and sometimes disheveled exterior. Forever the fly in the ointment of any thief or terrorist who happened to pick the wrong building, airport, or city to steal from or terrorize (not that there's ever a right target for such activities), McClane was somebody the audience could cheer for because despite his flaws, he would always fight to the end. No matter how many times he was battered, bruised, beaten, or knocked down, he would pick himself up, bandage those wounds, and walk, limp, or drag himself to the next fight. Long before Captain America vocalized his willingness to go toe to toe with his opponents, McClane was already doing it all day, and if I may say so myself, with a much better catch phrase. Stuck in a skyscraper with a surprisingly diverse group of terrorists, John McClane's quest to free the hostages and rescue his estranged wife has become so iconic that the concept of "Die Hard in/on a Unique Location/Vehicle" has become a genre unto itself. So come out to the coast and have a few laughs with your intrepid hosts as they discuss the enduring legacy of Die Hard just in time for the holidays. No matter where you fall in the debate about its validity as a Christmas movie, there's never a bad time of year to revisit the action movie that most action movies wish they could be when they grow up. And if it's your first time watching Die Hard, then welcome to the party pal! Die Hard (1988) | directed by: John McTiernan | starring: Bruce Willis - Alan Rickman - Bonnie Bedelia - Reginald VelJohnson | Thriller - Action | 132 min https://reelfilmchronicles.com
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
Hang on to your webs spider-boys and spider-girls, because in this episode, we're swinging out Across the Spiderverse. In this follow-up to the critically acclaimed and beloved Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Miles Morales is grappling with how the consequences of being a hero affect him personally as well as those around him. Building on the frenetic animation style of the first film, Across the Spiderverse draws audiences in with a kaleidoscopic and vibrant visual approach that will delight and engage everyone, except for those with severe epilepsy who will likely be sent into a seizure during the opening titles alone. Taking inspiration from the Spider-Man comics (and we do mean every Spider-Man comic ever) along with every piece of Spider-Man media known to exist, Across the Spiderverse is at once a sprawling epic adventure with multiversal stakes and an incredibly focused personal story of growth, belonging, and morality perfectly woven together that will take at least ten rewatches to catch every little reference and easter egg. So slap on your spandex bodysuit, grab your mask, and join The Reel Film Chronicles as we explore the latest adventure from your friendly neighbourhood Spider-Folks. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) | directed by: Joaquim Dos Santos, Justin K. Thompson, Kemp Powers | starring: Shameik Moore - Hailee Steinfeld - Jason Schwartzman - Oscar Isaac - Brian Tyree-Henry - Luna Lauren Velez | Animation - Adventure - Science-Fiction - Action | 140 min https://reelfilmchronicles.com
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The Creator (2023)
| directed by: Scott Beck, Bryan Woods
| starring: Adam Driver - Ariana Greenblatt
| Science Fiction - Adventure - Action
| 92 min
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* Rated explicit for language.
The Creator (2023)
Since the dawn of civilization, humankind has looked up into the cosmos, and with our hearts and minds overcome by the vastness of eternity, we’ve silently pondered the ultimate question at the core of our existence: Why are robots so cool? The Creator is our latest attempt to answer this age-old quandary. Helmed by Gareth “Rogue One” Edwards, the film is a special effects showcase made for the big screen, and a rarity in this day and age: a big budget sci-fi blockbuster based on original idea. In a world where human beings and AI are locked in a struggle for existence, and nations wage wars based on ignorance and partisan ideologies with no room for compromise, go and watch The Creator and take a break from all of that nonsense. Instead, watch a bunch of cool human on robot action as everyone learns a valuable lesson about the power of love, and also about the need to blow up orbital weapons platforms that reign down death arbitrarily on the citizens of sovereign nations. Join your intrepid hosts at The Reel Film Chronicles to explore the world of The Creator and discover if this sci-fi dystopia is right for you. The Creator (2023) | directed by: Gareth Edwards | starring: John David Washington - Madeleine Yuna Voyles - Gemma Chan - Allison Janney - Ken Watanabe | Science Fiction - Thriller - Action | 134 min https://reelfilmchronicles.com
No One Will Save You (2023)
No One Will Save You (2023) | directed by: Brian Duffield | starring: Kaitlyn Dever - Elizabeth Kaluev | Thriller - Horror - Science Fiction | 93 min https://reelfilmchronicles.com
Talk to Me (2023)
In this universe, there are things known, and there are things unknown, and sometimes bridging that gap just takes a little conversation. Talk To Me is this year's breakout horror hit from Australia (which is totally a thing we expect from the Land Down Under every year), offering a unique take on the ghost story / demon possession genre and creating all kinds of buzz in the horror world. An underdog pack of teens battling supernatural forces: Oh you've seen that before, you say? Well, you're only half wrong. While the setup is as familiar as a beaten up old hockey mask, the execution puts a novel spin on some familiar horror tropes. You thought ghosts and demons were scary enough on their own? Well, Talk To Me takes it up a notch by using them as metaphors to explore such real-life horrors as grief, trauma, peer pressure, self harm, and drug use. So yeah. Scary and depressing. Let us in as we talk to you about Talk To Me, and discuss whether the film scratched that horror itch or made us want to gouge our own eyes out.
Talk to Me (2023)
| directed by: Michael Philippou, Danny Philippou
| starring: Sophie Wilde - Alexandra Jensen - Joe Bird - Otis Dhanji - Miranda Otto
| Thriller - Horror
| 95 min
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Fast X (2023)
Fast X (2023)
| directed by: Louis Leterrier
| starring: Vin Diesel - Michelle Rodriguez - Tyrese Gibson - Ludacris - John Cena - Jason Momoa
| Crime - Action - Thriller
| 142 min
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The Black Demon (2023)
The Black Demon (2023)
| directed by: Adrian Grünberg
| starring: Josh Lucas - Fernanda Urrejola - Julio Cedillo - Venus Ariel
| Thriller - Horror
| 101 min
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
| directed by: Michael Jelenic, Aaron Horvath
| starring: Chris Pratt - Anya Taylor-Joy - Charlie Day - Jack Black - Keegan-Michael Key
| Adventure - Comedy - Animation - Video Game
| 93 min
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Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre (2023)
OPERATION FORTUNE (2023)
| dir: Guy Ritchie
| Starring: Jason Statham - Aubrey Plaza - Josh Hartnett - Hugh Grant
| Comedy - Action - Thriller - Adventure
| 114 min
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Cocaine Bear (2023)
If there's one constant in the film industry, it's that the only sure way to improve a movie is to add copious amounts of cocaine, either behind or in front of the camera. If any movie proves this, it is certainly Cocaine Bear. Unleashed upon suspecting audiences after an incredibly effective marketing campaign, the bloody, drug-fuelled mayhem of the movie ironically serves as a sort of cinematic palate cleanser, offering a ridiculously fun escape from the drudgery of the real world. Stretching even the most liberal interpretation of the oft-invoked Hollywood mantra of "Based on a true story," Cocaine Bear is refreshing in that it makes no pretense of even trying to portray actual events, sticking mostly to the two things that make this movie such a fun ride: namely, the cocaine and the bear. Directed by the prolific Elizabeth Banks and including a colourful cast of oddball characters, Cocaine Bear is surely the kind of film that you want injected straight into your veins. Join your intrepid hosts as they break down the blood-soaked, drug-induced lunacy of Cocaine Bear. For if not to portray a wild animal out of its mind on cocaine brutally murdering people, then why was the medium of film even invented? COCAINE BEAR (2023) | dir: Elizabeth Banks | Starring: Keri Russell - Brooklynn Prince - Christian Convery | Thriller - Comedy - Crime | 96 min Our website: https://reelfilmchronicles.com -- Credits -- Opening Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
The Edge (1997)
THE EDGE (1997)
| dir: Lee Tamahori
| Starring: Anthony Hopkins - Alec Baldwin - Elle Machperson - Harold Perrineau
| action - adventure - drama - survival
| 117 min
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Opening Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
Closing Music by Lexin_Music from Pixabay
Renfield (2023)
RENFIELD (2023)
| directed by Chris McKay
| starring: Nicholas Hoult - Nicolas Cage - Awkwafina - Ben Schwartz
| Horror - Fantasy - Comedy
| 93 min
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Knock at the Cabin (2023)
KNOCK AT THE CABIN (2023)
| directed by M. Night Shyamalan
| starring: Dave Bautista - Jonathan Groff - Ben Aldridge - Kristen Cui - Nikki Amuka-Bird - Rupert Grint
| horror - thriller - mystery
| 100 min
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Day Shift (2022)
DAY SHIFT (2022)
| directed by J.J. Perry
| starring: Jamie Foxx - Dave Franco - Natasha Liu Bordizzo - Meagan Good - Zion Broadnax - Snoop Dogg
| horror - action - fantasy - comedy
| 113 min
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Infinity Pool (2023)
Sometimes we all need a little vacation. A little time in the sun. A few drinks. Some good food. Chance encounters with charming strangers. Clandestine hand jobs. Accidental homicides. Drug-fuelled orgies. Human cloning. You know. The usual regimen of rest and relaxation. Welcome to Infinity Pool. Have you ever considered how spending some time getting away from it all you might be inadvertently (or not-so-inadvertently) contributing to the exploitation and appropriation of other cultures and nations? Well, forget about taking another guilt-free vacation ever again, because Infinity Pool takes a scathing look at the battle for one man's soul while also turning an uncomfortably critical eye on the tourism industry. Brought to you by the twisted mind of Brandon Cronenberg, son of David Cronenberg, this is not a movie for the squeamish or the faint of heart. Playing in the same thematic sandbox as his father, Cronenberg II definitively carves out his own cinematic territory with his third film. Would a consequence-free world to be an opportunity to explore the boundaries of pleasure and pain and dance upon that thin line between ecstasy and depravity or would it create a moral hellscape, a perpetual state of perdition from which there is no salvation, from forces either internal or external? Join your intrepid hosts and dip your toes into the Infinity Pool to explore a veritable tsunami of moral, philosophical, and existential quandaries that will no doubt seep into the deepest, darkest regions of your mind. Just make sure not to eat anything for at least a half an hour before listening to this episode.
INFINITY POOL (2023)
| directed by Brandon Cronenberg | starring: Alexander Skarsgard - Mia Goth - Cleopatra Coleman - Jalil Lespert | horror - science-fiction - thriller | 118 min
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Prey (2022)
PREY (2022)
| directed by Dan Trachtenberg
| starring: Amber Midthunder - Dakota Beavers - Michelle Thrush - Stormee Kipp
| thriller - science-fiction - action
| 100 min
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Top 10 Movies of 2022
The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
Tie up your donkey and come on down to the pub to grab a pint with the Reel Film Chronicles as we discuss the The Banshees of Inisherin. Set on the... let's call them "sunny" shores of a remote Irish island in the early 1920s, Banshees follows the aftermath of the fallout between two longtime friends. This deteriorating friendship sets into motion a darkly comedic series of events involving beatings, destruction of property, and unnecessary amputations. Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell reunite with writer/director Martin McDonagh for another tragicomic outing, fulfilling the destinies foretold by the Fates after the success of In Bruges back in the mist-shrouded days of yore in the ancient past of 2008. Can the trio recapture the magic they first conjured up 14 years ago? Listen in to find out if Banshees of Inisherin was blessed with the luck of the Irish or if its demise was presaged as though by the mythical creature from whence the film takes its very name.
THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (2022)
| directed by Martin McDonagh
| starring: Colin Farrell - Brendan Gleeson - Kerry Condon - Barry Keoghan
| drama - comedy
| 114 min
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Opening Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
Closing Music by Zakhar Valaha from Pixabay
Crimes of the Future (2022)
Do you enjoy deconstructing hierarchies of sexual, political, and artistic power within our society? Have you ever depicted stunning imagery blurring the lines between pleasure and pain? Have you ever found yourself described as "body horror?" Do you find yourself consistently having to work on a very tight budget, often with support from Telefilm Canada? Have you ever had to have your violence toned down by some kind of ratings board? Well then, you might be a David Cronenberg film. One of Canada's favourite sons is back with his latest and greatest, Crimes of the Future. Fully encapsulating all phases of his earlier work, Cronenberg's newest endeavour is as much an ode to his own repertoire as it is a movie in its own right. Set in a dystopic future where humanity is forced to face - or deny - the next stage in our evolution, Crimes of the Future dares to ask questions about how future generations will adapt to an environment increasingly darkened by the shadow of the byproducts of our industrialized society. It also asks questions about the artistic relevance of a mutant man covered in human ears and many other pressing social and political issues. Crimes of the Future has all of the hallmarks of a David Cronenberg joint, but does it stack up to his earlier work? And if it does, is Cronenberg even your particular cup of tea? Listen in to the latest episode of the Reel Film Chronicles as we dissect Crimes of the Future, and decide whether you've found your next hidden gem you won't shut up about to family and friends or you'd rather sit in a bathroom eating a garbage can before being suffocated by your own mother. Either way, welcome to the wonderful world of David Cronenberg.
CRIMES OF THE FUTURE (2022)
| directed by David Cronenberg
| starring: Viggo Mortensen - Lea Seydoux - Scott Speedman - Kristen Stewart
| horror - drama - sci-fi
| 107 min
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00:00 - Introduction, Overview and Cronenberg
12:04 - Feature Film Discussion
56:12 - Ratings
59:42 - Final Thoughts and Closing
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Opening Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
Closing Music by Lexin_Music from Pixabay
Nope (2022)
NOPE (2022)
| directed by Jordan Peele
| starring: Daniel Kaluuya - Keke Palmer - Brandon Perea - Steven Yeun - Michael Wincott
| thriller - sci-fi - horror
| 130 min
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Opening Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
Closing Music by scaperlee from Pixabay
RRR (2022)
RRR (2022)
| directed by S. S. Rajamouli
| starring: N. T. Rama Rao Jr. - Ram Charan - Alia Bhatt - Ajay Devgn - Ray Stevenson
| action - drama
| 187 min
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Opening Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
Closing Music by Lexin_Music from Pixabay
Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER (2022)
| directed by James Cameron
| starring: Sam Worthington - Zoe Saldana - Sigourney Weaver - Stephen Lang - Kate Winslet
| science-fiction - action - adventure
| 192 min
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Opening Music by Twisterium from Pixabay
The Fabelmans (2022)
THE FABELMANS (2022)
| directed by Steven Spielberg
| starring: Gabriel LaBelle - Michelle Williams - Paul Dano - Seth Rogen
| drama
| 151 min
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Spiderhead (2022)
SPIDERHEAD (2022)
| directed by Joseph Kosinski
| starring: Miles Teller - Chris Hemsworth - Jurnee Smollett - Mark Paguio
| science-fiction - thriller
| 106 min
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The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
| directed by Brian Henson
| starring: Michael Caine - Kermit the Frog - The Great Gonzo - Miss Piggy
| holiday - music - family - fantasy - comedy
| 89 min
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The Gray Man (2022)
THE GRAY MAN (2022)
| directed by Anthony and Joe Russo
| starring: Ryan Gosling - Chris Evans - Ana de Armas - Billy Bob Thornton
| action - thriller
| 128 min
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Dual (2022)
DUAL (2022)
| directed by Riley Stearns
| starring: Karen Gillan - Aaron Paul - Beulah Koale - Theo James
| science-fiction - thriller
| 95 min
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Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)
The Batman (2022)
Deadstream (2022)
Scream (2022)
SCREAM 2022
directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett
starring: Neve Campbell | Courteney Cox | David Arquette | Melissa Barrera | Jenna Ortega | Jack Quaid | Mikey Madison
horror / thriller / mystery | 114 min
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Robocop (1987)
Stephen King's IT (1990, 2017 and 2019)
IT | 2017 | directed by Andy Muschietti
starring: Jaeden Martell | Jeremy Ray Taylor | Sophia Lillis | Finn Wolfhard | Chosen Jacobs | Jack Dylan Grazer | Wyatt Oleff | Bill Skarsgard
horror / fantasy | 135 min
-- CHAPTERS --
00:00 - Introduction
7:42 - Initial Impressions
12:34 - IT (2017)
40:01 - IT: Chapter Two
55:09 - IT (1990)
1:10:14 - Ratings
1:17:20 - The Book + Closing Comments
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The Adam Project (2022)
THE ADAM PROJECT | 2022 | directed by Shawn Levy
starring Ryan Reynolds | Walker Scobell | Mark Ruffalo | Jennifer Garner | Zoe Saldana | Catherine Keener
science-fiction / action / adventure / comedy | 106 min
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00:00 - Introduction
04:34 - Feature Discussion
29:39 - Special Effects
41:14 - Ratings
45:26 - Ryan Reynolds
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Space Sweepers (2021)
SPACE SWEEPERS | 2021 | directed by Jo Sung-hee
starring Song Joong-ki | Kim Tae-ri | Yoo Hae-jin | Jin Sun-kyu | Richard Armitage
science-fiction / drama / fantasy | 136 min
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00:00 - Introduction
01:29 - Overview
04:25 - Space Sweepers
46:12 - Ratings
53:30 - Final Thoughts
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Donnie Darko (2001)
DONNIE DARKO | 2001 | directed by Richard Kelly
starring Jake Gyllenhaal | Jena Malone | James Duval | Drew Barrymore | Beth Grant
mystery / drama / fantasy | 114 min
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