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The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Third Annual Ward Awards (feat. Brent, Chase, and Brett)In this episode, Blaine and his esteemed panel go through what they thought were the best performances and technical achievements of the year.Timecodes:(0:00) Intro(7:11) Best Movie 5 Years Ago [2019](17:17) Best Supporting Actor(28:32) Best Supporting Actress(41:48) Best Cinematography(53:41) Best Score(1:03:36) Best Performance in a Bad Movie(1:08:48) Best Actor(1:21:17) Best Actress(1:33:30) Best Director(1:42:29) Best PictureIntro Music: Happy Days by Simon FolwarIntro Music from Uppbeat (free...2025-02-241h 48The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Best Movies of 2024: Part Two (feat. The Guests of 2024)In this episode, Blaine rounds out the end of the year with a conversation with returning guests Matty, Ian, Jackson, Haydon, and Spencer to talk about the best films of the year. Matty- Kneecap/ Dune:Part Two Ian- Queer/Monkey Man Jackson- The Brutalist/ The Sweet East Haydon- Challengers/Baby Invasion Spencer- ?/The Substance Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License...2025-01-1053 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Best Movies of 2024: Part One (feat. The Guests of 2024)It's that time of year! In this episode, Blaine grabs all of his guests that have been on the pod to talk about their favorite films of the year. From Wild Robots to giant sandworms, franchise re-inventions and (checks notes) hundreds of beavers? That can't be right! Timecodes: (0:00) Blaine- Dune: Part Two & Challengers/Nickel Boys & I Saw The TV Glow     Sydney- Quiet Place:Day One /The Wild Robot (6:11) Hannah - Love Lies Bleeding/Mean Girls (16:04) Brent- Nosferatu/The Bikeriders (29:43) Chase- The Brutalist/ Sing Sing...2025-01-082h 15The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardWicked and Top 10 Movie Musicals (feat. Will)Wicked is here! Blaine and recurring guest Will break down the new smash hit adaptation of the Broadway phenomenon. After a discussion of the highs and lows, they then reveal their favorite movie musicals. Timecodes: (0:00) Wicked (38:18) Top 10 Movie Musicals2024-12-051h 22The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardGladiator II and the Ridley Scott Retrospective (feat. Brent)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brent break down the career of one Sir Ridley Scott, one of the signature directors working today, from sci-fi swings, to swords and sandals epics, to whatever the heck House of Gucci was. They then transition to talk about the long awaited Gladiator II. Does it work? Are you not entertained? Timecodes: (0:00) Ridley Scott Retrospective (1:29:05) Gladiator II Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io...2024-11-271h 52The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardMy Old Ass and the Best Coming-of-Age Movies (feat. Payton)In this episode Blaine and special guest Payton break down the new comedy drama My Old Ass and then both reveal some of their favorite films from the coming-of-age genre from book adaptations, to tear-jerkers, to classics. (0:00) My Old Ass Discussion -Spoilers around (9:00) (15:20) Favorite Coming of Age Films Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2024-11-211h 21The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardJoker: Folie a Deux/Megalopolis (feat. Jacob)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Jacob break down two of this fall's most anticipated offerings: the comic book musical (?) sequel Joker: Folie a Deux and Francis Ford Coppola's new auteur epic Megalopolis. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2024-10-1648 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardRandom Movie Roulette (feat. Ian)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Ian chat about three movies that Ian has recently seen: the emotional rollercoaster Inside Out, the ambitious dramedy Funny People, and the visually stunning Mandy. Check out Ian's podcast: RadioActive Official Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@radioactiveofficialpodcast/videos Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2024-09-2448 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardTop 10 Sickest Movie Weapons (feat. Will)In this episode, Blaine and recurring guest Will have one simple question: what are the coolest movie weapons of all time? They have both comprised a list of 10 weapons each and chaos ensues. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2024-09-1750 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe 2024 Horror Movie Catchup (feat. Cameron)In this episode, Blaine and special guest Cameron go through all of 2024's horror movies, from two nun-based films, to indie attempts, to lesser known favorites. Timecodes: (4:30) Late Night with The Devil (10:19) Immaculate (15:17) The First Omen (20:36) In A Violent Nature (27:53) Tarot (36:25) MaXXXine (48:40) Longlegs (57:27) Trap (1:04:11) Cuckoo (1:09:43) Oddity Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar...2024-09-101h 18The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Best Movie Franchise Bracket (feat. Ronnie and Charles)In this episode, Blaine and recurring guests Ronnie and Charles return for the annual bracket podcast, this time discussing what the best movie franchise is. Spider-Man? Batman? Mad Max? Despicable Me? Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2024-09-033h 04The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardAlien: Romulus and the Alien/Predator Ranking (feat. Charles)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Charles break down the new installment in the Alien franchise: Alien: Romulus. Is the franchise back? Are facehuggers the scariest creature on God's green earth? After pondering these questions, they then have to agree on a ranking of every single Alien and Predator movie to potentially divisive results. Timecodes: (0:00) Alien: Romulus Spoiler Discussion (36:25) Alien/Predator Ranking Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t...2024-08-281h 25The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Conjuring Retrospective (feat. LK)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest LK go through each of the Conjuring movies (there's 9?) and talk about their respective thoughts on the scares, the spirits, and whether these movies hold any staying power. Then they each bring their own Conjuring rankings and chaos ensues. Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (15:40) The Conjuring (28:02) Annabelle (40:19) The Conjuring 2 (57:25) Annabelle: Creation (1:16:40) The Nun (1:30:13) The Curse of La Llorona (1:39:37) Annabelle Comes Home (1:48:02) The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (1:58:19) The...2024-08-192h 35The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardWE'RE BACK! 2024 Recap and Pod UpdatesIn this episode, Blaine finally found his podcast password. Only took him 5 months. Blaine gives some updates on the state of the pod, what to look forward to, and talks about all the big movies he's missed, from Challengers to Furiosa to Deadpool and Wolverine. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2024-08-1345 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardKung Fu Panda 4 and Top 10 DreamWorks Movies (feat. Zach)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Zach discuss the new Kung Fu Panda sequel and whether or not it lives up to the previous entries in the franchise. They then each reveal a list of their favorite films from the Dreamworks company. Timecodes: (0:00) Kung Fu Panda 4 (29:45) Top 10 Dreamworks Movies Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2024-03-181h 07The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardDune: Part Two (feat. Chase)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Chase finally break down the highly anticipated Dune sequel. They talk sandworms, religious subtext, and adaptation changes. Is this the new Star Wars? How do they get off the worm? Is this the biggest 'we are so back' movie ever? Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2024-03-141h 12The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe 2024 Pre-Oscars Draft (feat. Haydon, Matty, Jackson, Spencer, and Ian)In this episode Blaine and special guests Haydon, Matty, Jackson, Spencer, and Ian discuss the Oscar nominations for the upcoming ceremony and come up with a draft where they compete to see whose picks can take home the Oscar gold! Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2024-02-291h 27The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Second Annual Ward Awards (feat. Brent, Chase, and Brett)In this episode, its a wonderful day for the Ward Awards where Blaine and a panel of previous guests (including Chase, as well as Brett and Brent from the Cine-Rivals podcast) break down what they think the best performances and achievements of 2023. Witness the chaos unfold as they reveal nominations and winners for a bunch of categories and debate a numerous amount of takes. Timecodes: (0:00) Opening Ceremony (8:12) Best Movie 5 Years Ago - 2018 (18:21) Best Supporting Actor (27:20) Best Supporting Actress (36:40) Best Cinematography (47:15) Best Score2024-02-221h 58The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardPercy Jackson & The Olympians - Season 1 (feat. Hannah)In this episode, Blaine and recurring guest Hannah break down the Disney+ Percy Jackson show. They talk adaptation, structure, and comparisons with the books and movies. Did this work? Listen to find out Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2024-02-1440 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Best Movies of 2023 (feat. the Guests of 2023)In this episode Blaine wrangles together his numerous guests to each give their favorite movies and wild cards of 2023. From big bombs, to plastic patriarchy, from spider-verses, to impossible missions, what did people enjoy this year? Timecodes: (0:00) Blaine- All of Us Strangers/Talk To Me   Sydney- Wonka/Barbie (6:06) Nico- John Wick Chapter 4/MI: Dead Reckoning Part One ~ Nimona (15:54) AJ- Oppenheimer/Spider-Man: Across the Spider Verse (21:43) Brent- Poor Things/The Creator (31:28) Chase- Oppenheimer/Radical (39:14) Brett- TMNT: Mutant Mayhem/The Holdovers ...2024-01-152h 23The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardWish and the Disney Musical Ranking (feat. Charles)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Charles break down the new Disney musical Wish. After talking about the movie, they must agree on a ranking of 16 Disney Musicals. Deals will be made, lines will be crossed, and through blood, sweat, and tears, they have to put aside their differences and compromise. (0:00) Wish Discussion (SPOILERS) (27:15) Disney Musical Ranking2023-12-031h 27The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Muppet Retrospective (feat. Brett)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brett play the music and light the lights, talking about all things Muppets from their cultural impact to numerous cinematic outputs, from their multiple tv shows to all the Christmas specials, before capping the episode off with a list of their favorite Muppets. Timecodes: (10:45) The Muppet Show (17:15) The Muppet Movie (23:55) The Great Muppet Caper (29:23) The Muppets Take Manhattan (36:19) The Muppet Christmas Carol (47:35) Muppet Treasure Island (53:20) Muppets from Space (58:15) The Muppets (2011) 2023-11-302h 03The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardFive Nights at Freddys (feat. LK)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest LK talk about the new hit horror movie Five Nights at Freddy. They attempt to break down all the lore from the video games and if you can translate that to adaptation. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2023-11-2456 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Scorsese Retrospective (feat. Brent)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brent break down the career of cinema legend Martin Scorsese. From gangster films to religious epics, they go through his entire film career before discussing the much anticipated Killers of the Flower Moon, capping off with their respective top 10 Scorsese Films. Timecodes: (6:50) Scorsese Retrospective (1:22:55) Killers of the Flower Moon (1:37:57) Top 10 Scorsese Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days 2023-11-011h 44The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Exorcist: Believer (feat. Jacob)In this episode Blaine and special guest Jacob talk about the new horror legacy sequel The Exorcist: Believer and the state of horror movies right now. Does the power of Christ compel you? Was this revamp a good idea? Are horror movies in trouble? Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2023-10-2049 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Creator, Saw X and More! (feat. Chase)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Chase talk about some new releases from the streaming music drama Flora and Son, the relationship thriller Fair Play, the horror continuation Saw X, and the new sci-fi epic The Creator. Timecodes: (1:45) Flora and Son (14:25) Fair Play (26:12) Saw X (SPOILERS) (41:45) The Creator (SPOILERS) Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J 2023-10-181h 08The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardPercy Jackson Trailer Reaction and Analysis (feat. Hannah)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Hannah watch the Percy Jackson teaser in real time on the podcast and reveal their thoughts on the pod. They talk about adapting TV, the Disney+ streaming model, and the goals that this show can hopefully reach. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2023-10-1028 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardOppenheimer and the Nolan Retrospective/Ranking (feat. Johnny)In this episode, Blaine and recurring guest Johnny unleash their inner filmbro to talk about Christopher Nolan, arguably one of the biggest voices in Hollywood blockbusters right now. They break down his entire career and each of his movie from inter dimensional bookshelves to spinning tops, batmen to temporal pincer movements, to his newest film Oppenheimer. They then give their respective rankings of his works. Timecodes: (8:41) Following (13:10) Memento (18:34) Insomnia (23:30) Batman Begins (30:36) The Prestige (37:43) The Dark Knight (45:00) Inception (51:19) The...2023-08-241h 29The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardBarbie (feat. Nathan P)It's finally here! The Barbie movie is out ad in this episode Blaine and returning guest Nathan embrace their inner Kenergy to talk about one of the biggest movies of the year. They discuss Greta Gerwig, Ryan Gosling and all things beach. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2023-08-1454 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Mission Impossible Retrospective Crossover Special: Part 1 (feat. Chase, Brent, and Brett)In this super duper crossover event Blaine and returning guests Chase and the host of Cine-Rivals Brent and Brett break down their favorite action franchise Mission Impossible and the first four movies in the franchise. Is Tom Cruise the president of movies? Does anybody know what the Rabbits Foot is? Is MI-2 secretly underrated?? Find out all this and more in this two part crossover special. Part Two of this conversation: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Up2cuBSHcSBXfDwtGwJBC?si=V2yjKaK5QO6lW_3busw_FA Timecodes: (7:36) Mission...2023-07-2458 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Indiana Jones Retrospective (feat. Kyler)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Kyler talk about their favorite archeologist Indiana Jones and break down the first four movies and what makes Indy such an icon before talking about the new release of Dial of Destiny where they both reveal their thoughts on how this new chapter turned out. Timecodes: (0:00) Raiders of the Lost Ark (16:57) Temple of Doom (33:12) Last Crusade (49:22) Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (1:04:57) Dial of Destiny SPOILERS Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar ...2023-07-241h 41The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Best Picture Winner Bracket (feat. Ronnie and Charles)In this episode Blaine and returning guests Charles and Ronnie have a new bracket: the 32 most recent winners of the Best Picture Academy Award. Blood will be spilled, friendships will be tested, and wars will be won in the process of figuring out what the best Best Picture winner is. From Moonlight to English Patient, from Chicago to Parasite, and from Lord of the Rings to American Beauty, only one can win. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t...2023-07-192h 50The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardSpider Man: Across the Spider-Verse (feat. Nick)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Nick talk about the new animated Spider Man sequel, Across The Spider-Verse. They talk about Spider Man's legacy, what makes this a great sequel, and what they are setting up for the sequel. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2023-06-1242 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Succession Finale and the TV Landscape (feat. Dexter)In this episode Blaine and special guest Dexter break down the finale of one of the best shows on TV: Succession. They discuss favorite characters, tv endings, and the thematic ideas the show weaves through the narrative. They then expand to talk about where TV is at right now in 2023. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2023-06-0451 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardFast X and Summer Movie Preview (feat. Chase)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Chase break down the newest installment of the Fast Saga: Fast X. They talk Jason Momoa, franchise endings and most importantly family before wondering what comes next. Afterwards they both look at what movies are coming out this summer and give their thoughts. Spider-Men, Kracken, and Dials of Destiny? Oh my! Timecodes: (0:00) Fast X (45:50) Summer Movie Preview Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io...2023-05-271h 20The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardGuardians Vol. 3 and Evil Dead Rise (feat. Will)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Will talk about their experience with the Evil Dead franchise where they work out unresolved trauma live on the pod. They talk necronomicons, tonal shifts, and Bruce Campbell before delving into their thoughts on the new installment, Evil Dead Rise. They the pivot to the latest (and best?) MCU installment Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 and talk about what makes a top tier Marvel film, James Gunn's brilliant directorial instincts, and the importance of endings. Timecodes: (0:00) Evil Dead Rise and the Evil Dead franchise 2023-05-1459 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardHereditary, Midsommar, and Beau is Afraid (feat. Brent)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brent are both afraid and traumatized by the work of Ari Aster so they decide instead of therapy, to pod about it. They talk about the midway point of the final seasons of Succession and Barry before diving into the family trouble filmography of a modern horror legend. Heads will roll will Hereditary, the sun won't shine anymore with Midsommar, and Beau is Afraid... is something else entirely. Timecodes: (1:30) Succession Season 4  (11:35) Barry Season 4 (19:50) Hereditary (36:20) Midsommar (49:25) Beau is A...2023-04-291h 09The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardJohn Wick: Chapter 4 (feat. Zach)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Zach break down the new installment of the John Wick franchise in spoiler fashion and talk about the legacy of this series in the action movie hall of fame. Is this one of the best action movies of the decade? How does the Continental finance system operate? They also talk about the incredible action sequences and where the franchise can go from here. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days2023-04-0845 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardCreed III & Scream VI (feat. Brendan)In this episode, Blaine and recurring guest Brendan talk about some spring sequels starting with the 3rd installment of the Creed trilogy. They talk director flair, the Rocky lack, and the franchise future before jumping into the latest Scream outing in spoiler fashion. They talk Ghostface, NYC, and stab logic before getting into their updated franchise ranking. Timecodes: (4:25) Creed III (27:00) Scream VI SPOILERS Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days2023-03-261h 06The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe 2023 Oscar Ceremony and Shazam! Fury of the Gods (feat. Chase)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Chase talk about the recent Shazam sequel, how it compares to the first, and what DC's plans are for this universe. They then pivot to talk about the recent Academy Award ceremony and the winners of all the categories. Is All Quiet overrated? Is the EEAAO sweep deserved? Tune in to find out! Timecodes: (0:00) Shazam! Fury of the Gods (22:47) The 2023 Oscars Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): 2023-03-191h 33The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe First Annual Ward Awards (feat. Brett, Chase, and Brent)In this episode, its a wonderful day for the Ward Awards where Blaine and a panel of previous guests (including Chase and Brett and Brent from the Cine-Rivals podcast) break down what they think the best performances and achievements of 2022. Witness the chaos unfold as they reveal nominations and winners for a bunch of categories and debate a numerous amount of takes. Timecodes: (0:00) Opening Ceremony (8:45) Best Supporting Actor (18:30) Best Supporting Actress (27:28) Best Animated Picture (35:29) Best Cinematography (43:25) Best Score (52:30) Best Actor2023-02-101h 37The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardBabylon and Top 10 Anticipated Movies of 2023 (feat. AJ)In this episode, Blaine and special guest AJ break down the divisive Hollywood epic Babylon. They discuss the performances snd structure, the insane debauchery on display, and if it really is the ode to cinema that some people frame it as. Afterwards, they both create a list of the movies that they look forward to in this new year. Timecodes: (0:00) Babylon SPOILERS (53:38) Top 10 Anticipated Movies of 2023 Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t...2023-02-041h 15The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe 2023 Oscar Noms, M3gan, and Plane (feat. Nico)In this episode, Blaine and special guest Nico ring in the new year by talking about two surprisingly solid January releases: the new horror-comedy M3gan which has take the world by storm and the new Gerard Butler action epic Plane. They then break down all the nominations for this years Oscars ceremony along with picks and predictions. Where's Jackass Forever? The people demand an answer!!! Timecodes: (3:33) M3gan (15:54) Plane (23:31) 2023 Oscar Noms Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music...2023-01-291h 15The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Best Movies of 2022 (feat. the Guests of 2022)In this episode, Blaine grabs the guest that were on in the past year to talk about their favorite movies of the year. From space whales to murderous holiday icons, from bat-men to basements, and fighter jets to hot dog fingers, let the madness commence! Timecodes: (0:00) Blaine - EEAAO/RRR             Sydney -Glass Onion/Avatar: The Way of Water (5:18) Jaden - Banshees of Inisherin/Barbarian (10:30) Brendan - Elvis/Jurassic World: Dominion (19:04) Johnny - The Batman/Men (22:05) Nathan - EEAAO/Catherine Called Birdy (26:35) Ji...2023-01-071h 59The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardAvatar: The Way of Water and Top 5 Water Movies (feat. Will)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Will talk about the new Avatar film from James Cameron. They talk about the ballsy story decisions, the beautiful imagery, and the blockbuster landscape that these movies fit into before jumping into what the best Water movies are. What does that mean? Find out! Timecodes: (0:00) Avatar: The Way of Water SPOILERS (55:10) Top 5 Water Movies Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days2022-12-231h 06The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardGlass Onion, Fabelmans, and Other Holiday Releases (feat. Chase)So many movies! In this episode, Blaine and recurring guest Chase talk about an onslaught of films we got over the Thanksgiving Holiday ranging from awards fare to murder mysteries, animated adventures to (checks notes) cannibal romances? Tune in to hear our opinions on all these movies! Can we spread them out next year please? Timecodes: (3:34) She Said (11:41) Devotion (20:10) The Menu (29:18) Spirited (39:45) Strange World (47:38) Guillermo Del Toro’s Pinocchio (53:15) Bones and All (1:05:59) The Fabelmans SPOILERS (1:25:26) Glass On...2022-12-031h 54The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 55: 2022 Fall Movie Catchup (feat. Nick)In this episode Blaine and special guest Nick run through some of the films that have released in the past couple weeks from black atoms to black panthers and banshees to blondes. They talk about what they liked and didn't like and then they look forward to what the rest of the year holds. Timecodes: (5:37) Black Adam (20:24) Triangle of Sadness (28:15) Blonde (33:09) Aftersun (40:32) Decision to Leave (46:34) The Banshees of Inisherin (53:34) Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (1:06:27) Upcoming Winter Movies 2022-11-191h 18The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 54: Halloween Ends and the Best Horror Movies of the Past 10 Years (feat. Brendan)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brendan break down the finale to the lega-sequel horror trilogy Halloween Ends where they talk about their mixed reactions, how this functions as a trilogy capper and whether or not it was satisfying. Afterwards they decide to go through the past decade of horror films from 2012 to 2022 and pick their favorite horror movies of each year.  Timecodes: (1:00) Halloween Ends SPOILERS (41:08) Best Horror Movies of the Past Decade Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music f...2022-10-221h 31The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 53: Don't Worry Darling and Our Favorite Psychological Thrillers (feat. Nathan P)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Nathan talk about the hotly anticipated Don't Worry Darling where they navigate their feelings on the reveals, the cast, and the behind the scenes drama that everyone has been talking about. Afterwards they both bring some of their favorite psychological thrillers to the table. Timecodes: (0:00) Don’t Worry Darling (5:47) SPOILERS (33:50) The Drama (47:19) Our Favorite Psychological Thrillers Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ht...2022-10-051h 07The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 52: Heat and the Michael Mann Rankings (feat. Brent)In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brent stick by a strict code and dress up in their best suits to first discuss Barbarian, the surprise horror hit without giving away the numerous surprises in store. They then talk about Heat, one of the best crime movies ever made and why it still holds up while also talking about the book sequel and fan casting a remake. Afterward the guys give their top 10 Mann films before they feel the heat around the corner. Timecodes: (1:54) Barbarian Spoiler Free Thoughts (10:31) HEAT 2022-09-171h 41The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 51: The Best Space Movie Bracket (feat. Charles and Ronnie)In this episode Blaine, returning guest Ronnie, and special guest Charles devise a list of 32 space movies and face them off in a tournament style bracket to figure out what the best space movie is. Friendships will be broken, insults will be hurled, and lines will be crossed. What could take home the crown? Alien? Star Wars? Contact? Listen and find out! Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (2:24) The Players (12:24) Round 1 with 32 (1:24:15) Sweet 16 (1:39:26) Elite 8 (1:42:22) Final 4 Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon...2022-09-041h 49The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 50: The Room, The Disaster Artist, and Nope (feat. Brendan)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Brendan celebrate the 50th episode of the pod by first breaking down Nope, and how Jordan Peele is becoming one of the best filmmakers working today. They then turn their eyes to The Room, Tommy Wiseau's masterpiece of bad cinema and the biopic of how the Room was made, The Disaster Artist. Timecodes: (1:05) Nope SPOILERS (25:38) The Room (46:42) The Disaster Artist Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):2022-07-301h 04The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 49: Thor: Love and Thunder/Summer Catchup (feat. Brett)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Brett go through a bunch of TV shows and movies from this summer in spoiler fashion, from the insane confidence of The Boys, to the divisive aspects of Obi-Wan. After discussing Elvis and Minions, they launch into an argument about the newly released Thor film, its merit, the tone, and the state of the MCU. Timecodes: (2:44) Obi-Wan Kenobi (16:08) Stranger Things 4 Vol. 2 (27:49) The Boys Season 3 (35:00) Elvis (43:45) Minions: The Rise of Gru (50:15) Thor: Love and Thunder 2022-07-161h 22The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 48: Toy Story and Lightyear (feat. Beth)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Beth chat about all 4 Toy Story movies, recapping favorite moments and characters before turning to Lightyear, a movie that few can describe what the movie actually is...  Timecodes: (5:25) Toy Story (15:46) Toy Story 2 (23:18) Toy Story 3 (35:04) Toy Story 4 (40:56) Lightyear Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2022-06-2456 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 47: Top Gun: Maverick and Top 5 Tom Cruise Films (feat. Will)In this episode Blaine and special guest Will break down a bunch of new and exciting tv shows and movies. They give spoiler free thoughts on Kenobi, the new Disney+ Star Wars show and the first half of the 4th season of Stranger Things. They then blast off to talk the long awaited Top Gun sequel and why it absolutely rules. Finally they wrap up by listing their favorite Tom Cruise movies and why he's quite possibly the last A-lister we have left. Timecodes: (0:00) Kenobi Thoughts (12:51) Stranger Things 4 Vol1 Thoughts2022-06-031h 31The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 46: The Best and Worst Animated Sequels (feat. Emma)In this episode Blaine and special guest Emma talk about the highs and lows of animated sequels which each of them bring their own top 5 lists to the table. Revelations, betrayals, and confessions lie ahead. Is Madagascar the weirdest trilogy of all time? Whats the best Toy Story sequel? Remember direct to dvd Disney sequels? All will be revealed... Timecodes: (0:00) The Bad (34:13) The Good Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days2022-05-281h 09The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 45: Doctor Strange MoM, Moon Knight, and Top 5 MCU Movies (feat. Kyler)In this episode Blaine and special guest Kyler completely sell out and revoke their film student cards by talking about all things Marvel. They discuss the first season of Moon Knight and how it stacks up to the other Disney Plus shows. They then talk about the new Sam Raimi directed Doctor Strange sequel where they wonder whether the visual style of an auteur can outweigh the mechanics of Kevin Feige's empire. Finally they each reveal their top 5 MCU films. Timecodes: (0:00) Moon Knight SPOILERS (21:14) Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of...2022-05-161h 17The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 44: Percy Jackson and the Olympians (feat. Hannah)In this episode Blaine and special guest and Percy Jackson aficionado Hannah revisit the cinematic attempt to bring the beloved Percy Jackson series to the big screen with The Lightning Thief and Sea of Monsters. After treading through rough territory, they then talk about what they want from the DIsney+ show, how to adapt the story correctly, and a fancasting that proves Blaine might not be as good at fancasting as he thinks. Timecodes: (5:56) The Lightning Thief (19:30) Sea of Monsters (34:53) Disney+ Show Hopes/Fancasting 2022-04-2553 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 43: Rocky Horror Picture Show/EEAAO (feat. LK)In this episode Blaine and special guest LK give a hearty recommendation for the multiverse action movie Everything Everywhere All At Once (GO WATCH IT PLEASE) before diving into the cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show. They discuss Tim Curry, Time-Warps, the legacy of this movie, and how this holds up. Timecodes:  (0:00) Everything Everywhere All At Once (7:30) The Rocky Horror Picture Show Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.i...2022-04-1542 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 42: The 2022 Oscars Ceremony (feat. Taylor G.)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Taylor talk about the craziest Oscar ceremony in recent memory. They recount the much debated Slap, talk about the highs and lows of the ceremony before jumping into the winners. Can this ceremony be salvaged? Did Oscar really slap Marty? Is this the last Oscars? Timecodes: (0:00) The Slap (11:03) The Ceremony (22:34) The Winners (1:03:23) What Now? Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat...2022-04-021h 14The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 41: The History of Best Animated Feature (feat. The Cine-Rivals)In this episode Blaine grabs Brett and Brent from the Cine-Rivals podcast to talk about every Best Animated Picture Oscar competition from 2001 to 2021. They talk about the winners, losers and snubs while touching on various subjects like the value of a 4th Toy Story, Shrek's cultural footprint, and how Rango absolutely rules. Listen to the Cine-Rivals podcast wherever you find your podcasts! Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License...2022-03-251h 30The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 40: The Batman and Batmen Rankings (feat. Brendan)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brendan gush about The Batman in spoiler fashion, from the refreshing tone to the performances to the best moments of the film. They then decide to rank all theatrical Batman actors all the way from Adam West to Robert Pattinson. Chaos ensues! Timecodes: (0:00) The Batman SPOILER Discussion (54:55) Batmen Ranked Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2...2022-03-111h 29The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 39: Peacemaker and DC Rankings (feat. Jimmy)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Jimmy discuss the new HBO show Peacemaker, John Cena and their mutual affection for James Gunn. They then rank the DC films from Snyder cuts, to female directed outings, to sheer campy craziness. Timecodes: (0:00) Peacemaker (39:12) DC Rankings Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2022-03-041h 47The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 38: The 2022 Oscar Nominations (feat. Nathan P)In this episode Blaine and special guest Nathan chat about the recent Oscar nominations. They talk about predictions, snubs, the strange host decision and the relevancy of the Oscars in 2022. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2022-02-2559 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 37: We Need To Talk About Ryan Reynolds (feat. Johnny)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Johnny go through Ryan Reynolds filmography and break down his career from his highest highs to the lowest lows. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2022-02-051h 09The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 36: The Scream Retrospective (feat. Brendan and Ben)In this episode Blaine and returning guests Brendan and Ben break down all 5 Scream films taking a look back at the highs and lows of the meta slasher franchise.  Timecodes: (2:10) Scream (24:05) Scream 2 (43:40) Scream 3 (57:15) Scream 4 (1:11:43) Scream 5 (1:41:55) Ben Scream Ranking (1:46:03) Brendan Scream Ranking (1:48:44) Blaine Scream Ranking Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J2022-01-281h 51The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 35: Punch-Drunk-Love/Licorice Pizza and 2022 Hype (feat Jaden)In this episode Blaine and special guest Jaden talk about the recent PTA release Licorice Pizza, from the charming performances, to the awards chances that it might have. They then revisit another PTA joint, Punch Drunk Love. They talk Adam Sandler, frequent flyer miles, and why this holds up to this day. They then end by gushing about what 2022 movie they are excited for. Timecodes: 0:00 Licorice Pizza 19:37 Punch Drunk Love 43:03 Top 5 Anticipated 2022 Movies Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar  Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): 2022-01-2155 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 34: The Best Movies of 2021 (feat. the Guests of 2021)In this episode Blaine wrangles all 20 of his guests into talking about what their favorite movie of the year was as well as a wild card pick which ranges from another favorite, to something bad, to underrated. Let the madness commence! Timecodes: (0:00) Blaine- Dune, Matrix Resurrections         Sydney- Cruella, Vivo (3:03) Chase- Nine Days, Together,Together (9:19) Jake- Bo Burnham’s Inside, tick…tick… BOOM! (11:25) Mestro- Cruella, He’s All That (14:32) Ben- Quiet Place Part II, Judas and the Black Messiah             Brendan- West Side Story, tick…tick…BOOM!2022-01-031h 26The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 33: Tom Holland Spider-Man and Top 5 Christmas Movies (feat. Elliott)In this episode Blaine and special guest Elliott finally discuss Tom Holland and the MCU's interpretation of Spider-Man including the recently released and highly anticipated No Way Home. Afterwards in time for the holidays they reveal their top 5 favorite Christmas movies. Timecodes (0:00) Spider-Man: Homecoming (22:42) Spider-Man: Far From Home (39:52) Spider-Man: No Way Home (SPOILERS) (1:06:10) Top 5 Christmas Movies2021-12-241h 18The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 32: Andrew Garfield Spider-Man/West Side Story (feat. Jake)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Jake talk about Steven Spielberg's adaptation of West Side Story, musicals, and why the box office results were underwhelming before jumping into a retrospective of the Marc Webb Spider-Man duology.  Timecodes: (1:53) West Side Story (19:25) Amazing Spider Man (37:19) Amazing Spider Man 22021-12-201h 02The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 31: Dreams/Tobey Maguire Spider-Man (feat Aaron)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Aaron breakdown the Sam Raimi Spider-Man trilogy, what works, what doesn't, and why they stand the test of time compared to other superhero movies. They then pivot to talk Akira Kurosawa's Dreams, a unique anthology, about life and death, and somehow not about being forced to go to school with no pants. Timecodes: (1:10) Spider Man (19:57) Spider Man 2 (31:58) Spider Man 3 (48:35) Dreams Discussion2021-12-141h 13The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 30: Jennifer's Body/All Too Well (feat. Phi)In this episode Blaine and special guest Phi talk about Taylor Swift's new album and her music video for All Too Well. They then break down the cult classic Jennifer's Body, its initial failure and resurgence, the timely themes, the legacy of Megan Fox, and why this is elevated among other slasher flicks. Timecodes: 1:45 All Too Well and Taylor Swift 11:34 Jennifer’s Body Discussion2021-11-1941 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 29: Face/Off, Eternals, and One Piece (feat. Zach)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Zach discuss the Netflix One Piece adaptation and if that could honor the original, before diving into the most divisive MCU project to date: Eternals. Afterwards they visit the 90's classic Face/Off and why despite the odds, the movie freakin rules. Timecodes 0:00 One Piece 10:47 Eternals (SPOILERS) 34:40 Face/Off Discussion2021-11-1253 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 28: Scott Pilgrim, French Dispatch, and Last Night in Soho (feat. Brett)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brett break down the new releases: Wes Anderson's charming ode to journalism, The French Dispatch, and Edgar Wrights first foray into horror, Last Night in Soho. Lines will be crossed, Friendships will be broken, Opinions will be divisive! After that they both frantically discuss Scott Pilgrim vs the World and why it has endured to this day. Timecodes: 5:45 French Dispatch 22:15 Last Night in Soho (SPOILERS) 47:40 Scott Pilgrim vs the World2021-11-051h 23The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 27: The Fifth Element and Dune (feat. Cassidy)BIG WORM! MULTIPASS! In this episode Blaine and returning guest Cassidy talk about the recently released Dune, what it gets right, how it holds up as an adaptation, and what they want from part II (thank god they announced it). They then rewind the clock to 1997 and talk about the cult classic The Fifth Element and how it feels like a breath of fresh air in a landscape of sci-fi worlds and stories Timecodes: 4:58 Dune  37:03 The Fifth Element 2021-10-291h 04The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 26: The Halloween Retrospective Part II (feat. Brendan and Ben)In this episode Blaine and returning guests Ben and Brendan finish what they started and cover the second half of the Halloween franchise. Watch them hit high highs and staggering lows with different masks, timelines, and characters to balance. After covering all of them including the new Halloween Kills, they then each rank every Halloween movie from worst to best. Timecodes: 1:04 H20: 20 Years Later 20:14 Halloween: Resurrection 37:55 Rob Zombie’s Halloween 56:10 Rob Zombie’s Halloween II 1:14:23 Halloween (2018) 1:37:00 Halloween Kills 1:59:20 Blaine Halloween Rank...2021-10-222h 16The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 25: The Craig/Bond Retrospective (feat. Brent)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brent work their way through all 5 of Daniel Craig's James Bond movies and the ups and downs of his run. They talk Bond songs, Bond villains, and where the future of 007 could go... Timecodes: 9:25 Casino Royale 26:25 Quantum of Solace 36:59 Skyfall 57:06 Spectre 1:09:37 No Time To Die (SPOILER FREE) 1:16:31 No Time To Die (SPOILERS) 1:34:36 Top Bond Movies 1:37:30 Pitching the next Bond2021-10-151h 47The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 24: The Halloween Retrospective Part 1 (feat. Ben and Brendan)In this episode Blaine and returning guests Ben and Brendan talk about the Halloween movies. What starts out as a enthusiastic conversation descends into madness as the sequels continue. Timecodes: 7:25 Halloween 23:09 Halloween II 40:01 Halloween III: Season of the Witch 52:51 Halloween 4: Return of Michael Meyers 1:05:57 Halloween 5: Revenge of Michael Meyers 1:16:16 Halloween: Curse of Michael Meyers2021-10-081h 43The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 23: Sweeney Todd/Dear Evan Hansen (feat. Taylor G)In this episode Blaine and special guest Taylor talk about some trailers for fall movie season that they look forward to. They then talk about the incredibly divisive film adaptation of Dear Evan Hansen where they break down the positives and negatives and why the reaction is so strong. Afterwards they rave about Tim Burton's Sweeney Todd and if it is one of the best musical movies ever. Timecodes: 4:00 Matrix 4 6:55 West Side Story 10:05 The Tragedy of Macbeth 12:42 Dear Evan Hansen 31:18 Sweeney Todd2021-10-0152 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 22: Moneyball, Mario, and Sports Movies (feat. Adam)ITS DADPOD TIME! In this episode Blaine and special guest Adam break down the hilarious Mario casting before jumping into Moneyball. They talk Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, sports stats and why this was such a gripping film. They then talk about athletic performances and end with a Mount Rushmore of sports movies. Timecodes: 3:12 Mario Casting 9:05 Moneyball Discussion 26:01 Athletic Performances 34:59 The Mount Rushmore of Sports Movies2021-09-2444 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 21: La La Land, Whiplash, and Shang-Chi (feat. Taylor R.)In this episode Blaine and special guest Taylor talk about the new Spider-Man trailer, their mixed response to Shang-Chi, then dive into a Damien Chazelle double feature of Whiplash and La La Land and why they are two of the best movies of the 2010's. Timestamps: 1:04 Spider-Man trailer 12:02 Shang-Chi 29:05 Whiplash Discussion 49:24 La La Land Discussion2021-09-101h 11The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 20: Jojo Rabbit/What If?/Respect/Free Guy (feat. Brett)In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brett cover a lot of bases talking about What If and all the cool scenarios the show can bring. They talk Respect and the pros and cons of music biopics, Free Guy and the divisive opinions on Ryan Reynolds and video game movies. They then look back on Jojo Rabbit and why its a coming of age classic. Timecodes: 2:29 What If? 15:49 Respect 22:28 Free Guy 34:48 Jojo Rabbit Discussion2021-08-201h 08The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 19: Kick-Ass 1&2/The Suicide Squad (feat. Ben and Brendan)In this episode Blaine and returning guests Ben and Brendan talk about James Gunn's gleefully insane The Suicide Squad, talking about favorite characters, moments, and why this works so well. They also talk about the highs and lows of the Kick-Ass duology, from how it impacted R-rated cape flicks to how a potential sequel could wrap up loose ends. Timecodes: 0:00 The Suicide Squad 24:54 Kick Ass 40:50 Kick Ass 2 57:10 Looking to the future2021-08-131h 13The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 18: Megamind/The Boss Baby II (feat. Jimmy)In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Jimmy use their film degrees to look back on Megamind, why it's underrated, how it subverts expectations, and their picks if they could recast for a live action remake. They then completely lose all sanity and discuss The Boss Baby II and try to break down the lore of the universe, whether or not God exists in this universe, and babies. Timecodes: 1:01 Megamind 26:13 Megamind Recasting 37:48 The Boss Baby II: Family Business 2021-07-301h 16The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 17: Scarface/Space Jam: A New Legacy (feat. Ronnie)In this episode, Blaine and special guest Ronnie talk about the new Space Jam sequel and how it compares to the original. They then discuss the cult classic Scarface, how it holds up, where it ranks in gangster movies, and whether or not a remake could work. Timecodes: 1:32 Space Jam 19:30 Scarface Discussion2021-07-2346 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 16: Django Unchained, Black Widow, and Loki (feat. Tavis)In this episode Blaine and special guest Tavis break down the Loki finale in spoiler-y fashion and wonder what the direction the show will take in the future. They review the new Black Widow movie then discuss Django Unchained and why it works so well. Timecodes: 1:11 Loki Finale 11:45 Black Widow 25:00 Django Unchained Discussion2021-07-1640 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 15: Tampopo/Pixar Retrospective (feat. Aaron)In this episode Blaine and special guest Aaron break down the first Fear Street installment, then go through all the Pixar movies offering a variety of hot takes and what ifs examining the legacy of the studio. They then discuss Tampopo, a food movie with a lot more to offer under the surface. Timecodes: 1:58 Fear Street 9:40 Pixar Retrospective                 -11:50 Toy Story                 -14:11 A Bug’s Life                -16:49 Toy Story 2                -20:25 Monsters Inc                -22:34 Finding Nemo                -23:58 The Incredibles                -26:37 Cars                -29:56 Ratatouille              ...2021-07-091h 26The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 14: Grease/Fast Saga Ranked and Reviewed (feat. Chase)In this special episode Blaine and returning guest Chase give guesses to where the Loki show might go before diving into a huge retrospective of all 10 Fast and Furious movies including the recent F9. They then discuss Grease and whether or not this classic musical stands the test of time. Timecodes 1:00 Loki 8:54 The Fast Saga Retrospective         -11:48 The Fast and the Furious         -21:08 2 Fast 2 Furious         -26:06 Tokyo Drift         -32:55 Fast & Furious         -39:36 Fast Five         -47:05 Fast & Furious 6         -58:49 Furious 7         -1:11...2021-07-021h 52The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 13: Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back, Cruella, and Luca (feat. Cassidy)In this episode, Blaine and special guest Cassidy discuss the recent Disney movies of the summer Cruella and Luca before doing a 360-degree U-turn to discuss the R-rated Kevin Smith joint Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back! Snoochie Boochies! Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 1:50 Cruella 12:45 Luca 28:05 Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back Discussion2021-06-2544 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 12: Cats, Loki, and The Conjuring 3 (feat. Johnny)In this episode Blaine and special guest Johnny chat about the first two Loki episodes, the newest entry in the Conjuring Universe, and then dive into the cinematic hellhole that is Cats. Will they emerge from this episode alive? Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 2:26 Loki 14:02 The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It 25:08 Cats Discussion2021-06-2145 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 11: It (1990)/A Quiet Place Part II [feat. Ben]In this episode Blaine and special guest Ben break down the Quiet Place sequel, mourn over the tragedy of Paddington 2, and discuss the miniseries? movie? content? It from the 1990's.  Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 2:39 A Quiet Place Part II (Spoilers) 21:03 It Discussion2021-06-0550 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 10: Dawn of the Dead/Army of the Dead (feat. Jimmy)In this episode Blaine and special guest Jimmy discuss and analyze both of Zack Snyder's zombie movies: Army of the Dead and Dawn of the Dead. They discuss genre, tropes, franchises and what the true meaning of 'Cake by the Ocean' is. Check it out! Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 10:00 Army of the Dead 17:05 Army of the Dead SPOILERS 44:24 Dawn of the Dead (2004) Discussion2021-05-281h 19The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 9: The Wolf of Snow Hollow, Invincible, and Spiral (feat. Ian)In this episode Blaine and special guest Ian break down a bunch of things in spoiler-y fashion, from the R-rated superhero show Invincible, to the new movie Spiral and the Saw franchise. They then discuss the underrated and underseen The Wolf of Snow Hollow. Can a movie really juggle horror, drama and comedy that well? Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 2:21 Invincible  19:54 Spiral: From the Book of Saw 32:53 The Wolf of Snow Hollow Discussion2021-05-2146 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 8: The Mitchells vs The Machines, Twilight, and the YA Genre (feat. Beth)In this episode Blaine and special guest Beth reminisce on Twilight before going into a deep dive talking about the YA movie craze from hits (The Hunger Games, Harry Potter) to flops (Percy Jackson, Artemis Fowl). After discussing where the future of this genre goes, they discuss The Mitchells vs The Machines and whether or not it's a new animated classic. Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 1:16 Twilight 8:12 YA Hits and Flops  36:53 The Mitchells vs The Machines Discussion Make sure to check out Beth's YT c...2021-05-1455 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 7: Big Trouble in Little China/Star Wars Ranking (feat. Zach)In this episode Blaine and special guest (and brother of the host) Zach review and rank all the Star Wars in honor of May the 4th. What starts out very civil slowly descends into chaos when they get to the Disney sequel trilogy. They then discuss the finale of Falcon and the Winter Soldier before jumping into Big Trouble in Little China and trying to make sense of the insanity on display. Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 2:32 Star Wars Recap and Ranking 38:11 Falcon and the Winter Soldier Finale 45:39 Big...2021-05-071h 00The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 6: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The Oscars, and Paddington 2 (feat. Brent)In this episode Blaine and special guest Brent (weird how he changes guests every episode...) discuss Paddington 2's recent crowning as the greatest film of all time, before jumping into the chaos of the most recent Oscar ceremony. They then get into a SUPER DEEP analysis of Mortal Kombat before Blaine presents the greatest segue of all time, which leads to their discussion of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. Timecodes: 0:00 Paddington 2 > Citizen Kane 1:39 2021 Oscars 14:10 SUPER IN-DEPTH analysis of Moral Kombat 14:27 The Girl with the Dragon...2021-04-3045 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 5: The Blues Brothers/Summer Movie Preview! (feat. Brett)In this episode Blaine and special guest Brett discuss the new Shang-Chi trailer, then in a new segment, talk about what summer movies they are hyped for, then discuss the 1980's cult classic, The Blues Brothers. Can Brett change Blaine's mind bout Cruella? Is there really going to be another Purge movie? How many cameos does The Blues Brothers have? Can Blaine make it through an entire episode without simping for Florence Pugh? Tune in to find out! Timecodes: 0:00 Shang-Chi Trailer 7:06 Summer Movie Preview 34:49 Blues Brothers Discussion2021-04-231h 01The Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 4: Birds of Prey {and a Fantabulous Discussion of one Space Jam Sequel} (feat. Mestro)In this episode Blaine and special guest Mestro discuss the new Space Jam sequel and whether it will live up to the original or not. They then discuss Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn), previously called just Birds of Prey, and then in theaters as simply Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey. Check it out! Timecodes: 0:00 Space Jam 2 Trailer 5:15 Birds of Prey Discussion2021-04-1630 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 3: Suicide Squad (2016) vs Godzilla vs Kong (feat. Brendan)In this episode, Blaine and special guest Brendan discuss the big monkee vs lizard movie, then attempt to talk about the 2016 Suicide Squad before they lose their minds from the stupidity on display. In an attempt to cope with what they've put themselves through, they discuss upcoming cape flicks they're looking forward to. Time Stamps: 0:00 Godzilla vs Kong 10:00 Suicide Squad Discussion2021-04-0957 minThe Reel View with Blaine WardThe Reel View with Blaine WardEpisode 2: The Prestige/more Falcon and the Winter Soldier (feat. Jake)In this episode Blaine and special guest Jake break down the second episode of Falcon and the Winter Soldier and talk about The Prestige! Does magic actually exist? Is the new Cap worth caring for? Can Blaine get through an episode without pulling up Wikipedia? Tune in to find out! Timestamps: 0:00 Falcon/Winter Soldier Recap 10:00 The Prestige Discussion2021-04-0230 min