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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 250: Obi-Wan Kenobi / LightyearThe MovieFilm boys mark their 250th episode by offering our separate thoughts on the OBI-WAN KENOBI finale (which Brian didn't see) and Pixar's TOY STORY spinoff LIGHTYEAR (which Zaki didn't see). In addition, we cycle through questions from the MovieFilm mailbag, get Brian's reaction to seeing BLOODSPORT for the first time, Zaki's reaction to seeing REMO WILLIAMS: THE ADVENTURE BEGINS for the first time...in awhile, and much more! It's a fun and freewheeling way to close out June, and we hope you'll join us on the journey!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
2022-06-241h 46
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Back to the FutureGreat Scott! What better way to shelter in place during the Labor Day long weekend than with Doc, Marty, Brian and Zaki! That’s right, it’s our all-new commentary track celebrating 35 years of BACK TO THE FUTURE. You can listen separately or watch along as we make our way through one of our all-time favorite flicks and geek out in that inimitable MovieFilm fashion. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, the production history, and our own personal histories with director Robert Zemeckis’ indelible time travel comedy, which remains as engaging today as when it was first released. Hear it all via the...
2020-09-062h 01
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Beneath the Planet of the ApesFor their latest commentary track, the MovieFilm boys show some movie monkey love to Beneath the Planet of the Apes, the first sequel to the 1968 sci-fi classic, in celebration of its 50th anniversary. Starring James Franciscus alongside the returning Charlton Heston, this was the first big franchise sequel of the modern era, and it makes for an even more fascinating artifact today than when it first debuted. As longtime listeners already know, Zaki is about as big an Apes fan as it gets, and this track offered him a chance to show off his deep reservoir of knowledge while Brian...
2020-08-121h 48
The MovieFilm PodcastEpisode 200!The MovieFilm Podcast celebrates 200 episodes by...staying inside and catching up on our streaming. With no big summer releases to unpack (one day, BLACK WIDOW!) we hop in the Wayback and discuss Brian’s journey through the PINK PANTHER film series and Zaki’s bingeing of the seminal ‘90s medical show ER. But that’s not all! Learn how Hollywood is counting on Christopher Nolan to save it, and whether the online-only release of TROLLS WORLD TOUR is a sign of the end times: Plus: STAR WARS news and more! Listen to it via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts...
2020-05-161h 39
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 192: Bad Boys For LifeIt’s the MovieFilm Boys talking Bad Boys! After a seventeen year gap, Will Smith & Martin Lawrence are back in their signature buddy cop franchise in BAD BOYS FOR LIFE, and Zaki & Brian are here to chime in on whether it was worth the wait. In addition, hear our reactions to the first trailer for Sony’s scary superhero pic MORBIUS, plus our thoughts on the just-announced Oscar nominations and word that Hank Azaria is bidding farewell to one of his many SIMPSONS alter egos. Plus: STAR WARS news and more! Listen via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stit...
2020-01-211h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 191: Zaki and Brian’s Favorite Movies of 2019!It’s 2020, now time for some hindsight! Listen as the MovieFilm boys go through their respective top ten lists of favorite movies for the year that just ended. Which ones made the cut? Which ones missed it by that much? Find out in the latest episode. Listen via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
2020-01-111h 28
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 188: Knives OutDirector Rian Johnson's star-studded whodunnit Knives Out is in theaters now, winning over critics and audiences alike, and MovieFilm is here with some spoiler-filled thoughts! In addition, Brian gives his take on Martin Scorsese's much-anticipated The Irishaman, Zaki offers a rapturous reaction to the upcoming war film 1917, and the boys discussion word of impending Star Trek and Planet of the Apes sequels, as well as the new trailers for Black Widow and the 25th James Bond epic, No Time to Die! You can hear it all via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always...
2019-12-072h 04
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 183: JokerThe Joker got the last laugh in theaters this weekend, with his self-titled feature film breaking all previous October records and smiling in the face of the doomsayers. But what to make of the movie itself? That’s where Brian and Zaki come in to offer their takes: Does this DC Comics adaptation a daring new masterpiece, or does is it signal the end of western civilization as we know it? We offer our takes, with an in-depth and spoiler-filled discussion about the Joaquin Phoenix-starring, Todd Phillips-directed Batman side project. But that’s not all! Hear our takes on all the...
2019-10-081h 49
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 179: Sony and Marvel's Spider-Man DivorceThe MovieFilm boys bring the curtain down on August with a fun chat taking stock of all the big news of the last few weeks, including the Sony/Disney Spider-Man divorce, news that Matrix 4 is incoming, and much more! Plus: Hear Zaki’s interview with producer Jason Blum and star David Oyelowo about their new thriller Don’t Let Go! Listen via the embed below or hear it at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, as always, please make sure to visit our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!Listen...
2019-08-301h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 178: Dora and the Lost City of Gold + The Angry Birds Movie 2As the dog days of summer head towards their conclusion, Brian & Zaki hop on mic to talk up the latest batch of new releases and headlines! Listen in to hear quick takes on Dora and the City of Gold and The Angry Birds Movie 2. Plus: Remembering Peter Fonda, thoughts on Fox’s entire development slate getting axed by Disney, Viacom and CBS re-merging, and Ewan McGregor possibly back in the fold as a certain Jedi master! Listen to the embed below or download at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, make sure to visit our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gm...
2019-08-171h 35
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: The Karate KidThis year marks thirty-five years since Daniel-san and Mr. Miyagi kicked their way into our hearts in the original The Karate Kid, and Brian & Zaki are here to celebrate with their latest MovieFilm commentary! Listen as they delve into the production’s history, and offer their own memories! We hope your attention will was on as you listen viaiTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, or Spotify! As always, please visit our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
2019-08-132h 12
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 177: Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & ShawThis week, the dynamic MovieFilm duo, Zaki and Brian, take on the Fast and the Furious spinoff-y duo of Hobbs & Shaw! But that's not all... Listen as the boys share their thoughts on the "world without the Beatles" fantasy Yesterday, revisit The Rocketeer, and ruminate on the trailers for Cats, Zombieland 2, and Martin Scorsese's long awaited Netflix gangster movie, The Irishman! Listen to it all through the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, as always, please make sure to visit our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!
2019-08-051h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: SpeedPop quiz, hotshot: The MovieFilm Podcast has just dropped its latest commentary track. What do you do? What do you do? That’s right, this week we’re celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of one of our favorite movies, Speed! Listen as Brian and Zaki offer up behind-the-scenes anecdotes, the production history, and their own personal histories with the vehicle (no pun intended) that cemented Keanu’s action hero bona fides and put Sandra Bullock on the map! Buckle up and feel the G’s via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, as always, please make sure to...
2019-06-162h 02
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: AlienIt was forty years ago this week that Ridley Scott’s Alien came to theaters and scarred an entire generation of filmgoers the process. The space-based horror opus has cast a very long shadow on cinematic history, and Brian and Zaki are here with a new commentary track to mark the occasion. Listen as they delve into the film’s roots and influences, production history, and thematic parallels, plus much more! Like always, stream it below or listen at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify. And like always, please be sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page and let us know how...
2019-05-232h 01
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeThe man with the hat is back! And so are the MovieFilm boys, this time joined by special guest Sean Coyle (Disney's Puppy Dog Pals) for a brand new commentary track marking the thirtieth anniversary of the third Indiana Jones adventure! Listen in as Sean, Brian, and Zaki watch Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and share behind-the-scenes stories, personal anecdotes about the Steven Spielberg-Harrison Ford-George Lucas trilogy capper, and have plenty of fun and laughs as they re-watch one of their favorite movies of all time. As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes, Stitcher...
2019-05-202h 13
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 170: Avengers: EndgameThe endgame is upon us! The biggest movie in the world is Avengers: Endgame, the finale to eleven years and twenty-two movies of build-up from Marvel Studios. And to mark the occasion, we have a suitably super-sized episode of the MovieFilm show! Join Brian, Zaki, and special guest Glenn Greenberg -- former editor at Marvel Comics who previously joined us a year ago for Avengers: Infinity War -- for a deep dive into the intricacies of the latest Avengers opus, as we offer our thoughts and theories on the superhero epic, as well as giving some insights into the many...
2019-04-281h 59
The MovieFilm PodcastStar Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Teaser Trailer BreakdownWith Star Wars Celebration underway in Chicago, we were finally bestowed with not only the title of the next (and final) film in the current Star Wars trilogy, we were also given our first trailer! Brian and Zaki were so excited by this treasure trove of galactic goodness that they had to hop on mic to share their first impressions of what we now know will be called Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker! As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify. And please make sure to hit “like” on ou...
2019-04-1341 min
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 169: Shazam!Shazam! is now in theaters, and Brian and Zaki offer up their reactions to the latest entry in the DC Comics movie universe. In addition, hear our reactions to the new trailer for Joker, our hopes for the next Terminator movie, and much more! As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify. And please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page and let us know how we’re doing by writing a review!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
2019-04-061h 42
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: The MatrixIt’s two decades later, and The Matrix still has us! Join Brian and Zaki for a brand new MovieFilm Commentary Track celebrating the twentieth anniversary of one of the most influential and thought-provoking action movies of all time. The boys delve into behind-the-scenes stories, their own personal reactions, and the impressive legacy of the Wachowskis’ cyberpunk foray starring Keanu Reeves and Lawrence Fishburne! This one was a treat to record, so we hope you’ll enjoy plugging in and re-entering The Matrix with us! Like always, stream it below, or listen via iTunes or Stitcher. And please make sure to hit...
2019-03-172h 18
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Bill & Ted's Excellent AdventureIt’s an excellent adventure for Brian & Zaki! With Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, starring Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, celebrating its thirtieth anniversary this month, the MovieFilm boys mark the occasion with a fun commentary track. We discuss the timeless time travel comedy’s production process, story development, deep impact on the pop culture landscape, and much more! You can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify. And please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page and let us know how we’re doing by writing a review!Listen ad-free at Patreon...
2019-02-231h 31
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 166: Alita: Battle AngelWith Alita: Battle Angel in theaters, Brian and Zaki reconvene to parse their reactions to the James Cameron-Robert Rodriguez comic book adaptation. In addition, we chime in on the latest Batman rumors (could Armie Hammer be suiting up soon?), speculate on what the failure of The LEGO Movie 2 may mean for this year’s box office, and much more! As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify. And please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page and let us know how we’re doing by writing a review!Listen a...
2019-02-201h 46
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 164: GlassNineteen years after Unbreakable hit theaters, writer/director M. Night Shyamalan has unleashed its belated sequel Glass, uniting stars Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson with James McAvoy from the director’s Split two years ago. Listen in as Brian and Zaki discuss their thoughts on this belated trilogy-capper, and if it measures up to the long wait! In addition, hear reactions to last week’s surprise announcement of another Ghostbusters reboot, plus our thoughts on Star Trek 4 stalling, Christopher McQuarrie signing on for two more Mission: Impossible movies, and the first trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home! Listen below or v...
2019-01-201h 53
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 163: Zaki and Brian's Favorite Movies of 2018!2019 is here, but the MovieFilm boys need to pause and pick our fave flicks of the year just passed! Listen to our respective top tens, and hear which movies juuuust made the cut. Plus: Headlines, Star Wars news, and more! It’s a new year, and there’s plenty of MovieFilm excitement on the way! As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes or Stitcher. And please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page and let us know how we’re doing by writing a review!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieF
2019-01-062h 03
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Robin Hood: Prince of ThievesThere’s a brand new Robin Hood movie in theaters now, but we’re not here to talk about that! Instead, our commentary track is for the Robin who stole from the rich while also stealing our hearts, 1991’s Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. Join Brian and Zaki as they watch the smash hit movie directed by Kevin Reynolds and starring Kevin Costner, Morgan Freeman, and Alan Rickman, and hear them exchange their own personal memories of a time when Kevin Costner could make the world believe that England’s greatest outlaw had an accent from somewhere in rural Iowa, and when...
2018-12-032h 27
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 160: Creed IICreed II is punching its way through the box office, and the MovieFilm boys step into the ring once more to render their verdict on this eighth movie in the Rocky Balboa saga, starring Michael B. Jordan and Sylvester Stallone. But that’s not all! Hear Zaki’s thoughts on Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, plus remembrances of the late Stan Lee and William Goldman, word that another shared universe of movie monsters in the offing, and much more! You can listen through the embed below or via iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, as always, please make sure to v...
2018-11-221h 42The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 159: Bohemian RhapsodyWith November upon us, and with Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody burning up the box office charts, Brian and Zaki have reconvened to let you know if it will rock you. In addition, get our belated takes on last summer’s here-and-gone actioner Skyscraper, featuring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson doing his very best John McClane impression. But that’s not all! We also give our thoughts on Disney’s big streaming plans for their Marvel and Star Wars universes, the many many many Avatar sequels James Cameron is planning to unleash, Harrison Ford’s comments on the next Indiana Jones adventure, and so much...
2018-11-101h 58
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 157: Venom + A Star is BornIs Venom poison? Find out in our latest episode as we share our thoughts on the Spider-Man-less Spider-Man spin-off from Sony. The Tom Hardy comic book caper is intended to launch a(nother) shared cinematic universe, and we let you know whether we think that will (or should!) happen. But that’s not all: Zaki gives some thoughts on why he was underwhelmed by Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut, A Star is Born, and we also have first details on the very first Star Wars live action TV series: The Mandalorian! Plus: Damon Wayans bolts TV’s Lethal Weapon! Also: Quick...
2018-10-051h 32
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: The FugitiveThe MovieFilm boys celebrate the 25th anniversary of one of the greatest action movies of all time with a brand new commentary track for 1993's The Fugitive! Join the hunt as Brian and Zaki settle in to watch the Harrison Ford-Tommy Lee Jones thriller based on the classic television series, offering up plenty of production anecdotes as well insights into their own personal history with famous chase picture. Either watch along with us or listen on the go, but either way, catch it via the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And as always, please hit “like” on...
2018-08-132h 14
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Die HardYippee-ki-yay, MovieFilm-ers! One of the greatest action movies of all time — 1988’s Die Hard — turns 30 years old today, and to mark the occasion, Brian and Zaki set down for another of our MovieFilm commentaries! And for this edition we couldn’t be more excited it be joined by friend of the show and Die Hard mega-fan Paul Shirey, editor-in-chief of our favorite destination for entertainment news Joblo.com, for a fun and informative discussion into the history and making of the Bruce Willis-starring, John McTiernan-directed action opus, why it spawned one of Fox’s most successful franchises, and why it remains th...
2018-07-152h 17
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: The Dark KnightThe MovieFilm boys are back again for a special commentary marking the 10th anniversary of one of the most influential superhero movies in history: The Dark Knight! Christopher Nolan's 2008 epic starring Christian Bale as Batman and the late, lamented Heath Ledger in his Oscar-winning turn as the Joker reached rarified air upon its release a decade ago, and its estimation has only grown, with an entire genre striving to match its massive pop culture footprint. Listen as Brian and Zaki discuss storytelling techniques and offer anecdotes and trivia. You can listen on its own or watch the movie along with...
2018-07-142h 36
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 150: Jurassic World: Fallen KingdomJurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is roaring in theaters now, just in time for our big 150th episode! Join Zaki and Brian as they look at the latest installment in Universal’s “dinosaurs on the loose” mega-franchise and see how it stands up against its four predecessors. Also, word that Lucasfilm may be stopping development on their planned “Star Wars Story” movies after the relative failure of Solo. Plus: A spin-off rises from the ashes of Roseanne! Remembering the late Richard Alan Greenberg, master of memorable title sequences! Listener Letters! And more! Hear it at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And like a...
2018-06-231h 21
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Superman IIIToday marks 35 years since one of the most baffling entries in Superman’s cinematic canon. Yes, Superman III -- teaming up Christopher Reeve’s Man of Steel with comedian Richard Pryor -- first hit screens on this day in 1983, and while it hasn’t aged particularly well, we thought it would be fun to take a look back in befuddlment at this bodyblow to the Reeve Superman series (which would be finished off for good four years later) and ask what the heck they were thinking. As it happens, this was Zaki’s very first moviegoing experience, and Brian watched it for t...
2018-06-172h 12
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Jurassic ParkWith Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom in theaters soon, the MovieFilm boys pause and take a look back at the origins of the Jurassic franchises with a special commentary track celebrating Steven Spielberg’s original classic, 1993’s Jurassic Park, first released 25 years ago last week. Settle in and listen as Brian and Zaki marvel once again at the transcendent special effects, point out interesting behind the scenes factoids and story development, and just generally have a grand old time re-visiting one of their favorite adventure movies of all time. Listen to it the link below or at iTunes or Stitcher or Googl...
2018-06-162h 13The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 149: Solo: A Star Wars Story FalloutThe sad story of the most financially unsuccessful Star Wars of all time continues in this week’s MovieFilm Podcast, as Brian and Zaki attempt to unpack why the franchise’s tenth entry flew So Lo. In addition to tracking the depressing downward trajectory of Solo: A Star Wars Story, hear Zaki’s thoughts on belated sequels Ocean’s 8 and The Incredibles 2, and a look at the trailers for the Transformers prequel/spin-off Bumblebee and Ryan Gosling’s Neil Armstong bio First Man. Plus: Remembering Anthony Bourdain! Behind-the-scenes drama on TV’s Lethal Weapon! Word of a Joker solo pic starring Jar...
2018-06-101h 44
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 148: Deadpool 2 / Solo: A Star Wars StoryIt's two for the price of one here at MovieFilm as Zaki and Brian eschew all regular segments, and dive directly into their takes on two of the biggest films of the summer: Deadpool 2, and Solo: A Star Wars Story. In addition to their thoughts on both films, the fact that both underperformed at the box office leads to a discussion about franchise expectations, and the complicated, and occasionally scrutinized directions of recent, as well as upcoming, Star Wars films. As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes or Stitcher. And please make sure to hit “like” on our Faceboo...
2018-05-281h 35
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Iron ManIt's been awhile, but the MovieFilm boys are back with a brand new commentary track! For this installment, we celebrate the ten year anniversary of the Marvel Cinematic Universe -- and also get teed up for next week's Avengers: Infinity War -- by watching and talking through the movie that got the whole multibillion dollar mega-franchise started: 2008's Iron Man! Hear lifelong Iron-fan Zaki and relative newbie Brian drop their reactions to this most seminal of superhero flicks directed by Jon Favreau and starring Robert Downey Jr., including some of the development history, casting choices, creative decisions, and much more! Listen...
2018-04-172h 12The MovieFilm PodcastSolo: A Star Wars Story - Trailer DiscussionThe first (and long awaited) trailer for Solo: A Star Wars Story is finally here, and Zaki and Brian just had to know what the other thought of it. Listen in to hear the boys' initial impressions in this special mini-episode of MovieFilm. You can hear it all via the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And if you haven’t already, please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page, and send any questions or comments to MovieFilmPodcast@gmail.com.Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
2018-02-0638 minThe MovieFilm PodcastEp. 139: Zaki and Brian's Top 10 Films of 2017With the beginning of 2018 upon us, Zaki and Brian take time to look back and reflect on their top 10 films of 2017! As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes or Stitcher. And please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page and let us know how we’re doing by writing a review!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
2018-01-181h 27
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: E.T. the Extra-TerrestrialThe MovieFilm boys celebrate 2018 by debuting a brand new commentary track! This time around we talk through one of Brian’s favorite movies of all time, the Steven Spielberg classic E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial! Long time listeners already know what a formative experience this was, and he has plenty of insights to offer whether you watch along or listen separately. (Oh, and you’ll hear from Zaki too.) There’s behind-the-scenes trivia, observations on plot and story, and lots of fond memories of the 1982 blockbuster. Hear it all via the embed below or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. If you...
2018-01-031h 58The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 138: Star Wars: The Last Jedi FalloutNow with multiple viewings and hours of inward reflection under their belts, the MovieFilm boys are ready to revisit and reassess their thoughts on Star Wars: The Last Jedi! But before the main event, Zaki and Brian catch each other up on all of the award season hopefuls they've caught this month: The Post, The Shape of Water, The Disaster Artist, Molly's Game, Coco, and Netflix's first "blockbuster" Bright while they're at it. Listen to it all via the embed below or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. If you haven’t already, make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook...
2017-12-281h 34
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 137: Star Wars: The Last JediStar Wars: The Last Jedi is in theaters, and the Force is back in force! And as has become a MovieFilm tradition, the boys toss the format like an unwanted lighsaber and instead dive in for a full show of Star Wars conversation! Listen as Brian and Zaki give their takes on this newest episode of the beloved franchise. We unpack the plot, dissect the details, just generally give our all-in takes on what we loved, what we didn’t, and where we’d like to see things go next in the galaxy far, far away. Hear it all via the...
2017-12-172h 04
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 136: Justice League FalloutThe MovieFilm boys are back after an extended post-Thanksgiving layover! This week: We dive in with a look at the stunning box office flame-out of Warner Bros.’ superhero epic Justice League. Why did it fall so far shot of the financial mark? What does this mean for the future of the DC Comics Expanded Universe? We offer our thoughts and theories. Also: Hear our thoughts on the first trailer for next year’s Avengers: Infinity War, and Zaki’s interview with director Joe Wright about the new film Darkest Hour. Plus: Get our takes on James Cameron’s Avatar sequel plans, w...
2017-12-071h 49
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 135: Justice League (with Aaron Neuwirth)Justice League is in theaters now, bringing DC Comics' biggest superstars onscreen and in action together for the first time, and the MovieFilm boys are all in! Join Brian, Zaki, and special guest Aaron Neuwirth of the Out Now With Aaron & Abe Podcast for a show-long discussion of the latest DC Comics superhero flick from Zack Snyder (and company)! Did the movie meet our expectations? Was it a mistake to have any expectations? Does Ben Affleck make it apparent that he's got one foot out the door? Does Henry Cavill finally get to be the Superman we all hope he can...
2017-11-171h 27
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 132: HBO's SpielbergThis week, Brian and Zaki talk the Jackie Chan actioner The Foreigner, HBO's in-depth documentary about Steven Spielberg, and much more. Also: Mark Wahlberg's big regret, Michael Bay putting his spin on a beloved children's character, controversy over the runtime for Justice League, and Sylvester Stallone stepping back into the ring as director of Creed 2. Plus: Quick takes on the trailers for Black Panther and Pacific Rim: Uprising, and the latest Star Wars news. You can hear it all via the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And if you haven’t already, please make sure to...
2017-10-261h 32The MovieFilm PodcastStar Wars: The Last Jedi - Trailer 2 Discussion!The final trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi has dropped, and that can only mean one thing: Invasion. No, wait, wrong trilogy. What it actually means is that Zaki and Brian were so excited about all of the new and exciting glimpses of what's to come in Episode XIII, that they just had to talk about it in this very special mini-episode. You can hear it all via the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And if you haven’t already, please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page, and send any questions or com...
2017-10-1128 minThe MovieFilm PodcastEp. 131: Blade Runner 2049Blade Runner 2049 is now in theaters, arriving thirty-five years after the cult classic original! For this week’s show, Brian and Zaki dive deep into the Denis Villanueve-directed sci-fi detective yarn starring Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford. But that's not all! Listen to Zaki’s interview with Peter Landesman, writer/director of the new film Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House, plus quick conversations on James Cameron’s new Terminator plans, Universal’s Fast & Furious spin-off, and much more! As always, you can hear it all via the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Pl...
2017-10-081h 55The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 130: Kingsman: The Golden CircleThe MovieFilm boys celebrate Zaki's birthday with a spoiler–filled conversation about current box office ruler Kingsman: The Golden Circle. But that's not all! Also: Quick takes on The LEGO Ninjago Movie, Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House, and our early reaction to CBS’ new Star Trek series, Discovery. Plus: An interview with director Hany Abu Assad about the upcoming The Mountain Between Us!All that, plus plenty of Listener Letters and more! As always, you can hear it all via the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. If you haven't already, make...
2017-09-261h 40The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 129: ItIT is here, and with the killer clown movie bringing the box office back to undead life, we’ve got lots to discuss on the first MovieFilm of the fall as we pick apart the horrific Stephen King adaptation and whether it measures up to the famous 1990 TV adaptation! But while Pennywise is our main topic, we’d be pound foolish if we didn’t also discuss this week’s new release American Assassin, and talk about the latest headlines out of Hollywood, including Liam Neeson announcing his retirement from action films, and word that J.J. Abrams has taken over the...
2017-09-171h 54The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 127: The MovieFilm Mailbag!It's the dog days of August, but that doesn't mean we don't have a lot to discuss on the MovieFilm show! Hear our thoughts on plans to revive the Terminator franchise once again, word of a solo picture for Batman’s nemesis the Joker, behind-the-scenes drama with Justice League, and more! Plus: some exciting new Star Wars news, a hefty dose of Listener Letters as we answer a diverse array of questions from all corners, and Zaki’s reflections on attending his 20 year high school reunion! Listen through the embed below, or atiTunes orStitcher orGoogle Play. As always, please hit “like”...
2017-08-231h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 125: War for the Planet of the ApesThis week Brian & Zaki talk War for the Planet of the Apes in a spoiler-filled discussion of the third and final entry in the Apes series' current trilogy! Additionally, Zaki interviews David Lowery, writer and director of A Ghost Story, the boys discuss Matt Reeves abandoning Ben Affleck's draft of The Batman script, as well as Star Wars news, Listener Letters, and plenty of other movie talk! You can listen through the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And as always, please hit “like” on our Facebook page, and send any questions or comments to MovieFilmPodcast@gmail.com.
2017-07-151h 29The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 124: Spider-Man: HomecomingSpider-Man: Homecoming is in theaters now, and Brian & Zaki have a spoiler-filled chat to celebrate the wallcrawler’s entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe! How does it stack up to previous Spider-flicks? Does Tom Holland supplant Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield in our hearts and minds? Also: director Matt Reeves’ comments on directing The Batman, rumors of a Rocky rematch in Creed 2, and more on the behind-the-scenes turmoil at the Star Wars Han Solo spin-off movie. Plus: more reactions to Transformers: The Last Knight in Listener Letters! Listen through the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And as alway...
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The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Planet of the Apes (2001)With the impending release of Fox's much-anticipated three-quel War For the Planet of the Apes, Brian and Zaki decided this was a perfect time to revisit the misbegotten Planet of the Apes "re-imagining" from 2001 directed by Tim Burton and starring Mark Wahlberg. We discuss the project's long road to the screen, including the many notable filmmakers like Peter Jackson and James Cameron whose abortive attempts at reviving the Apes brand never made it to the screen, and also why the movie we did get is such a fascinating failure. It's not just two hours of throwing poop at the screen, and...
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The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Batman & RobinHoly trainwreck! This week marks the 20th anniversary of one of the most fascinating misfires in movie history, Joel Schumacher’s Batman & Robin. The film’s less-than-stellar box office reception in summer of ‘97 marked the end of the Dark Knight’s first movie series, and in the years since has become a fascinating case study for how studios can kill their golden goose franchises. With that in mind, Brian and Zaki have used the occasion to dive in for a feature-length commentary track as they attempt to make sense of George Clooney’s single turn as the Caped Crusader while keeping co...
2017-06-182h 10The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 121: Wonder WomanSummer movie season continues! This week: An in-depth, spoiler-filled discussion of Warner Bros. freshly-minted megahit Wonder Woman! But that's not all, you can also hear Zaki's interview with writer/director/star Zoe Lister-Jones about her fresh new comedy Band Aid. In addition, hear quick takes on the trailers for Murder on the Orient Express, American Made, and Logan Lucky, as well as all the Headlines, Listener Letters, and Star Wars news you've come to expect. Listen through the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And as always, please hit “like” on our Facebook page, and send any ques...
2017-06-081h 57The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 120: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No TalesThe MovieFilm boys kick off June on the high seas with an in-depth discussion of Captain Jack Sparrow's fifth (and final?) outing in Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales! But before that, Zaki gives his thoughts on Captain Underpants - in addition to teasing his take on Wonder Woman - and Brian sees The Dark Knight through a whole new lens after revisiting Michael Mann's crime epic Heat. Plus, Universal and Warner Bros. battle over the word "dark," debating the merits of continuing with The Walking Dead, and Zaki interviews chef Jeremiah Tower, subject of the...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 119: Alien: Covenant + Clayne Crawford on A Fighting SeasonIt’s a packed, extra-size episode of the MovieFilm Podcast this week! Hear Zaki’s interview (beginning at 44:20) with actor Clayne Crawford of TV’s Lethal Weapon to discuss his new film, the compelling war drama A Fighting Season, as well as what it’s like to take on Mel Gibson’s iconic alter ego. After that, it’s on to a spoiler-filled chat about Alien: Covenant, the latest entry in the long-lived Fox sci-fi/horror franchise. Did we like it? Did we loathe it? You’ll have to breach the Spoiler Wall to find out! In addition, hear quick takes on movies w...
2017-05-261h 56The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 117: Countdown to Summer Movie Season!Lots to discuss in the latest MovieFilm show! First up, hear quick takes from Brian on a host of recent releases he’s seen, while Zaki teases his thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 and brags about finally getting ahold of the impossible-to-find NES Classic! After that, it’s on to headlines, with thoughts on Jeff Goldblum returning to the Jurassic franchise, David Fincher taking on an unexpected franchise flick, Robert Zemeckis flirting with directing a superhero picture, and much more, including some fresh new Star Wars news, and our thoughts on the trailer for Kingsman: The Golden Circle! you...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 114: Kong: Skull IslandFor our latest episode, the MovieFilm boys go ape for Kong: Skull Island. Listen in as we go deep into a spoiler-filled conversation about the latest attempt to bring the massive monkey to the big screen, this time as part of a “Monster-verse” where he’ll eventually cross paths with fellow movie monster Godzilla. Also, hear Zaki’s interview with actress Mikaela Hoover about her roles in The Belko Experiment, 2 Broke Girls on CBS, and the upcoming TV series The Guest Book. In addition, we also unpack the latest headlines out of Hollywood, including a low-key Girl With the Dragon Tattoo seq...
2017-03-141h 23The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 113: LoganHugh Jackman bids farewell to his beloved big screen alter ego in this weekend’s Logan, and the MovieFilm boys are joined by Justin Shanlian of the Shanlian on Batman podcast to discuss our reactions to the much-anticipated X-Men finale. In addition, you can also hear Zaki’s thoughts on the upcoming Beauty and the Beast remake from Disney and his interview with director Mark Pellington about his new film The Last Word, in theaters now. Also, we offer our reflections on the sad passing of Bill Paxton, the craziness of last weekend’s Oscar show, and our initial reactions to the...
2017-03-031h 40The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 112: The Lego Batman Movie & The Great WallAfter an extended break, the MovieFilm Podcast is back to talk up the latest batch of new releases out of Hollywood, including smash hit The LEGO Batman Movie and Matt Damon’s period fantasy epic The Great Wall (which Zaki enjoyed more than most). In addition, listen to Zaki discuss the new romantic comedy Their Finest with its co-star, the delightfully droll Bill Nighy. After that, it’s on to headlines, including the tumult behind DC/WB’s The Batman, with star Ben Affleck dropping out of the director’s chair, and our thoughts on the new trailer for King Arthur...
2017-02-231h 33The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 109: Rogue One FalloutIn a first for us, it’s two episodes in one week for the MovieFilm Podcast! After dissecting Rogue One: A Star Wars Story last time, we have thoughts on Hacksaw Ridge, Silence, The Founder, and more, and Zaki goes into the ethical issues of new sci-fi romance Passengers, starring Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence. In addition, hear an interview with director Damien Chazelle and composer Justin Hurwitz about their charming musical La La Land, in theaters now.After that, it’s a rundown of trailers: The Mummy! Spider-Man: Homecoming! Fate of the Furious! Blade Runner 2049! Transformers: The Last Kn...
2016-12-222h 01The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 108: Rogue One: A Star Wars StoryThis week’s release of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story means the Force is back in force! To celebrate the occasion, the boys go rogue and dispense with traditional format in favor of a full-on, Star Wars-centric discussion for the full ninety minutes! Listen in as Brian and Zaki give their takes on the latest entry of the storied Star Wars franchise, unpacking the plot, dissecting the details, opining on the music, picking out the Easter eggs, and just generally giving an unvarnished, spoiler-filled take on what they loved, what they were just okay on, and where they’d like...
2016-12-181h 22The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 107: ArrivalAfter a brief layover, the MovieFilm boys are back to unpack a whole raft of new releases! Listen in as Brian and Zaki discuss Moana, Miss Sloane, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and more! Plus, a spoiler-filled conversation about the thought-provokig new sci-fi spectacle Arrival. But that’s not all! There’s also plenty of headlines to cover, including the death of Brady Bunch mom Florence Henderson, plans for a Nintendo theme park, and more Avatar sequels on the way — whether we want them or not. There’s also plenty of Star Wars news to discuss as we head tow...
2016-11-301h 46The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 106: Doctor StrangeThings get very strange in this episode of the MovieFilm Podcast — Doctor Strange, that is! Yes, the latest superhero epic from Marvel Studios hit theaters last night, but we’re already up with an in-depth, spoiler-filled conversation unpacking the Benedict Cumberbatch blockbuster. What did we think? Is it worth rushing out to see? Listen in to find out! In addition, you can also hear quick takes on the supremely relevant political doc Weiner, and Ron Howard & Tom Hanks’ failed franchise pic Inferno, as well as Zaki’s interview with writer/director Jeff Nichols and star Joel Edgerton about their new drama Lovi...
2016-11-041h 48The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 105: The AccountantFor the latest MovieFilm show, the boys discuss the Ben Affleck starrer The Accountant, as well as some quick takes on HBO’s Westworld, and Brian’s belated reaction to The Magnificent Seven. In addition, get our thoughts on Fox mainstay The Simpsons hitting 600 episodes, and the new trailers for Powers Ranges and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Also, listen to Zaki’s interview with star Ewan McGregor as he discusses his directorial debut, American Pastoral, as well as what it’s like to be Obi-Wan Kenobi to a generation of kids who’ve grown up since the Star Wars prequels...
2016-10-191h 38The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 104: TV’s Lethal WeaponIt’s a light week at the movies, but that doesn’t mean Zaki and Brian don’t have plenty of topics to cover on the latest show! To start things off, we look at some select highlights and lowlights of the fall TV season, including the reboots of Lethal Weapon and MacGyver, as well as the new Fox animated offering Son of Zorn, and more. From there, it’s on to headlines, including Ben Affleck’s comments on the negative reaction to Batman v. Superman, and news that Jon Favreau is helming a brand new version of Disney’s The Lion Kin...
2016-10-051h 19The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 103: Sully / Snowden / The Magnificent SevenWith fall movie season upon us, Brian and Zaki are back to offer quick takes on a whole host of new releases, including Clint Eastwood’s Sully, Oliver Stone’s Snowden, and the new Antoine Fuqua- Denzel Washington pairing, The Magnificent Seven. In addition, get our thoughts on the trailers for the upcoming films Live By Night and Passengers, and listen in as we discuss the passing of director Curtis Hanson and other headlines out of Hollywood, plus check out Zaki’s interview with the filmmakers behind the clever new mockumentary Operation Avalanche. It’s fun, it’s freewheeling, it’s about nine...
2016-09-221h 31The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 102: Summer Movie Season in ReviewContinuing an annual post-Labor Day tradition at the MovieFilm show, Brian and Zaki reunite after a brief hiatus to look back at the summer’s crop of releases big and small. From April’s The Jungle Book to last month’s Ben-Hur, and almost everything in between, we reexamine the hits, the misses, the should’ve-been-bigger, and the understandably-flopped from the summer season just ended. But that’s not all: Before the main events, we also pause to pay tribute to the late, great Gene Wilder, acknowledge the 50th anniversary of the Star Trek franchise, and offer our quick takes on some of...
2016-09-091h 51The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 101: Suicide SquadThe MovieFilm boys are back with their thoughts on the late summer smash Suicide Squad! Find out what we thought of the latest DC Comics adaptation as we offer our takes on what worked and what didn’t. In addition, Zaki discusses why the fourth time may not be the charm when it comes to Matt Damon in Jason Bourne. But that’s not all! Hear our interview with Parker Sawyers & Tika Sumpter about the charming romantic dramedy Southside With You, as well as fast talk on the latest headlines out of Hollywood, and our reactions to the second trailer for...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 100! Star Trek BeyondIt’s the big 100th episode the MovieFilm Podcast! And for this extra-special installment Zaki & Brian are joined by special guest (and former co-host) Sean Coyle! After reminiscing about the origins of the show and what led to its creation, Zaki describes his recent invitation to a presidential reception at the White House, and then the gang gets into discussing the latest news and trailers out of Comic-Con, including our first looks at Justice League, Wonder Woman, and Kong: Skull Island. (We also briefly question the need for yet another Vin Diesel xXx movie.) From there, it’s on to the m...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 99: Ghostbusters (2016)The MoveFilm boys are back with their thoughts on one of the most anticipated and most divisive movies of the year: Ghostbusters! Yes, now that the Paul Feig-directed reboot of the ’80s property is actually in theaters, we can discuss it from an informed perspective. Listen in to hear our takes, what we liked, what we didn’t like, and where we’d like to see things go next. But that’s not all! Hear Brian’s thoughts on the Netflix original series Stranger Things, as well as quick takes on Star Trek Beyond, and Zaki’s interview with writer-director Matt Ross ab...
2016-07-201h 23The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 98: Independence Day: ResurgenceWelcome (back) to Earth! Brian and Zaki anticipate the fourth of July by discussing director Roland Emmerich’s Independence Day: Resurgence, the Fox sequel that’s either twenty years in the making or about seventeen years too late, depending on your point-of-view. But that’s not all: We also have quick takes on the new “Ultimate Edition” of Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice and Warner Bros.’ The Legend of Tarzan, the latest attempt to reboot the classic Jungle Lord for the big screen. In addition, get our thoughts on the new theme song for Ghostbusters remake, reactions to the first trailer f...
2016-06-291h 19The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 97: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the ShadowsCowabunga! Strap on your nunchucks and get your pizza on as Zaki and Brian discuss the sequel Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows, and why it’s ended up disappointing at the box office despite being a much better movie than its predecessor. In addition, they also talk the video game adaptation Warcraft, and offer some thoughts on the planned Ocean’s 11 spin-off film and Netflix’s upcoming Stranger Things miniseries. All that, plus the usual Star Wars news, listener letters, and witty banter and random digressions you’ve come to expect. Check out the show via the embed be...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 96: X-Men: ApocalypseThis week the MovieFilm gang dives deep into a spoiler-filled dissection of the latest — though far from greatest — entry in Fox’s long-running X-Men feature film franchise, Apocalypse. We get into the story, praise what works, and offer our thoughts on what doesn’t. In addition, hear Zaki’s interview with the delightful Emilia Clarke about her new romantic drama Me Before You as well as her continuing work on Game of Thrones.All that, plus some thoughts on Disney’s Alice Through the Looking Glass flopping over Memorial Day weekend, whether it’s a good idea to make a Mary Po...
2016-06-011h 53The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 95: The Nice GuysFor this week’s show we dive in with a brief conversation about writer-director Shane Black’s delightful action-comedy The Nice Guys, followed by Zaki’s interview with actress Kate Beckinsale about her work on the new Jane Austen adaptation Love & Friendship, directed by Whit Stillman. After that, hear our takes on the new trailers for Star Trek Beyond and Ghostbusters, and the upcoming TV remakes/reboots of Lethal Weapon, 24, MacGyver, and Frequency. In addition, we discuss the big shakes up with Warner Bros.’ DC Comics movies, why the cast for Thor: Ragnarok has us excited, and why the possible title fo...
2016-05-251h 42The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 93: The Jungle BookThis week Brian and Zaki discuss a whole host of new and upcoming release, including Disney’s box office behemoth The Jungle Book, the Kevin Costner action thriller Criminal, and Universal’s sequel/spin-off The Huntsman: Winter’s War. From there, listen to Zaki’s roundtable with the hilarious comedy duo Key & Peele about their feature film Keanu. After that, it’s on to a discussion of the trailers for The Magnificent Seven and Jason Bourne, and some headlines, including James Cameron’s further Avatar plans and the first look at actress Elizabeth Banks as the baddie in the upcoming Mighty Morph...
2016-04-211h 45The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 91: Batman v. Superman: Dawn of JusticeJustice dawned at the box office to the tune of record-breaking $167 million opening weekend, but the questions remains: Is Batman v. Superman a good movie? Is Ben Affleck the best Batman we’ve ever seen? Will Henry Cavill’s Superman ever manage to crack a smile? Brian and Zaki get into it it all with an extended conversation that discusses the pluses and minuses of the Zack Snyder-directed superhero epic’s convoluted plot, what we thought of the various performances (Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor), and whether the pieces it sets up for future films in War...
2016-03-291h 29The MovieFilm PodcastNostalgia Theater Episode 1: Talking G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero With Buzz Dixon!SPECIAL PREVIEW! Welcome to the first episode of the all-new Nostalgia Theater podcast, spinning off the MovieFilm show! As longtime readers may know, Zaki has run a feature by that same name at his blog Zaki’s Corner for many years now, and so he decided it was time to branch out and “expand the franchise,” so to speak. The purpose of this show is to do exactly what the print feature does: Look back at beloved and not-so-beloved pop culture artifacts from bygone days, talk to the creators who made them matter, and the fans who continue to love them. F...
2016-01-121h 31The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 84: Star Wars: The Force AwakensThe Force has awakened! With this weekend’s release of Star Wars: Episode VII already leaving several box office records in its wake, Disney’s $4 billion relaunch of the legendary franchise is off to an auspicious start (click here to read Zaki’s non-spoiler review). For this final MovieFilm show of 2015, Brian and Zaki mark the return of Star Wars from a galaxy far, far away by dispensing with the traditional format and instead going all-in for an in-depth, spoiler-filled conversation about the J.J. Abrams directed space epic.What did we think of The Force Awakens, what worked...
2015-12-211h 43The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 81: Bridge of Spies / Sicario / Steve JobsFor this week’s show, after taking stock of the aftermath of last week’s once-in-a-lifetime Back to the Future day (make sure you listen to our special commentary track!) Brian and Zaki offer up quick reactions to whole host of new releases from the past month, including the Robert Zemeckis thriller The Walk, the drug drama Sicario, Steven Spielberg’s latest team-up with Tom Hanks Bridge of Spies, and the Michael Fassbender starrer Steve Jobs. From there, catch Zaki’s interview with director Danny Boyle about the film, and then dive in to a wh [...]Listen ad-fr...
2015-10-291h 20The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 77: Fantastic Four (with Sean Gerber)It’s a packed show this week, as Brian and Zaki are joined by the esteemed Sean Gerber of Modern Myth Media to guide us through all the big Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel announcements unveiled at last weekend’s D23 convention. But that’s not all: Zaki offers quick reviews of this week’s American Ultra, as well as The Man From U.N.C.L.E. and the number one movie in the nation, Straight Outta Compton. From there, it’s on to the main event as we put our heads together and attempt to unpack the “how” and “why” behind...
2015-08-191h 50The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 71: Tomorrowland / San AndreasWith summer movie season in full swing, the MovieFilm guys have lots to say about Tomorrowland (read Zaki’s review here) and San Andreas (read his review here), two high-expectations releases that garnered very different responses from audiences. In addition, we also tackle some of the big news of the last two weeks, including David Letterman’s retirement after thirty-plus years in late night, plans to expand the Transformers franchise into a “shared universe” with spin-offs galore, word of an unwanted remake of The Fugitive, an unnecessary sequel to My Big Fat Greek Wedding, plus Zaki [...]Listen ad-free at Patreon...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 69: Avengers: Age of UltronAvengers: Age of Ultron is the number one film in the world, and Zaki & Brian are here to offer their thoughts on the long-awaited, much-anticipated superhero sequel from Marvel Studios (read Zaki’s review here). We talk our likes, our dislikes, and where we’d like to see the Marvel Cinematic Universe go next as it heads towards next year’s Captain America: Civil War. In addition to that, we also discuss the first images from DC Comics’ adaptation Suicide Squad, news that DC/Warner Bros. is having some trouble getting its own superhero universe up and running, the plan to make a...
2015-05-051h 40The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 59: Dumb & Dumber To / The Hunger GamesWith Thanksgiving on the horizon, Zaki and Brian are thankful to bring you episode 59 of the MovieFilm Podcast! Brian starts things off by discussing a Q&A event he attended featuring Christopher Nolan whileZaki shares his thoughts so far on the The Martian, a novel currently being adapted into a Ridley Scott film starring Matt Damon. After a Star Trek: TNGthemed listener letter it’s onto Movie News where the gents discuss the sad turn of events surrounding Bill Cosby, the troubled start to Aaron Sorkin’s Steve Jobs biopic, why Wonder Woman still has them conc...
2014-11-251h 17The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 58: Batman ‘66 Hits Blu-rayAfter a weeklong break, the boys are back, and with plenty to discuss! First up, Brian shares his thoughts on seeing Steven Spielberg’s 1941 for the first time, and Zaki weighs in on the 1966 Batman TV series getting a high-definition blu-ray release. From there, listen to a snippet from Zaki’s sit-down with Daily Show host Jon Stewart on his new directorial effort, Rosewater, and dive into a conversation on all the latest headlines out of Hollywood, including Marvel’s big “Phase 3? plans.Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 56: More Iron Man for Downey?In this week’s show, Brian and Zaki make plans to leave Gotham, discuss whether Robert Downey Jr. will/should make another Iron Man movie, and the news that Paul Feig has signed on to direct an all-female Ghostbusters cast. We also unpack the all-new animated series Star Wars Rebels, and Brian explains to Zaki why he should watch David Fincher’s latest, Gone Girl. But that’s not all! We also have an exclusive conversation with director David Dobkin about his new film The Judge, opening Friday.As always, hit up iTunes and Stitcher to write us a review, a...
2014-10-091h 43The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 53: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014)It’s Turtle time for the MovieFilm duo, as Brian and Zaki discuss the latest big screen iteration of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and wonder whether producer Michael Bay’s take on the hoary franchise is a step up from the 1990s version. But that’s not all, we also share our fond memories of the late, great Robin Williams, including recommending some of our favorite flicks from his oeuvre, and discuss the latest headlines out of Hollywood. In addition, Zaki shares his exclusive interview with actors Chloë Grace Moretz & Liana Liberato and author Gayle Forman about their new film If I...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 52: Guardians of the GalaxyIn this week’s installment of the MovieFilm Podcast (the two year anniversary of the show!) Brian and Zaki talk about the Batman v Superman Comic Con footage, Wonder Woman’s new look, the potential for an all-female Ghostbusters movie, and Ridley Scott’s forthcoming space film (which isn’t the one you may be thinking of.) Zaki also has a special interview with Matt Akey, executive producer at Legend3D, who talks the nuts and bolts of 3D filmmaking, including their work with director Michael Bay on the number one film of the year, Transformers: Age of Extincti...
2014-08-061h 36The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 49: 22 Jump Street / How To Train Your Dragon / Edge of TomorrowOn this week’s installment of the MovieFilm Podcast, Zaki sits down to chat with cast members from Clint Eastwood’s upcoming adaptation of Jersey Boys. Then, it’s a rip roaring ride as Brian finally gets around to seeing A Million Ways to Die in the West- and wonders where all the jokes went. There’s plenty of movie news to discuss, what with the plotted course of DCs cinematic universe having been leaked, rumors of The Amazing Spider-Man sequel being delayed, and major set-backs related to production on Star Wars Episode VII. After that it’s time for...
2014-06-171h 50The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 47: Godzilla (with Hasan Minhaj)We start this week’s show off with Zaki’s interview with CHEF writer/director/star Jon Favreau, who talks not only about his new film but also shares his thoughts on the current state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe after he pretty much kicked it into gear with IRON MAN. After that, Brian and Zaki (still no Sean this week!) are joined by special guest Hasan Minhaj (MTV’s FAILOSOPHY), who talks up his new project, the globe-spanning doc Standup Planet, and joins us as we discuss Viggo Mortensen’s unvarnished take on Peter Jackson and the LORD OF THE RING...
2014-05-201h 52The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 46: The Amazing Spider-Man 2This week on the MovieFilm Podcast, a Sean-less Zaki and Brian kick things off by discussing Jon Favreau’s return to his indie writing/directing roots with the cooking dramady, Chef. Zaki also has an interesting sit-down with writer/director Steven Knight, whose latest film, Locke, sees Tom Hardy in a role that takes place almost entirely in a car. The two also share their thoughts on the recently dropped trailer for the upcoming Fox drama Gotham, question the thinking behind the recently announced Beverly Hills Cop 4, share encouraged opinions about the recent Star Wars casting news, and th...
2014-05-061h 53The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 44: Captain America: The Winter SoldierThis week we kick things off talking about Darren Aronofsky’s divisive epic, Noah, and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s latest action flick, Sabotage. Then, listen in as our very own Zaki Hasan sits down with actor/producer Nick Frost to talk about his newest film Cuban Fury. From there we ruminate on The Matrix’s fifteenth anniversary, news of a Key and Peele produced remake of Police Academy, wonder who was the first kid to stop standing on his desk once Robin William left the classroom in Dead Poet’s Society, share varying degrees of optimism (or lack there of) based on the r...
2014-04-082h 03The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 41: The Lego MovieAs promised in the opening theme song, this episode kicks off with “Zaki, Sean and Brian talkin’ ’bout movies.” Lots of movies. Zaki enlightens the others on Kevin Costner’s spy flick 3 Days to Kill, Brian and Zaki discuss The Lego Movie and RoboCop, and Sean weighs in on All is Lost and the occasional glimpses of Riddick he spied from a neighbor’s screen while sitting on an airplane. From there the guys share their pleasant surprise at the adventure abounding in the Guardians of the Galaxy[...]Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFil
2014-02-242h 02The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 39: Ride Along / Jack Ryan: Shadow RecruitBrian gives his take on two-week box office topper Ride Along while Zaki talks Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, leading both to ponder the latter’s struggle to find a larger audience. Next up is Zaki’s interview with Oscar nominated actress and current star of At Middleton, Vera Farmiga. After that the guys talk Batman vs Superman’sone year push to 2016, what’s in store for Indiana Jones now that his franchise is officially a Disney property, Bill Murray’s confession about why he did the Garfield movies, as well as Star Wars news, Listener Le [...]
2014-01-261h 59The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 37: Christmas Movies!‘Tis the season for another episode of The MovieFilm Podcast. This week, Sean and Brian are driving the sleigh for the first time without Zaki (check that... brand new daddy, Zaki) and invite you all to cozy ’round the fireplace for talks of TV, trailers, ant men, and of course...Christmas Movies. We are the marshmallow in your hot chocolate and the new pair of slippers from yer’ Aunt Edna. So whether you’re wrapping presents, trimming the tree, or trekking cross country this holiday season, switch us on. Yule be glad you did!Listen ad-free at Patreon: h...
2013-12-241h 23The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 32: GravityThe missing-in-action Sean Coyle rejoins Zaki and Brian for the latest MovieFilm show, and just in time too! We start things off with Zaki’s exclusive chat with film legend Danny Trejo about his latest Machete movie, and then we dive into a dissection of some of the new TV offerings for this fall season, including reactions to Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Blair Underwood-led remake of Ironside. After that, we give our take on the upcoming Gotham TV series prequelizing the Batman mythology, unpack the trailers for I, Frankenstein and Jack Ryan: Shad...
2013-10-082h 10The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 26: Death of The Lone Ranger!Lots to listen for in the latest MovieFilm show! After listening to the audio from Zaki’s exclusive interview with directors Jim Rash & Nat Faxon about their lovely new film The Way Way Back, you can hear the gang discuss the floptastic reception accorded to Disney’s big budget gamble The Lone Ranger (which, you’ll recall, Zaki has been signing high praises of), and try to figure out where the fault lies — in its stars or within us. We also talk about whether we’re all suffering from superhero burnout after the destruction-fueled climax of Man of Steel, and offer our t...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 24: Man of SteelThe MovieFilm gang reunites to discuss the latest (greatest?) cinematic exploit of Superman, with all three offering a rapturous reaction. But that’s not all! Speaking of rapturous, there’s also Zaki’s in-depth interview with Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and Craig Robinson of the hilarious end-of-the-world comedy This Is The End (check out the full transcript here). In addition, we talk up the latest news on the latest Terminator movie (including word that sixty-something Ah-Nold might be cyborging up again), dissect the doomsaying predictions from Steven Spielberg & George Lucas that the end of cinema is nigh, and offer our takes...
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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 22: Star Trek Into DarknessIt’s just Brian and Zaki for this week’s installment of the MovieFilm Podcast, but they have plenty to discuss. First up, Zaki offers his thoughts on The Great Gatsby and the all-new animated feature Superman Unbound. After that, a discussion on the latest Hollywood Headlines, including the delay of the much-anticipated (by us) Jurassic Park 4, and what it means for the future of the hallowed dino-franchise. Also, they take a look at the new trailers for Anchorman 2, Riddick and the upcoming TV series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. In addition, Zaki interviews with director Sarah Poll...
2013-05-211h 42The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 14: Our Favorite Movie Presidents (with Paul Shirey)We're joined once more by JoBlo.com News Editor Paul Shirey for this week's MovieFilm show as we discuss the trifecta of fail that is Arnold Schwarzenegger's The Last Stand, Lindsay Lohan's The Canyons, and the underwhelming Oscar nominations. Speaking of fail, Zaki also interviews comedian Hasan Minhaj about Failosophy, the new show he's hosting for MTV. In addition to all that, we also unpack the trailers for RED 2, the remake of horror classic The Evil Dead, and political thriller Olympus Has Fallen, and we close out with a celebration of Inauguration Day with a quiz administered by Yours Truly t...
2013-01-282h 11