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We have another all-time interview this week with director Patty Jenkins joining the show to talk about Wonder Woman 1984. She gets into her feelings on the theatrical cut of Justice League, the influence Indiana Jones has on Steve Trevor's character, working on the score with Hans Zimmer and so much more. It's a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes tidbits, and one of our favorite interviews yet. In the main section of the show, we dig into the earth-shattering announcement that Warner Bros. plans to release its entire slate on their HBO Max streaming platform day-and-date with theaters. Alfred Molina has apparently been confirmed for Spider-Man 3, and we get into our theories for what this next Spider-Man film might be turning into. Our weekly BlendGame picks back up with a fun topic about who our favorite directors which started in the industry as actors are. Next week, you can play along with #OriginalReleaseBlend to let us know what culturally impactful film would you most want to go back and expe

Samwise himself Sean Astin joins us this week for a wonderful interview all about The Lord of the Rings. It's rare that you get to interview a cast member of a beloved franchise, and even more rare to get to interview about said franchise. We had a blast chatting with Sean Astin about his last scene on set, gallivanting about New Zealand with a cool guy like Ian McKellen, the time Peter Jackson crushed him with a single note, and so much more. It really turned out to be a highlight reel of awesome Lord of the Rings stories. In the bulk of the show, we discuss Wonder Woman 1984's move to HBO Max. (Note: this was recorded before the bombshell news of Warner Bros. 2021 slate. More on that next week.) Sean and Jake wee able to interview George Clooney recently, and so they gush about the process and his unbelievable levels of charm before getting into the movies dropping this week. Finally, we celebrate Angela Bassett's staggering talent and career with our BlendGame. Next week, we're looking at o

Paul Bettany and writer/director Alan Ball join the show to discuss their new film Uncle Frank streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Paul Bettany talks about actors not needing chemistry, shooting WandaVision in front of a live studio audience and more. Alan Ball also recalls the night he was an Oscar.ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) for full episodes of the show in video form.Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Alex Winter joins the show this week for the home video release of Bill & Ted Face the Music. He gets into Van Halen, shooting Bill & Ted movie on digital for the first time, his work as a director, and more. Steven Soderbergh is back with a trailer for his new film Let Them All Talk starring Meryl Streep, and Lucas Hedges. After our quick reactions, we discuss the nominees for this year's Gotham Awards. The independent film awards show is the first of the season, and may help us shape our expectations for the Oscars. With a relatively young career, Diablo Cody has proved herself to be an absolute master of the page. Check out some of our favorites from across her filmography in this week's BlendGame, and be sure to play along next week with #AngelaBassettBlend on Twitter. This Week In MoviesSound of Metal (Limited)The Nest (VOD)Small Axe (Amazon Prime)Lego Star Wars Holiday Special (Disney+)ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free e

Writer/directors Eshom and Ian Nelms join the show to discuss their new dark comedy, holiday flick Fatman (starring Walton Goggins, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Mel Gibson). The movie follows Santa Claus who's had a hit placed on him by a disappointed child. We also got word that Jeff Nichols (Mud, Midnight Special) has been tapped to write and direct a spinoff in the Quiet Place universe, and that Netflix is testing a more tradition, linear programming channel in France. It's a big week for film releases. We give our impressions of Hillbilly Elegy (starring Amy Adams, Glenn Close), David Fincher's Mank (starring Gary Oldman, Lily Collins), and Freaky (starring Vince Vaughn, Kathryn Newton). If you think you'll enjoy Freaky, be sure to check out our interview with Vince in ReelBlend #142. He was another wonderful fit for the show. And finally, this week we honor the late Sean Connery's work with a discussion on our favorite films and performances from his legendary career. Next week, we celebra

Vince Vaughn joins the show this week to discuss his new film Freaky. We also get into his work on the Psycho remake, a sequel to the classic Wedding Crashers he's interested in making, The Lost World: Jurassic Park and so much more. The Mandalorian returned to Disney+ last week, so we had to talk about that amazing season 2 premiere. Songbird, a tone deaf action-thriller set during a pandemic which shut downs the world, released a trailer, and...yeah, listen through for our very obvious thoughts on that mess. We also touch on Scott Derrickson's new horror film, One Night in Miami's Oscar strategy and Let Him Go (starring Diane Lane, Kevin Costner). For this week's BlendGame, we choose our favorite films or performances from the great Jack Nicholson. Next week, we're celebrating the work of the late Sean Connery. Let us know your favorite Sean Connery film or performance using #SeanConneryBlend on Twitter! This Week In MoviesLet Him Go Possessor (VOD)ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra

On this week's show, we are joined by Composer Michael Giacchino discuss his original album Travelogue Volume 1. Also this week, we talk Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’s Oscar chances, Anne Hathaway’s The Witches, the latest Tom Holland Spidey News and Oscar Issac in talks to play Moon Knight. This Week In movies:The Craft: Legacy (VOD, Oct 28)Holidate (Netflix, Oct. 28)Come Play (Oct. 30)ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium. ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) for full episodes of the show in video form. Also, don't miss out on exclusive clips that don't make the main show by subscribing to our Clips channel (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendClips). Follow The Show HereReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their f

On this week's show, we are joined by Adam Brody and writer/director Evan Morgan to discuss their new film The Kid Detective. It's a dark, yet funny and completely charming story about a famous kid detective all grown up, and still dealing with the one case that got away. We can't recommend the film enough, and hope you will check it out as soon as you can. Check out the ReelBlend Clips channel for an exclusive spoiler bit we cut from the main show's interview once you do.Also this week, we have Jared Leto returning as Joker, a full trailer for David Fincher's Mank, and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom starring Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman in his final role. We also discuss SEVERAL films now available or coming soon; including One Night in Miami from Regina King, Nomadland starring Francis McDormand, Rebecca, The Witches, Borat 2 and more.This Week In MoviesThe Empty ManRebecca (Netflix)The Witches (HBO Max)Over the Moon (Netflix)Borat Subsequent Moviefilm (Amazon Prime) |ReelBlen

On this week’s show, we welcome legendary writer Aaron Sorkin to discuss he latest film The Trial of the Chicago 7, his second feature as a director. The film’s cast is absolutely stacked with Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II just a few of the A-listers bringing this true story to life. Stick around after the interview to hear our reviews of the film which you can stream on Netflix this week. Also this week, we discuss Gal Gadot and Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins teaming back up for a Cleopatra remake. There’s a new limited series based on Stephen King’s The Stand coming to CBS All-Access, and the trailer is…underwhelming. We have confirmation of Doctor Strange heading to Spider-Man 3, and so much more. Our BlendGame continues the spooky season with #ZombieMovieBlend. Next week, we are debating our favorite Science-Fiction Horror films. Let us know your pick using #SciFiHorrorBlend! ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-fre

From here on out, everyone needs to write release dates in pencil. Nothing sticks to its intended release dates anymore, as theaters continue to struggle with a lack of product, preventing chains and independent theaters from figuring out how to open and operate safely. On this week’s show, the ReelBlend boys finally reunite to break down all of the latest movement, which starts with Denis Villeneuve’s Dune and sweeps up the bulk of the DC film slate.We also discuss Adam Sandler's new comedy Hubie Halloween which is surprisingly enjoyable. In a surprising turn, Jamie Foxx is returning to as Electro in Spider-Man 3 starring Tom Holland. Very confusing, but Sean has a theory that honestly sounds spot on.This week's BlendGame is a festive one with #HauntedHouseBlend where we debate some of our favorite movies featuring spooky haunted houses. Next week, we continue on with #ZombieMovieBlend. Send us your favorite zombie movie on social, and we might read it on the show!This Week In MoviesThe War with Gran

The LEGENDARY, Oscar-nominated, Tony Award-winning director Julie Taymor joins the show to discuss her new film The Glorias (starring Alicia Vikander, Janelle Monáe, Julianne Moore), now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. We discuss a sequel to Across the Universe that she wants to get made, the amazing crew and creative heads she worked with on The Glorias, and so much more. A true genius, and an incredible interview for the ReelBlend history books. Also on this week's show, we talk the new trailer for The Craft reboot coming in October, Barry Jenkins being tapped to direct a follow up to 2019's The Lion King, Marvel's slate being completely wiped from 2020, Borat 2, and more. We also celebrate the career of the late, great Michael Chapman with #MichaelChapmanBlend. Next week, we kick off the month of October with #HauntedHouseBlend. Send in your favorite film that features, surrounds, includes some sort of haunted property. This Week In MoviesThe Boys in the Band (Netflix)Vampires vs The Bronx (Ne

Matthew Modine joins the show to discuss making Full Metal Jacket with the great Stanley Kubrick. He dives into Stanley's process, and personality behind the scenes, breaks down the themes of the film, and even touches on his collaboration with Christopher Nolan. We also discuss the Emmy's with Schitt's Creek and Watchmen winning big, the new WandaVision trailer (note: before news of Disney/Marvel's big schedule shift), and more. For this week's BlendGame, we dive into Tom Hardy's amazing filmography to pull out our favorite performances. Next week, we are celebrating the late Michael Chapman, a prolific cinematographer who has certainly made a film you cherish. Let us know your favorite of his works using #MichaelChapmanBlend. This Week In MoviesKajillionaireMisbehaviourAvaEnola HolmesThe Trial of the Chicago 7 (limited)ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to

This week's show is jam packed with news including the recent announcement that Wonder Woman 1984 (starring Gal Gadot, Chris Pine) has been delayed yet again. At the time of this recording, there has also been some reporting that Marvel's long-awaited Black Widow (starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh) is considering moving its release date. With Hollywood shifting schedules yet again, we begin to wonder if any other major film will release in theaters this calendar year. We have news of Madonna's upcoming biopic co-written by Diablo Cody. We react to The Mandalorian Season 2 trailer, and we have some Marvel casting news! Jonathan Majors who is beginning to break out as a serious star with roles in Da 5 Bloods, and HBO's Lovecraft Country has been cast as a new villain in the MCU, Kang the Conquerer, and is set to make his first appearance in Ant-Man 3. Beyond that, we also have our reviews for Antebellum (starring Janelle Monáe, Jena Malone) which hits Apple TV+ this week, as well as The

We finally have a trailer for Dune. We also have a trailer for Rebecca (starring Armie Hammer, Lily James) which his hitting Netflix in October. So much to react to, including the Disney live-action remake of Mulan now that the guys have all had a chance to see it.Joining us this week is writer/director Rachel Lee Goldenberg to discuss her new film Unpregnant which his HBO Max this week. It's a charming and sweet road comedy, and Rachel was a delight to chat with.For the BlendGame, we continued to celebrate the career of Chadwick Boseman, and debated our favorite performances and films from the late actors far too brief, but massively inspiring filmography. Next week, we are playing #GaryOldmanBlend. Send in your favorite Gary Oldman performance and we might just read it on the show.This Week In MoviesThe Broken Hearts GalleryUnpregnant (HBO Max)Big Announcement! We’ve teamed up with Warner Bros. to take you behind-the-scenes with some of Hollywood’s most influential filmmakers. Tune in daily starting 9/1

Director Peyton Reed and writer Jessica Bendinger join us for a special bonus episode of the show to discuss Bring It On's (starring Kirsten Dunst, Gabrielle Union, Eliza Dushku) 20th anniversary.ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) for full episodes of the show in video form. Also, don't miss out on exclusive clips that don't make the main show by subscribing to our Clips channel (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendClips).Follow The Show HereReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https

This episode really needs no introduction. Christopher Nolan and Tenet star John David Washington joins us to discuss behind-the-scenes stories from making the film. They get into how they pulled some of the film's mind-bending aspects off, and how they each prepared and changed during the making of the film. We also take time to honor Chadwick Boseman who tragically passed over the weekend. We discuss the legacy and impact he's left behind, and how important his filmography has become. Join us in continuing to celebrate his life and career by using #ChadwickBosemanBlend to let us know your favorite performance from his filmography. Also this week, we dive into spoilers for Tenet. Don't worry. We give plenty of warning before we get into it.This Week In MoviesMulan (Disney+ plus fee)Tenet (limited theatrical) ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTube!Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend

On this week's show, we sit down with Ed Solomon (Men in Black, Now You See Me) to discuss Bill & Ted Face The Music which is available on VOD today. He talks about bringing back an old franchise and making it feel fresh, bringing back George Carlin, an alternate ending that they scrapped early on and more. We also cover the many trailers from DC FanDome, but then there's Tenet. Yes, that Tenet. The guys have seen it, some of you will have the ability to see it next week, and we have some spoiler-free reactions to get you hyped. For this week's BlendGame, we take a look at the endlessly talented Octavia Spencer, and try to decide which of her roles is our favorite. Next week, we are choosing our favorite Christopher Nolan films! Let us know your pick on social using #ChristopherNolanBlend. This Week In MoviesThe Personal History of David Copperfield (Limited)Bill & Ted Face the Music (Limited & VOD)The New Mutants (Limited)ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-wee

On this week's show we react to trailers for Kenneth Branagh's upcoming Death on the Nile, starring Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer, Rose Leslie, and Sofia Coppola's On The Rocks, starring Bill Murray and Rashida Jones. Kevin Hart and Will Smith are set to reboot the John Hughs classic Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and we aren't sure why, to be honest?Lovecraft Country premiered it's first, extended episode on HBO this past weekend. Jake and Kevin are already loving where the series is taking them, and so they give their initial thoughts.Russell Crowe is set to return audiences to theaters this weekend with his latest action flick Unhinged. We give our reviews on that, and let you know what else is available This Week In Movies.And finally, for this week's BlendGame we are looking at Russell Crowe's amazing career to find out which is our favorite performance. Next week, we diving to the versatile, and wide-ranging work from Octavia Spencer. Let us know your pick using #OctaviaSpencerBle

Joining us this week is comedy legend Judd Apatow. The prolific writer/producer/director takes us behind the scenes of his latest film The King of Staten Island for some amazing stories about how they approached material that was so sensitive and important to Pete Davidson's life. He also takes us way back and reflects on some his classic projects such as Superbad, Freaks and Geeks, The 40 Year Old Virgin and more.Also on this week's show, Producer Gabe joins in for the full show! Kevin is out on vacation, but never fear, he joins us this week for our interview with Judd, and sent in his pick for #ReginaKingBlend.We spend a good portion of the show catching up on some major news from last week. Mulan is headed to Disney+ with a huge $30 price tag. Nia DaCosta who's next film Candyman was slated for release this fall has been tapped to direct Captain Marvel 2. Tickets for Tenet have started going on sale in the UK and so much more.For next week's BlendGame, we are looking at Russell Crowe! Send

We are joined by the talented actor/director Amy Seimetz to discuss her new film She Dies Tomorrow. She dives into her process as a director, what she's learned from other directors throughout her acting career, her technique for crying on queue, and her film's brilliant use of color to simulate the experience of dying.Also on this week's show, we discuss Joe Wright's film The Woman in the Window which has long been held in limbo, and is now finding a home on Netflix. We then spend the bulk of the show discussing the many films which are releasing this week including The Tax Collector starring Shia LeBeouf and Bobby Soto, An American Pickle starring Seth Rogen (twice), and Host, a new horror film that has taken the internet by storm.This week's BlendGame features our favorite movie genres as well as our favorite films from each. Next week, we are diving into the work of Regina King, and will try to pick our favorite performance. Send in your picks using #ReginaKingBlend!This Week In Movies