It finally comes full circle. In this final episode of 25 Cent Film, host McNeill Mullikin goes solo to close out the podcast, and a quarter century of cinema, with a look back at the films of 2025. Counting down his Top 10 Movies of the Year, McNeill reflects on what he considers the strongest year of the 2020s so far. From standout horror and bold socio-political commentaries to comic-book spectacles and deeply poetic dramas, this episode is both a celebration of the year and a farewell to the journey that began with revisiting cinema one year at a time. A fitting conclusion to 25 years of movies and to 25 Cent Film itself.

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

03:02 — Honorable Mentions

04:51 — #10

07:34 — #9

10:43 — #8

13:58 — #7

18:06 — #6

21:06 — #5

25:05 — #4

28:20 — #3

32:52 — #2

37:39 — #1

42:34 — Justin and Fiona’s Top 5s

44:00 — Farewell

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Some movies don’t just fly under the radar, they’re misread entirely. In this episode of 25 Cent Film, McNeill and Justin are joined by guest John Thomas to unpack some of the most underrated and misunderstood films of the 21st century. These are the movies that critics dismissed, audiences misinterpreted, or that simply asked too much of casual viewers. From bold artistic swings to complex narratives that reward deeper reflection, we dig into why these films deserve a second look and what they were really trying to say all along.

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

05:34 — Scream IV

10:08 — Prometheus

20:37 — Changeling

25:49 — Terminator: Salvation

32:35 — Trap

42:56 — Don’t Look Up

51:11 — Joker

01:04:50 — Leave the World Behind

01:13:25 — Transformers

01:18:59 — Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi

01:40:48 — Eternals

01:49:05 — Man of Steel

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Nothing keeps you glued to the screen quite like a great twist. In this episode of 25 Cent Film, McNeill and Justin break down their favorite 21st century plot twists, pulling from every genre and spotlighting some of the most acclaimed directors working today. From shocking reveals to reality-bending finales, these are the twists that left us speechless—and still spark debate long after the credits rolled.

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

03:13 — Malignant

07:09 — Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

12:29 — Get Out

16:11 — Interstellar

24:02 — Gone Girl

29:42 — The Prestige

37:55 — Mulholland Drive

48:27 — Saw

52:15 — Arrival

01:04:40 — Recap/Outro

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Fair Use Disclaimer: As we embark on this cinematic journey, it's important to note that the discussions and clips shared in this podcast fall under the umbrella of fair use. We aim to provide commentary, analysis, and a nostalgic trip down memory lane. All copyrights belong to their respective owners.