This week, we're diving deep into two wildly different cinematic experiences that have audiences fired up! First up, we break down F1: The Movie in a spoiler free fashion– the high-octane racing drama that's been burning rubber at the box office. Does this Formula 1 feature deliver the adrenaline rush it promises by being the greatest dad movie ever, or does it crash and burn, doomed to be forgotten? We'll discuss the cutting edge technology used shooting the racing sequences, the star-studded cast's performances, and whether Hollywood hit another jackpot with a racing movie!

Then we shift gears completely to examine M3GAN 2.0, the highly anticipated sequel to the breakout horror hit from Blumhouse productions. The killer doll is back with upgraded programming and even more sinister capabilities because, well, she's older to to speak. We'll explore how this follow-up expands the M3GAN universe, the evolution of the franchise's blend of tech horror and dark comedy, and whether it manages to recapture the lightning-in-a-bottle magic of the original OR does it genre swap too soon and flat out get the audience perception of Megan wrong.

In our extended discussion segment, we analyze the current state of the summer blockbuster season. Are audiences craving more original stories, or are franchises still king? We examine box office trends, the impact of streaming on theatrical releases, and debate whether this summer's lineup represents a creative renaissance or more of the same sequel fatigue. Plus, we share our predictions for which upcoming releases will dominate the remainder of the season.

Now go out and watch movies on THE BIGGEST SCREEN YOU CAN this summer season, we'll see you there! Please consider leaving us a smashing 5-star review, we love you!

28 Years Later is finally out! 28 Days Later is one of the greatest films in history, a truly remarkable triumph in revitalizing the zombie genre and creating its own path.. now comes 28 Years Later from our same beloved Boyle and Garland! Horror fans, we are eating gooood! We keep our review of 28 Years Later spoiler free, and announce when we spoil the others. We discuss the movie, themes of fatherhood, masculinity, survival, forced to grow up early, and, oh, THE ISLAND IN WHICH THE INFECTED POPULATE! And the real questions.. Sampson, was it real!?

🧟‍♂️ SPOILER ALERT: Full discussion of all three films! 🧟‍♂️

The rage virus trilogy is finally complete, or is it just beginning?! In this explosive episode, we dive deep into Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's newly released 28 Years Later (2025) and rank it against the iconic zombie franchise that started it all. After nearly three decades since the rage virus first escaped, we're breaking down whether this long-awaited sequel starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes lives up to the legacy of 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. Oh, and can't forget breakout kid star Alfie Williams as our beloved momma's boy Spike.

What We Cover:

🎬 28 Years Later Deep Dive - Our complete review of the 2025 blockbuster, from its haunting Rudyard Kipling trailer to that mind-bending finale
🏃‍♂️ 28 Days Later Retrospective - Why Boyle's 2002 original revolutionized zombie horror
💥 28 Weeks Later Analysis - The intense 2007 sequel that took the infection global
🏆 Ultimate Franchise Ranking - Which film reigns supreme in the rage virus universe?

Episode Highlights:

• 28 Years Later box office performance and critical reception analysis
• Comparing the evolution of the rage virus across all three films
• Breaking down the franchise's signature fast zombie horror elements
• Danny Boyle's return to directing vs. the different approach in 28 Weeks Later
• Alex Garland's screenwriting evolution from Days to Years
• Production secrets and behind-the-scenes insights from the 2025 release
• Fan theories about where the franchise goes next with "The Bone Temple"

Perfect For:

✅ Horror movie fans and zombie genre enthusiasts
✅ Danny Boyle and Alex Garland completists
✅ Film franchise ranking and comparison lovers
✅ Podcast listeners seeking in-depth movie analysis

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The Boogeyman returns, sort of, in the latest entry into the John Wick universe: From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. We review this film, talk about the John Wick franchise, and explore if Ballerina gives enough juice to continue to make John Wick movies with minimal John Wick.

We then review and discuss the latest original Shudder horror picture, The Ugly Stepsister (2025). A gruesome take on a familiar tale, does it live up to the hype!? Find out!

Next up, one of the greatest movies ever put to screen, Billy Wilder's The Apartment (1960). We do a deep dive into this amazing and always prescient film, and discuss what makes this movie so incredible and how it can still feel so contemporary. Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, Fred MacMurray and crew create a truly lived-in depiction of life in 1959 in the city, the tension of climbing the corporate ladder but selling your soul, and lonely hearts on Christmas. This movie has it all, jump in our discussion and let's talk about why.

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