Stanley Kubrick was one of the genuine masters of the filmmaking craft in the 20th century. He was one of the few impeccable filmographies. Not in the sense that all of his films are great (or even all good), but in the way that all of his films feel distinct and worthy of study. Here is how I rank them. Continue reading Ranking the Stanley Kubrick Films
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
Was this movie picked purely so that Matt could unleash a multi-year rant about Cobra Kai? Potentially! But while we’re here we might as well talk about 80s pop culture, the 2010 Remake and various sitcom references.
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 86: The Karate Kid
Jerome and Brian present the 100th episode of Superhero Pantheon on The Reel World podcasting network. They discuss the Batman ’89 six-issue comic book series put out earlier this year.
They also go over a litany of topics including some new major IP series, the greatness of Harley Quinn, and get ready to end their discussion of the mid-90s Spider-man animated series.
Continue reading The Superhero Pantheon 100th Episode Special (Batman ’89 Comic)
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
Apologies again for the audio issues, but it’s only fitting as we discuss the deep lore of the chaotic critters, and get very silly with voice acting trivia. References!
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 85: Gremlins
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
Two white guys talking about how much they love Ghostbusters? On a podcast?! Whatever next? Well, listen carefully and you can hear Matt playing defence to preserve his final joke. And maybe you’ll have fun along the way!
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 84: Ghostbusters
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
We did a great job of covering for some behind the scenes drama surrounding this pick. Nothing but professional discussion of manslaughter, blackface and a deep dive into stocks.
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 83: Trading Places
Terrence Malick is the greatest filmmaker from the United States to ever do it. He explores what it means to be alive – the beauty and tragedy of it. He does so in a signature manner that feels wholly original and spiritual in way that is truly pushing the medium of cinema forward. No one does it like him nor does anyone do it as well as him. He is my favorite, and I will spend the rest of my life revisiting each and every one of his films time and time again.
The Mummy (1999) and The Mummy Returns (2001) are two of the most purely enjoyable modern adventure films. Cribbing liberally from Indiana Jones, Stephen Sommers et co. created two great films for the whole family. Here are seven reasons why.
Continue reading 7 Things That Make The Mummy & The Mummy Returns Great Films
Mike Thomas finally watched No Way Home so The Reel World can now present the world’s most timely ranking of the 9 Spider-Man movies!
Here are the voters:
Matt Waters
Jerome Cusson
Kevin Ford
Ben Phillips
Mike Thomas Continue reading Ranking the Spider-Man Films
Ben Phillips & Matt Waters present 25 of their favourite movies from a given decade, and for what could be the last time they’ll be focusing on 1980 – 1989.
Martin Scorsese in the 80’s? Obviously it’s time to talk about Robert De Niro! And stand-up comedy! And boxing! Oh… well, two out of three ain’t bad! Yes, we chose Rupert Pupkin over Jake LaMotta. Feel free to yell about it.
Continue reading There Will Be Movies – Episode 82: The King of Comedy
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