The MovieFilm Podcast
by Zaki Hasan & Brian Hall
Join film critic Zaki Hasan and television writer Brian Hall as they engage in hilarious and insightful conversations on all the latest out of Hollywood, including news, reviews, and interviews with some of the biggest names in movies!
Episodes
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Commentary Track: The Fly (1986)
Be afraid. Be very afraid. For Halloween, we’re marking 40 years of David Cronenberg’s unforgettable body-horror classic THE FLY! Cue up the 1986 film and watch along as we discuss Jeff Goldblum’s career-defining transformation from scientist Seth Brundle into the horrific Brundlefly, along with...
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Bonus Show: A New Apu!
There's a new Apu in town! The beloved SIMPSONS supporting player made his return this month after a near-decade absence, and in this BONUS DISCUSSION we have some thoughts on what he represents and other questions about representation. Plus: The legacy of Muhammad Ali and more! Listen ad-free at...
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Ep. 356: Clayface
This week we go in-depth on DC Studios’ latest big-screen offering, the body horror-meets-Batman baddie picture CLAYFACE! Plus: we remember beloved actors Richard Riehle and Tom Skerritt, size up the latest contenders to inherit James Bond’s license to kill (while singing the praises of the 1989...
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Ep. 355: Street Fighter / You Can See Everything
This week, we’re going in-depth on two new releases: the big-screen video-game adaptation STREET FIGHTER and the mysterious Elizabeth Holmes documentary YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING! Plus: MUSK, VISIONQUEST, remembering BREAKING BAD star RJ Mitte, Steven Soderbergh steps in for director Matt Reeves to...
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Ep. 354: Digger / The Social Reckoning
This week, we’re going in-depth on two very different (yet similar?) new releases: Aaron Sorkin's Zuckerberg revisit THE SOCIAL RECKONING and anarchic Tom Cruise vehicle DIGGER! Plus, we remember beloved SAVED BY THE BELL actor Dennis Haskins, unpack the now-closed Skydance/Warner Bros. merger,...
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Commentary Track: The Social Network
With THE SOCIAL RECKONING bringing audiences back to the world of Facebook next week, we go back to where it all began with a commentary track for 2010's THE SOCIAL NETWORK! Listen separately or watch along as we discuss David Fincher’s meticulous direction, Aaron Sorkin’s razor-sharp screenplay,...
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Bonus Show: Endgame Encore, Star Wars X, and the End of Endings
In this bonus show we discuss the recent release of AVENGERS: ENDGAME ENCORE, with new scenes meant to lead into AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY, and the news that STAR WARS: EPISODE X may soon be coming. Plus: DAYS OF THUNDER 2 headed for the on-ramp. Does anything end anymore? We ponder this and more...
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Ep. 353: Heart of the Beast / Primetime
This week, we’re going in-depth on two very different new releases: HEART OF THE BEAST and PRIMETIME! Plus, we unpack the seismic Paramount/Warner Bros. merger, ponder whether Zack Snyder has officially landed in “director’s jail,” and catch up on all the latest movie news. It’s another packed...
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Ep. 352: Resident Evil and Other Stuff
A whole bunch of quick takes on this week's MovieFilm show! Brian has his thoughts on the new RESIDENT EVIL, FALL 2: DEADPOINT and the Barney-inspired slasher movie BUDDY! Then we ponder the rise of movies poking holes in our tech overlords, including THE SOCIAL RECKONING, MUSK, and ARTIFICIAL....
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Bonus Show: Rear Window, the A.I. Apocalypse and VHS @ 50
Things get electrifying (literally!) as Brian recounts a home-editing mishap that nearly became his own FINAL DESTINATION sequel! From there, we discuss REAR WINDOW’s enduring big-screen magic (and the hazards of snoring moviegoers), the upcoming 70mm return of the original STAR WARS, and George...
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Commentary Track: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home
(00:00:00) Kicking Off Our Star Trek IV Commentary (00:02:30) Celebrating 60 Years with The Voyage Home (00:04:30) Honoring Challenger, Nimoy's Directing Return (00:07:30) Leonard Nimoy's Thoughtful Filmmaking Approach (00:12:28) Deep Dive into Star Trek Continuity & Cameos (00:19:57) Star Trek's...
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Commentary Track: Terminator: Dark Fate
(00:00:00) Setting the Stage for Terminator: Dark Fate Commentary (00:05:19) The Unceremonious Killing of John Connor (00:10:57) Dark Fate's New Characters and Franchise Expectations (00:19:37) Analyzing Dark Fate's Action Sequences and Visual Effects (00:30:53) Linda Hamilton's Return and Easter...
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Bonus Show: Spidey Commentaries, '90s Syndication and Brian's Mystery Song
In this wide-ranging bonus conversation we discuss commentaries for Sam Raimi's SPIDER-MAN films, the intricacies of '90s TV syndication, and Brian describes his quest to find a mysterious missing musical composition! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
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Ep. 351: The Dog Stars / Coyote vs. Acme
(00:00:00) Ep. 351: The Dog Stars / Coyote vs. Acme (00:02:04) Episode Welcome, Podcast Updates, and Zuckerberg Film (00:15:40) X-Men, Avengers Doomsday, and Movie-Watching Habits (00:22:35) A Fond Farewell to Shelley Fabares (00:26:05) Celebrating Dolly Parton's Life and Philanthropy (00:37:13)...
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Ep. 350: Lanterns / The End of Oak Street
(00:00:00) A message from Sean Coyle (00:01:38) Celebrating 350 Episodes: Reflecting on Our Podcast Journey (00:08:05) From Reno to Remakes: Our Podcast's Evolution (00:17:32) Discovering Matt Johnson: Lo-Fi Filmmaking & Storytelling (00:27:51) Unconventional Cinema: Reviewing The Rivals of…
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Commentary Track: Green Lantern
(00:00:00) Why We're Rewatching Ryan Reynolds' Green Lantern (00:03:59) Discussing the Theatrical Cut and James Newton Howard's Score (00:06:30) Critiquing the Overloaded Opening and Hal Jordan's Characterization (00:16:53) Blake Lively's Performance and Green Lantern's Development History...
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Ep. 349: Spider-Man’s Box Office Bonanza!
(00:00:00) Celebrating 349 Episodes and Podcast Longevity (00:01:26) Discussing 'The Drama' and Theatrical vs. Streaming (00:06:05) Discovering 'Nirvanna the Band the Show' and 'Cheers' Legacy (00:11:05) Revisiting 'Spider-Man' and 'The Odyssey' on the Big Screen (00:20:05) Listener Thoughts on...
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Ep. 348: Spider-Man: Brand New Day
(00:00:00) The Unexpected Rise of Popcorn Buckets (00:10:31) Rediscovering Taika Waititi's Perfect Film (00:20:48) Cheers and Other Classics (00:31:26) Tribute to Terminator 2 Co-Writer William Wisher Jr. (00:36:46) Cher Horowitz Returns: Clueless Sequel Series Announced (00:45:32) Are Legacy...
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Bonus Show: Odyssey Idiocy + Avengers: Doomsday Trailer
In this bonus discussion we vent on the very-online controversies surrounding Christopher Nolan's megahit THE ODYSSEY, unpack New York Magazibe's recent directors power ranking, and give first thoughts on the AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY trailer! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
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Commentary Track: Spider-Man: Homecoming
(00:00:00) Podcast Welcome and Commentary Setup (00:03:26) Michael Keaton's Vulture and MCU Timeline Errors (00:07:28) The Historic Deal Bringing Spider-Man to Marvel (00:10:56) Tony Stark's Role and John Hughes High School Vibe (00:16:24) Genuine High School Humor and Unexpected MCU Cameos...
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Ep. 347: The Odyssey + Remembering Sam Neill
(00:00:00) Welcome, Patreon, and Recent Movie Experiences (00:05:30) Emotional Journey at the Wes Anderson Music Concert (00:10:34) Unpacking the Dark Humor of How to Make a Killing (00:14:32) Parenting Adventures: Sharpies, Crafts, and Superhero IDs (00:18:50) Rob Kelly's Query on Multiple Movie...
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Bonus Show: Evil Dead Burn + Obsession In-depth!
In this bonus show we offer thoughts on the latest/last JACKASS film, horror sequel EVIL DEAD BURN, Illumination’s underperforming MINIONS & MONSTERS, and dive deep into smash hit OBSESSION! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
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Commentary Track: Troy
(00:00:00) Commentary Track: Troy (00:01:32) Re-evaluating Troy Before Nolan's Odyssey (00:07:04) Brad Pitt's Reluctance and Wolfgang Petersen's Vision (00:19:57) Stripping Gods from Homer's Epic Tale (00:29:32) Actors' Personal Stories and On-Set Experiences (00:48:35) Achilles's Contempt and...
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Bonus Show: Independence Day + Supergirl Fallout
In this bonus show we unpack our Independence Day thoughts, mark the 35th anniversary of TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY and examine the box office fallout of SUPERGIRL underperforming! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
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Commentary Track: Independence Day: Resurgence
(00:00:00) Revisiting Independence Day: Resurgence Ten Years Later (00:06:00) The Impact of Will Smith's Absence on the Sequel (00:09:47) Why the Sequel Lost the Original's Relatable Charm (00:15:41) Visual Effects and Character Development (00:16:04) Resurgence's Failure to Deliver Emotional...
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Ep. 346: Toy Story 5 / Supergirl (2026)
(00:00:00) Ep. 346: Toy Story 5 / Supergirl (2026) (00:00:01) Welcome to MovieFilm (00:00:26) Catching Up with Brian (00:02:07) Recent Movie Watchings (00:04:18) TV Shows and Documentaries (00:11:22) Listener Feedback on Masters of the Universe (00:22:47) Supergirl 1984 Commentary (00:31:11)…
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Commentary Track: Supergirl (1984)
(00:00:00) Welcome to the Supergirl Commentary Track (00:00:47) Setting the Stage for Supergirl (00:05:31) The Million Dollar Title Sequence (00:08:32) Argo City and Kara's Arrival on Earth (00:10:16) Helen Slater and Peter O'Toole's Performances (00:12:29) The Problematic Plot and Character...
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Bonus Show: Dead Franchises / Eastwood Retiring?
In this bonus drop we ponder the state of franchise filmmaking in today’s Hollywood, from STAR WARS to MAD MAX, and address news that movie icon Clint Eastwood may be calling it a career at 96. Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
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Ep. 345: Disclosure Day
(00:00:00) Ep. 345: Disclosure Day (00:00:01) Welcome to Movie Film (00:00:23) Weather Talk and Banter (00:01:36) The Batman and Mr. Freeze (00:03:24) Newscaster Voice and Broadcasting (00:06:15) Pop Culture Jeopardy (00:13:46) Obsession (00:33:16) Scary Movie 6 (00:33:35) Scary Movie Franchise...
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Ep. 344: Masters of the Universe (2026)
After decades of starts, stops, and false alarms, a big budget reboot of MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE is finally here! Join Brian and Zaki for a spoiler-filled discussion of the new He-Man movie, the challenges of bringing Eternia to life, and why the property has endured for so long. Plus: Listener...
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Commentary Track: Masters of the Universe (1987)
(00:00:00) Revisiting the 1987 Masters of the Universe Film (00:05:04) The Budget, Practical Effects, and Cannon's Downfall (00:11:09) Dolph Lundgren, Human Surrogates, and Missed Opportunities (00:16:30) From Cheap Flicks to Blockbusters: Superhero Movie Evolution (00:22:00) Memorable Supporting...
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Ep. 343: The Mandalorian and Grogu
(00:00:00) Ep. 343: The Mandalorian and Grogu (00:00:01) Welcome to Movie Film Podcast (00:00:47) Ad-free Commentary on Patreon (00:02:05) Catching Up on Recent Movies and Events (00:03:44) The Changing Landscape of Celebrity Encounters (00:07:36) Deep Water: A Surprisingly Enjoyable Shark…
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Bonus Show: Too Many Popcorn Buckets!
In this bonus show we discuss the joys of opening toys, concerning tracking for the MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE movie, and the proliferation of exclusive popcorn buckets at movie theaters...plus more! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast
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Commentary Track: Solo: A Star Wars Story
After years of listener requests, the MovieFilm boys finally tackle SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY with a full commentary track! Join us as we revisit the galaxy’s most unexpectedly charming spinoff, dig into the film’s famously troubled production history, debate Alden Ehrenreich’s surprisingly great...
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Commentary Track: The Mummy Returns
(00:00:00) Commentary Track: The Mummy Returns (00:00:55) Celebrating The Mummy Returns and Supporting the Show (00:05:15) Analyzing The Mummy Returns' Early CGI and Scope (00:12:24) Exploring Characters and Rapid Sequel Production (00:21:59) The Balance of Practicality and Digital Filmmaking...
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Ep. 342: Michael / The Devil Wears Prada 2
(00:00:00) Welcome to the Show: Deep Dish Pizza & Patreon Perks (00:05:21) Revisiting Ferris Bueller, Jerry Maguire, and Fight Club on the Big Screen (00:19:16) Sydney Sweeney Controversy and the Thrills of 'The Housemaid' (00:29:11) Josh Johnson's Stand-Up and a Fresh Look at 'Gotham' (00:34:02)...
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Commentary Track: Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
On this week’s episode, we’re diving into Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story — a parody so sharp it might’ve broken the entire music biopic genre. We get into John C. Reilly’s bizarrely committed performance, the all-timer Beatles sequence, and why “Let’s Duet” has no right being that catchy. Along…
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Commentary Track: All the President’s Men
(00:00:00) Revisiting All the President's Men: A Timeless Thriller (00:05:09) How Robert Redford Shaped the Watergate Film (00:16:26) The Meticulous Craft of All the President's Men (00:45:19) Balancing Historical Fact with Cinematic Drama (00:53:44) The Importance of Institutional Separation in...
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Ep. 341: The MovieFilm Mailbag
It's an oversized mailbag episode of MovieFilm this week as we answer a whole slew of fan questions on a whole slew of topics new and old! Plus: Reactions to THE DRAMA and THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE, more LORD OF THE RINGS on the way, discussing the trailer for HBO's HARRY POTTER series, and…
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Commentary Track: Lethal Weapon 3
(00:00:00) Initial Thoughts on the Film's Tone and Opening Sequence (00:06:32) How Lethal Weapon 3 Embraced a Lighter Tone (00:15:00) Exploring the Enduring Rapport of Riggs, Murtaugh, and Leo (00:23:22) The Evolution of the Series and Lorna Cole's Introduction (00:31:40) Lethal Weapon 3's Timely...
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Ep. 340: Project Hail Mary
(00:00:00) Hosts Discuss Busy Schedules and Recording Challenges (00:03:15) The Ongoing Pain and Resolution of Brian's Dental Issues (00:06:35) From Mid-Life Musings to Pop Culture Embarrassments (00:14:42) Deconstructing the Phoniness of Modern Influencer Culture (00:29:38) Exploring the Clever...
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Ep. 339: The Bride! / Hoppers
(00:00:00) Brian's Week of Tooth Trouble and Questionable Dentists (00:06:37) Fackham Hall and Ted Season 2: Comedies and Comfort Viewing (00:16:38) Writing Assignments, World News, and Hot Toys Unplugging (00:27:49) Scream Commentary Feedback and Superman 2025 Excitement (00:38:54) Timothee...
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Ep. 338: Scream 7
(00:00:00) Episode Introduction and Brian's Dental Dilemma (00:02:11) Emerald Fennell's Audacious Wuthering Heights Adaptation (00:13:12) Reviewing Crime 101 and Underrated Movie Gems (00:20:01) Yellowstone's Marshals: A CBS Procedural Shift (00:24:55) The Immortal Man: A Peaky Blinders...
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Commentary Track: Scream (1996)
(00:00:00) Revisiting Wes Craven's Game-Changing Horror Classic (00:06:32) The Iconic Opening Scene and Star Power (00:13:33) Kevin Williamson's Sharp Script and 90s Dialogue (00:24:36) Dated Tech, High Schoolers, and Casting What-Ifs (00:41:35) Box Office Success and Evolving Character Bonds...
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Ep. 337: Remembering Robert Duvall
(00:00:00) Kicking Off the Episode with Weekend Stories (00:01:45) Revisiting 'The Legend of Tarzan' and its Pulp Roots (00:04:09) The Wild Tale of 'Tarzan: The Epic Adventures' (00:06:53) From Actress to Producer: Margot Robbie's Rapid Rise (00:09:36) Behind the Scenes with Top Directors at DGA...
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Commentary Track: Broken Arrow
(00:00:00) Kicking Off Our Commentary for John Woo's Broken Arrow (00:03:50) John Travolta's Choice to Play the Over-the-Top Villain (00:11:17) How 90s Action Movies Evolved and Memorable Supporting Actors (00:24:02) Christian Slater's Journey and On-Screen Chemistry with Samantha Mathis…
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Ep. 336: Send Help
(00:00:00) Welcome to the Show: Time Flies and Tiramisu (00:02:15) Winter Olympics Sketch and Re-evaluating The Legend of Tarzan (00:06:23) Mixing Truth and Fiction in Film, Plus Kermit's New Voice (00:14:28) Mel Brooks, Chevy Chase, and a Secret Mall Apartment (00:26:12) Rose Byrne's Harrowing...
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Ep. 335: Marvel’s Wonder Man
(00:00:00) Podcast Intro, Patreon Bonus, and Wuthering Heights Book Club (00:07:24) Reviewing The RIP and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (00:25:48) Starfleet Academy and the Ever-Present Fandom Discourse (00:38:43) Listener Mail and Crafting Stories in the Star Wars Universe (00:51:53) First…
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Commentary Track: Thor: Ragnarok
(00:00:00) Diving Back into Marvel's Infinity Saga with Thor: Ragnarok (00:07:39) How Taika Waititi Redefined Thor's Comedic Tone (00:18:36) Doctor Strange, Odin's Farewell, and Ragnarok's Visual Effects (00:28:09) The Complex Brotherhood and Hulk's Gladiator Origins (00:39:25) The 'Friend From...
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Bonus Show: Masters of the Universe Trailer!
In this bonus show, get our thoughts on the just-released trailer for the big-budget MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE feature film coming this summer! Does it accurately capture our childhood? How will it play to the uninitiated? We tackle these questions and more! Plus: Thoughts on the upcoming STAR WARS...
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Join film critic Zaki Hasan and television writer Brian Hall as they engage in hilarious and insightful conversations on all the latest out of Hollywood, including news, reviews, and interviews with some of the biggest names in movies!
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Zaki Hasan & Brian Hall