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The Screen Stories Podcast
by Sean Gardner
Welcome to The Screen Stories Podcast with Sean Gardner - Continuing the 1001 Films journey, one screen story at a time. Every Tuesday night, I share the movies I watched that week, focusing on new theatrical releases. I also cover streaming hits, TV shows, and the occasional classic. If it’s a screen story, I break it down so you know what’s worth watching next. Twitter/X: @SMGReviewsBlog: https://1001filmblog.wordpress.comLetterboxd: https://boxd.it/4fsXd
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121 - Euphoria Series Finale and Spider-Noir Reviews - Screen Stories Podcast
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, Sean reviews the series finale of Euphoria and the new Spider-Man Prime Video series, Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage. Sean also previews an upcoming special episode where he gives his thoughts on the box office success of Obsession and Backrooms. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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121 - Mandalorian & Grogu Review, The Boys Finale, Spider-Man Rankings, TV Picks, and More
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, Sean reviews the newest Star Wars installment, The Mandalorian and Grogu. Sean also gives his thoughts on the WWII drama, Pressure, the new horror film, Passenger, and an inexplicable rerelease of Godzilla Minus One. Sean also breaks down the finale of The Boys and the latest episode of Euphoria. All this and more in this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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120- Obsession Review, Shrek turns 25, TV Picks & More - Screen Stories Podcast
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, Sean reviews Obsession, the newest movie from YouTuber turned filmmaker Curry Barker as well as the revenge thriller, Is God Is. Sean also gives his thoughts on the 25th anniversary rerelease of Shrek and the family friendly murder mystery, The Sheep Detectives. Sean also reviews the latest episodes of Euphoria and The Boys, and the Bear prequel episode, Gary. Finally, Sean updates his Spider-Man rankings to include The Amazing Spider-Man 2. All this and more in this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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119 - Mortal Kombat II and Tuner Reviews, Spider-Man Rankings, TV Updates & More
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, Sean reviews the newest video game adaptation Mortal Kombat II as well as the upcoming crime drama, Tuner. Sean also gives his thoughts on the latest episodes of Euphoria, The Boys, Dare Devil: Born Again, and the new Marvel Special Presentation, Punisher: One Last Kill. Sean finishes the episode by updating his Spider-Man rankings. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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118 - Michael and The Devil Wears Prada 2 Reviews, TV Recap, Spider-Man Rewatch, & More
In this mega episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, Sean catches up on reviews for recent theatrical releases including Michael, The Devil Wears Prada 2, Hokum, and a few AMC Screen Unseen showings. Sean also gives his thoughts on the latest episodes of Euphoria, The Boys, Dare Devil: Born Again, the Netflix Hulk Hogan documentary series, and the finale of Maul Shadow Lord. Sean finishes the episode by starting a full Spider-Man rewatch series. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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117 - The Pitt Season Finale Review, Euphoria Back on Track?, & More - The Living Room Show 2
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, host Sean Gardner reviews the Season 2 finale of the Pitt. Sean also gives his thoughts on the latest episodes of Euphoria, The Boys, and Maul Shadow Lord. Sean finishes off the episode with an updated James Bond Top 5 Rankings. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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116 - Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Review, Ferris Bueller’s 40th Birthday & Busboys - Theater Show 2
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, host Sean Gardner reviews the new Egyptian possession film, Lee Cronin’s The Mummy and the Theo Von, David Spade comedy vehicle, Busboys. Sean also has mixed feelings about a 40th anniversary re-release of the 80s classic Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Finally, Sean gives a preview of his upcoming Living Room show. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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115 - The Return of Euphoria and The Boys, Thrash Review, & More - The Living Room Show 1
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, host Sean Gardner introduces the first episode his new Living Room show where he reviews all things streaming. In this episode, Sean shares his excitement for two premier shows returning for their final seasons, Euphoria and The Boys. Sean also reviews the new Netflix shark thriller, Thrash. Finally, Sean gives his thoughts on The Pitt, Maul Shadow Lord, and Daredevil: Born Again. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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114 - Exit 8 Review, The Drama Rewatch & More - Theater Show 1
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, host Sean Gardner reviews the new Japanese thriller video game adaptation, Exit 8 and Pixar’s Hoppers. Sean also gives his final thoughts on the Robert Pattinson and Zendaya dark rom-com, The Drama. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Exit 8 spoilers end at 14:36Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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113 - Welcome to the Screen Stories Podcast
In this episode of the Screen Stories Podcast, host Sean Gardner gives an update on the show rebrand as well as everything he watched his week at home and at the theaters. Thanks for coming along on the Screen Stories journey. Hit subscribe to stay up to date with weekly reviews and deep dives of the latest screen stories. Thanks for listening!Twitter/X and Letterboxd: @SMGReviewsBlog: 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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112 - Project Hail Mary, Ready or Not 2, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, and more - Week 11, 2026
Welcome back to the 1001 Films podcast with Sean Gardner! This week Sean reviews the new Lord and Miller film starring Ryan Gosling, Project Hail Mary, and the sequel to the 2019 surprise hit, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come. Sean also gives his thoughts on Netflix’s Peaky Blinders movie, HBO’s upcoming season of Euphoria, and Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, Episode 1. Finally, Sean updates his James Bond rankings. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week!
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111 - Oscars Recap, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Reminders of Him, Undertone, James Bond Rankings
Welcome back to a new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! This week, Sean recaps 98th Academy Awards and gives his thoughts on the winners and ceremony highlights. Sean also gives reviews of the IMAX 4K rerelease of Kiki’s Delivery Service, the new Colleen Hoover adaptation, Reminders of Him, and the low-budget Sundance horror film, Undertone. Sean also updates his James Bond rankings and more! Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week.
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110 - Mid March 2026 Catch Up Episode
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! In this episode, after being absent due to illness, Sean reviews 9 new movies from the past few weeks including horror movies Psycho Killer, This is Not a Test, Scream 7, Dolly, and The Bride! as well as this year’s Oscar contender, Sirat, former Oscar winner, The Revenant, and the first film from Oscar nominated director Ryan Coogler, Fruitvale Station. Sean also gives his thoughts on the new Elvis Presley documentary, EPiC from Baz Luhrmann. Finally, Sean talks about the Shia LaBeouf situation at Madri Gras. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week! Shia LaBeouf blog post: https://1001filmblog.wordpress.com/2016/09/09/why-i-like-shia-lebouf/Fruitvale Station blog post: https://1001filmblog.wordpress.com/2023/04/21/fruitvale-station-2013/
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109 - Wuthering Heights, Blue Moon, James Bond Rankings - Week 7 2026 Reviews
Welcome back to the show! In this episode Sean reviews the new Wuthering Heights adaptation starring Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie. Sean also shares his thoughts the Ethan Hawke Oscar vehicle, Blue Moon. Finally, Sean updates his James Bond rankings with two new entries. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week!
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108 - The Strangers: Chapter 3, Dracula, James Bond Rankings - Week 6 2026 Reviews
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! This week, Sean reviews the third (and hopefully final) installment in the Strangers remake trilogy, The Strangers: Chapter 3. Sean also gives his thoughts on Luc Besson’s Dracula romantic retelling of the classic story. Finally, Sean updates his James Bond Top 5 rankings. Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes!
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107 - Send Help, Shelter, Iron Lung, James Bond - Week 5 2026 Reviews
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with host Sean Gardner! This week, Sean reviews the Sam Raimi thriller Send Help, the annual Jason Statham action flick Shelter, and the Markiplier video game adaptation Iron Lung. Sean also gives an update on his James Bond marathon. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to check back every week for new reviews!
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106 - Mid January 2026 Recap
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner. In this episode, Sean gives his thoughts on the Oscar Best Picture race as well as all the new release films he had seen so far this January. Thanks for listening!
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105 - 2025 Recap and Top 10
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner. In this episode, Sean gives his overall thoughts on the 2025 movie landscape, including his top 10 movies of the year, noticeable trends, and his favorite anniversary re-releases. Thanks for listening!
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104 - In Defense of Gatekeeping: Shelby Oaks (2025) Review and the Problem with Hollywood
I’m back with a wild one folks. I just watched the Chris Stuckmann film, Shelby Oaks, as part of AMC’s Scream Unseen series and I ended up getting a little rant-y on the way home. Thanks for listening!
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103 - Wicked (2024)
In this episode of the 1001 Films Podcast, Sean reviews the film Wicked based on the Broadway musical.
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102 - 2024 Summer Recap
Welcome back to the 1001 Film Podcast with Sean Gardner! Today, Sean gives a recap and review of some of the several films he’s seen over the past few months. Spoiler alert, most of them are disappointing. Also just a technical note, Spotify for Podcasters, the hosting site Sean uses, recently updated and removed all of the free intro/outro music and now will only allow him to upload completed podcast files. So until Sean figures out how to edit audio in a different program, each episode will start with a cold open with no intro. Thanks for listening and subscribe for new episodes!
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101 - The Dark Knight (2008) Commentary
Welcome back to a new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast! In this episode, Sean shares a commentary track for his favorite superhero movie of all time: the 2008 masterpiece from Christopher Nolan, The Dark Knight. Tal you for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Also, check out Sean’s blog at 1001filmblog.com
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100 - Top 10 Favorite Films
Welcome to the 100th episode spectacular of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! Today, Sean gives his top 10 favorite films of all time. Thanks for joining for this journey and here’s to 100 more episodes! Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes and follow Sean’s blog at 1001filmnlog.wordpress.com.
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99 - Dune Part I (2021) and Part II (2024)
Welcome to the 1001 Films Podcast! In this episode Sean reviews Dune Part I (2021) and Dune Part II (2024), as one complete story. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Also, follow Sean on his blog 1001filmblog.com.
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98 - Imaginary (2024)
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! Fresh off the Oscars this week, Sean is ready to fully dive in to the movies of 2024! In this episode, Sean reviews then new horror film from Blumhouse and Lionsgate, Imaginary. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes. Also check out Sean’s blog at 1001filmblog.com.
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97 - Oscar Winners Thoughts 2024
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! In today’s episode, Sean gives his full thoughts on this years Oscar winners and the ceremony as a whole. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes and follow Sean’s blog 1001filmblog.com
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96 - Mean Girls (2024)
Welcome to this brand new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! Today, Sean gives his thoughts on the renewed musical from Tina Fey, Mean Girls. It’s not a remake, but an adaptation of the Broadway musical, adapted from the original film. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes. Follow Sean’s blog at 1001filmblog.com
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95 - The Zone of Interest (2023)
Welcome back to a new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner. In this episode Sean gives his thoughts on the Oscar Nominee The Zone of Interest. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to follow Sean on his blog at 1001filmblog.com and subscribe for new episodes!
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94 - Oscar Nominations Thoughts 2024
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner. Today, Sean gives his thoughts on the 2024 Oscar nominations for films released in 2023. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes and check Sean out on his blog 1001filmblog.com
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93 - 2023 Year in Review and Top 10
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! In this doozy of an episode, Sean gives his thoughts on the state of cinema heading into 2024 and his top 10 favorite films of 2023. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes!
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92 - The Iron Claw (2023)
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner. In this episode Sean gives his thoughts on the new wrestling biopic, The Iron Claw. Starring Zach Efron and Jeremy Allen White, among many others, The Iron Claw follows the Von Erich family in the early days of Texas professional wrestling. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes!
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91 - The Elf Revelation
Hey, Sean here with a quick episode about the Christmas favorite, Elf (2003), starring Will Ferrell and James Caan. Subscribe for new episodes and random thoughts like these!
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90 - The Equalizer 3 (2023)
Welcome back to a new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast! In this episode, Sean gives his review of the newest Denzel Washington film, The Equalizer 3, directed by Antoine Fuqua. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews, Instagram @1001filmspodcast, and at 1001filmblog.com
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89 - The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023)
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! In this episode, Sean reviews the newest Dracula adaptation, The Last Voyage of the Demeter. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes and follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews, Instagram @1001filmspodcast, and at 1001filmblog.com
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88 - Oldboy (2003)
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner. In this episode, Sean gives his thoughts on the 20th Anniversary re-release of the classics Korean drama, Oldboy. This edition of the film has been restored in 4K and features an introduction by the director, Park Chan-wook, and a post-film Q&A with the director and Nicolas Winding Refn. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews, Instagram @1001filmspodcast, and at 1001filmblog.com
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87 - Oppenheimer (2023)
Welcome to the newest episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with host Sean Gardner! In this episode, Sean jumps the timeline in his Christopher Nolan Series to review the newest entry in the director’s filmography, Oppenheimer, starring Cillian Murphy in the titular role. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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86 - Barbie (2023)
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! In this episode, Sean gives his thoughts on the box office phenomenon, Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig, written by Noah Baumbach, and starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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85 - Cobweb (2023)
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast! Today, host Sean Gardner, puts a spotlight on a small but very well made horror film Cobweb. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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84 - The Flash (2023)
Welcome back to the latest episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! Today, Sean gives his review of The Flash starring Ezra Miller in the titular role and Michael Keaton reprising his role as Bruce Wayne/Batman. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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83 - The Boogeyman (2023)
Welcome to the 1001 Films Podcast! In this brand new episode, host Sean Gardner gives his thoughts on the horror film The Boogeyman, based on a short story by Joe Hill. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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82 - The Machine (2023)
Welcome to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! In this episode, Sean gives his thoughts on the new feature film based on the stand-up comedy of comedian and podcaster Bert Kreischer. Thank you so much for listening! Subscribe for new episodes and follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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81 - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the 1001Films Podcast. Today, Sean reviews the 5th film in the Indy franchise, starring Harrison Ford and Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Thank you so much for listening! Subscribe for new episodes and follow Sean on Twitter (X) @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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80 - John Wick Chapter 4 (2023)
Welcome back to a new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! In this episode, Sean gives his thoughts on the most recent entry in the hit action franchise John Wick, John Wick Chapter 4. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes and follow Sean on Twitter (X) @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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79 - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse (2023)
Welcome to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! This episode explores the brand new Spider-Man film from Sony Pictures Animation, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes. Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and 1001filmblog.com
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78 - Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)
Welcome to the newest episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! On this episode, Sean reviews the fantasy hidden gem of the year, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. This one flopped at the box office, but is worth checking out. Thank you for listening and don’t forget to follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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77 - Fast X (2023)
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast! Today Sean gives his thoughts on the ridiculous Fast X, the 11th film in the Fast and Furious franchise. This one is crazy so strap in for a wild ride. Thank you for listening and don’t forget to follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.com
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75 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)
Welcome back to a new episode of the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner. On this episode, Sean gives his thoughts on the newest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, written and directed by James Gunn. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on his classic movie blog 1001filmblog.com and on Twitter @SMGReviews
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74 - 2023 Oscar Nomination Thoughts
Hello! Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with host Sean Gardner. Today, Sean gives his thoughts on the 2023 Oscar nominations, honoring the films of 2022. Don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Check out Sean’s blog at 1001filmblog.Wordpress.com and follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews
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73 - Top 10 of 2022
Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! On the heels of the Golden Globes and with Oscar voting beginning, Sean give his list of top 10 films of 2022. Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.Wordpress.com
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Episode 72 - Prey (2022) - 1001 Films Podcast
Hello and welcome to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes! Follow Sean on Twitter @SMGReviews and at 1001filmblog.wordpress.com
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Screen Stories Podcast with Sean Gardner - Continuing the 1001 Films journey, one screen story at a time. Every Tuesday night, I share the movies I watched that week, focusing on new theatrical releases. I also cover streaming hits, TV shows, and the occasional classic. If it’s a screen story, I break it down so you know what’s worth watching next. Twitter/X: @SMGReviewsBlog: https://1001filmblog.wordpress.comLetterboxd: https://boxd.it/4fsXd
HOSTED BY
Sean Gardner
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