CinemaChat Podcast w/Rob & Brent…and Reggie

This week, we head into the Australian wilderness for Netflix’s survival thriller Apex (2026)! Charlize Theron stars as a grieving adrenaline junkie trying to reconnect with herself through an extreme solo adventure — only to find herself hunted by a terrifying psychopath played by Taron Egerton. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur (Everest, Beast), the film blends survival horror, psychological thriller, and brutal wilderness action int...

This week we’re checking out Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice (2026), a fast-moving crime comedy that throws time travel, gangsters, and double-crosses into the same chaotic night. With Vince Vaughn pulling double duty and James Marsden in the mix, the movie leans into a wild premise where survival gets a whole lot more complicated once the timeline starts getting messed with.

We talk about the chemistry between Vaughn and Ma...

This week we’re checking out War Machine (2026), a military thriller that takes a hard left turn into full-blown sci-fi chaos on Netflix.

Led by Alan Ritchson, the story blends military with sci-fi spectacle, as the squad is forced to adapt, survive, and figure out how to take down an enemy that’s faster, stronger, and unlike anything they’ve trained for.

We get into whether the genre mashup actually works, how effective the action...

This week we check out The Drama (2026), a romantic comedy that quickly reveals itself to be something much darker. What starts as a stylish, slightly offbeat look at a couple heading toward their wedding turns into a tense unraveling when a shocking confession changes everything.

The film leans heavily into uncomfortable territory, mixing humor with some pretty heavy themes as the relationship between Emma and Charlie is put under...

This week we’re checking out They Will Kill You (2026), a horror-thriller that leans into paranoia, isolation, and the creeping sense that something isn’t quite right.

We get into whether the slow-burn approach works, how effective the set pieces actually are, and if the story brings anything fresh to a genre packed with similar setups.

So is They Will Kill You the kind of horror that sticks with you after the credits roll, or one ...

This week we’re diving into Project Hail Mary (2026), the highly anticipated sci-fi adaptation of the book by Andy Weir. Known for blending big scientific ideas with humor and heart, this story follows a lone astronaut who wakes up with no memory...only to realize he may be humanity’s last hope.

We talk about how the adaptation might handle the book’s heavy science elements, whether Ryan Gosling is the right fit for the lead, and t...

This week we’re heading back into Radio Silence's world of deadly family traditions with Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (2026). The sequel brings us back to the chaos, blending dark comedy with brutal survival horror.

The film leans into sharp humor, creative kills, and that over-the-top rich family energy. However, it's trying to expand the story in a bigger way. Does it recaptures the magic or just repeats the formula with more bloo...

This week, we bring back Reggie's favorite topic...trading on the futures of people's careers! We take a look at several actors (directors and studios) and determine if we are buying, selling or holding stock in their career.

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This week we’re talking about Send Help (2026), a survival thriller that strands two very different people on a deserted island after a plane crash. What starts as a desperate fight to stay alive slowly turns into something more complicated, as their personalities clash and the situation pushes both of them to their limits.

The movie leans into tension, dark humor, and the uncomfortable dynamic between two strangers forced to rely ...

This week we check out Crime 101 (2026), a crime thriller that looks like it’s setting up a classic heist story… but takes a slightly different path getting there. The film leans into a slower, more methodical approach, focusing on the investigation and the characters circling each other rather than nonstop action.

So where does Crime 101 land for us — worth checking out, or one you can safely skip? Tune in to hear our final rating...

This week we’re reviewing Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die (2026) —a time-travel comedy where one guy is sent back to stop humanity from handing the keys to the world over to AI. It’s got big “fix the timeline” energy, plenty of chaos, and a surprisingly relevant premise… even if it’s mostly played for laughs. Is this movie a winner? Listen to find out...

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Action, chaos, and star power collide.

The Wrecking Crew (2026) brings together a high-octane cast for a globe-trotting mission packed with explosive set pieces, sharp humor, and buddy-action energy. Can Bautista and Mamoa capture some magic? Does it deliver on its promise, or does it get lost in the wreckage?

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The Rage Virus returns… and this time, it’s evolved.

Nia DaCosta steps up to expand the world of 28 Days Later with 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple—a continuation that pushes the infected apocalypse into uncharted territory.

Does this sequel live up to the legacy? Are we looking forward to another? Or has the franchise hit a wall?

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It’s finally time to reveal the picks.

In this episode, all eight players unveil their full 2026 domestic box office lists, including ranked Top 10 selections and dark horse picks. We break down the strategies, overlap, bold swings, safe bets, and potential disasters as everyone locks in their movies for the year.

Who played it safe? Who went all-in on upside? And whose list is going to look real bad by summer?

Whether you’re track...

This week, we’re reviewing Bugonia (2025), the latest from director Yorgos Lanthimos. Starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, Bugonia leans hard into paranoia, power, and absurdity, following two conspiracy-minded men who kidnap a powerful CEO they believe may not be human. Listen as we break down what works, what doesn’t, and whether Lanthimos’ increasingly strange style still hits for us. Also, are Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons pre...

This week we’re diving into The Rip (2026). BE WARNED...This one has spoilers to the point where I put a spoiler warning in the beginning of the episode. It's worth your time and it's on Netflix. If you're even passively interested in it, you should watch it before listening.

Is this one a hidden gem, a misfire, or somewhere in between? We break down the performances, story choices, and whether the movie delivers on its premise or ...

Reggie and I take a look at the release schedule via whentostream.com and discuss what we are excited for throughout 2026. What are you excited to see? Is there anything that we MUST review?

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It's finally time to hear what we (and listeners) thought were the best and worst films of 2025. Enjoy!

Brent's List: https://letterboxd.com/xnotmalcolm/list/2025-movies-ranked/

Reggie's List: https://letterboxd.com/hidanas/list/movies-of-2025/

Dawson's List: https://letterboxd.com/dahen37/list/2025-ranked/

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What was once a patreon-exclusive staple has been brought to the main show. We couldn't let it die, but it's a little different doing it with two people. We might make some changes to the format moving forward. However, you actually get two DIFFERENT movies with this one!

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