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Matt (5) Basler joins Joe and Tom to discuss MICKEY 17, the new sci-fi film from Bong Joon Ho starring Robert Pattinson. They discuss the film's political undertones, performances, and quirky sense of humor. And Matt read the book (humble brag), so he fills the guys in on what's different.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzsRnku1XYo

When Joe is away, Matt will play!This week we review LAST BREATH, the feature adaptation of the 2019 documentary of the same name. Directed by Alex Parkinson and written by Parkinson, Mitchell LaFortune, and David Brooks. Starring Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu, Finn Cole, and Cliff Curtis.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kLh4ZfNUkUA

Kevin is back from vacation and joins Tom and Joe to take on THE MONKEY - adapted from the Stephen King short story by Osgood Perkins.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FOnETZqf4U

Matt F Basler joins Tom and Joe once again, as they dive into CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD. Along with their review, they touch on controversies, rewrites, and the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Kevin, Tom, and Joe dive deep into the thriller/comedy film 'Companion'. They discuss the innovative plot twists involving AI robots and human relationships, highlighting standout performances by Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid. The conversation covers key scenes, the clever writing, and intricate details that make the movie an engaging watch. They also draw comparisons to other films like 'Barbarian', 'Ready or Not', and 'Westworld', praising how 'Companion' blends humor, violence, and clever storytelling.

Kevin, Tom, and Joe explore the intense Vatican setting of electing a new pope in the Oscar-nominated film CONCLAVE. They discuss the political intrigue, unexpected reveals, and the impressive performances from actors like John Lithgow, Stanley Tucci, and Ralph Fiennes. The discussion touches on various twists including cardinal scandals, radical cardinals, and a hidden secret cardinal, making it a must-watch. Also, there's conversation around real-world Catholic Church critiques and the film's unexpected twists that kept the hosts engaged. They also manage to weave in some humor and banter about grocery shopping, masculinity, and cultural references. They close off by touching briefly on their thoughts about other shows and films, like YELLOWSTONE and 1923.

In episode 829 of Reel Spoilers, Kevin, Tom, Joe, and guest Matt F Basler gather around their virtual table to delve into WOLF MAN. They cover everything from the film's small budget and minimal special effects, to its themes of isolation and generational trauma. They draw comparisons to other werewolf films, and diverge into discussions about horror movie tropes and the practical aspects of low-budget filming.

Tom and Joe are joined by Paul Harris via Zoom to discuss 'Den of Thieves 2'. They dig into the movie's plot, highlighting Gerard Butler's character's motivations and the film's pacing issues - and touch on themes of toxic masculinity and peculiar political undertones.