Unspooled Summer Movie Recap 2025
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Aug 7, 2025 The summer movie season of 2025 brought unexpected hits and misses! Fantastic Four revives Marvel, while Pixar’s 'Elio' faces a disappointing box office. The hosts share mixed feelings on major releases like the 'How to Train Your Dragon' remake and explore the evolution of comedy and superhero films. They also critique lackluster dinosaur sequels and delve into storytelling in contemporary cinema. With insights on movie-going experiences, they celebrate innovative filmmaking and the joy of diverse narratives this summer.
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Pedro Pascal's Summer Dominance
- Pedro Pascal was the breakout star of summer 2025 with three big movies.
- The hosts foresee a potential Pedro Pascal backlash due to overexposure in media.
Mission Impossible's Renewing Strength
- Mission Impossible Final Reckoning had a confusing plot but ended with an iconic plane stunt.
- The franchise's strength is in renewal with new ideas and directors rather than multi-part arcs.
Ballerina Advances Female Action Roles
- Ballerina showcased improved female action roles, with a woman fighting men realistically.
- The film reflects progress from old tropes of women only fighting female opponents.
