
The MovieFilm Podcast
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!
Latest episodes

Apr 19, 2025 • 1h 40min
Ep. 315: Sinners
Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan reteam with this week's SINNERS, and we have lots of thoughts on the new thriller from the CREED team! Plus: Quick takes on the trailer for THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS, a roundup of STAR WARS news, Listener Letters and much more!Experience it ad-free at: https://www.patreon.com/c/MovieFilmPodcast

Apr 11, 2025 • 2h 3min
Commentary Track: Crimson Tide
We like taking deep dives at the MovieFilm show and what better choice for our latest commentary track than the submarine thriller CRIMSON TIDE! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through Tony Scott's 1995 classic, -- celebrating its 30th anniversary this year -- starring Denzel Washington, and Gene Hackman. We have lots of love for this one and plenty to say as we point out behind the scenes stories, incredible moments, and so much more. So get your sea legs under you and set course for fun!Experience it ad-free at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Apr 4, 2025 • 1h 58min
Ep. 314: Remembering Val Kilmer
Hollywood lost a legend this week with the passing of actor Val Kilmer, and the Moviefilm boys take a moment to reflect on the impact of the iconic actor and some of his most memorable roles. In addition, we also pay respects to the late Richard Chamberlain, offer quick takes on A MINECRAFT MOVIE, THE DAY THE EARTH BLEW UP and DEATH OF A UNICORN, and much more!

Mar 28, 2025 • 1h 42min
Commentary Track: Rambo: First Blood Part II
"No man, no law, no war can stop him."In 1985, Sylvester Stallone reprised his role as Vietnam vet John J. Rambo in RAMBO: FIRST BLOOD PART II, birthing a global phenomenon in the process. The MovieFilm boys mark the ultraviolentaction blockbuster's 40th anniversary with a fun track looking at the film's cultural impact and legacy while poking fun at its more amusing elements. Listen separately or watch along as we dip into a primal slice of '80s nostalgia! Experience it ad-free at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Mar 21, 2025 • 1h 30min
Ep. 313: Novocaine
Jack Quaid plays a man who can REALLY play through the pain in NOVOCAINE, the number one movie at last week's box office. And while that amount didn't really come out to much, we still had some thoughts on the violent action comedy and why it may be worth checking out. Plus: Conan returns to the Oscars! Max yanks the Looney Tunes library! The Simpsons are running 24/7 and much more! Subscribe at Patreon to listen ad-free: https://www.patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Mar 14, 2025 • 2h 11min
Commentary Track: Outbreak
30 years ago a terrifying virus took over movie theaters; and five years after a terrifying virus took over the world the MovieFilm boys decided to rewatch the action thriller OUTBREAK, directed by the late Wolfgang Petersen and starring Dustin Hoffman, for our latest commentary track! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the project's convoluted backstory, behind-the-scenes stories, humorous asides and much more!

Mar 7, 2025 • 1h 39min
Ep. 312: Oscar Wrap & Mickey 17
This week we recap our thoughts on last weekend's Oscar ceremony and have an in-depth discussion on this week's big release, the sci-fi fable MICKEY 17, from PARASITE director Bong Joon-Ho. Plus: The state of 007, Marvel's box office fortunes and more!

Mar 1, 2025 • 1h 46min
Ep. 311: Remembering Gene Hackman
With the passing of Gene Hackman the MovieFilm boys convened to pay tribute to this cinematic giant. In additon, we also remember the late Michelle Trachtenberg and more. Plus: A STAR WARS shakeup? All that, plus Listener Letters and more!

Feb 21, 2025 • 2h 11min
Commentary Track: Die Hard with a Vengeance
Yippee ki‐yay! This year marks 30 years since DIE HARD WITH A VENGEANCE hit theaters, and the MovieFilm boys decided to mark the occasion by talking through the second John McClane sequel! Listen separately or watch along with us as we tell behind-the-scenes stories and humorous anecdotes about the New York-set action extravaganza!

Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 50min
Ep. 310: Captain America: Brave New World
The MCU is back in theaters with CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, and we have some thoughts on this latest adventure for Marvel’s new star-spangled Avenger! Plus: latest viewings, Listener Letters, and our reactions to the first trailer for THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS!
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