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Elijah Wood joins ReelBlend to discuss No Man of God, The Lord of the Rings and even Back to the Future. He was incredibly generous with his time, and allowing us to geek out about making The Lord of the Rings now that we’re upon The Fellowship of the Ring’s 20th anniversary. ReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings" Director Destin Daniel Cretton discusses his first foray into action filmmaking, working with Brie Larson as Captain Marvel, and directing a scene from the hospital room of his newborn. The hosts review their experiences at CinemaCon, mention upcoming major releases like Ghostbusters: Afterlife and Matrix 4, and praise the fight scenes, emotional depth, and performances in "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings".

No Man of God starring Elijah Wood hits theaters this weekend, and director Amber Sealey joins us to discuss her approach to this film about notorious serial killer Ted Bundy, and the FBI agent who tried to understand him.ReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Lowery, director of the The Green Knight (starring Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander), joins the show! We get into the extremely long process of editing the movie together and how the pacing of the film changed over time in post-production, the sound and character design of the Green Knight and more. Marvel has dropped two massive trailers for their upcoming 2021 slate with Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings on the horizon. We breakdown our thoughts on the Eternals first full length trailer, and Spider-Man: No Way Home’s first look which included the appearance of Doc Ock and Green Goblin.This Week In Movies- Flag Day- No Man of God (Limited)- CandymanReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Timestamps (approx. only)00:11:39 - Weekly Poll00::13:23 - David Lowery Interview00:44:20 - Marvel’s Eternals Trailer00:51:11 - Spider-Man: No Way Home Trailer01:09:31 - Flag Day Review01:15:33 - No Man of God Review01:17:35 - Candyman Review01:30:15 - BREAKING: Venom 2 Delayed?01:41:25 - OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David Bruckner, director of The Night House starring Rebecca Hall, joins the show to discuss the making of the film, following and subverting Horror tropes, the return of the V.H.S. anthology, and his upcoming reboot of the Hellraiser franchise. ReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend -  @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Director M. Night Shyamalan collaborated with his daughter, filmmaker Ishana Shyamalan, on his latest film, "Old." After M. Night Shyamalan released a video highlighting her work as "Old" second unit director, the ReelBlend guys asked her to sit down and discuss her work on the Apple TV+ series "Servant," working with her famous dad and carving her own path in cinema following her recent graduation from NYU film school.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Director Neill Blomkamp joins the show to discuss his latest horror feature, Demonic. He explains the very new technology used to create the digital subconscious captured in the film, how the pandemic actually brought him back to feature filmmaking sooner than he expected, an upcoming sequel to District 9, and his lost Aliens 5 script. We also debate the quintessential baseball movie, Free Guy’s surprising Box Office results, and review the many films hitting theaters and streamers this week; including Demonic, The Protégé (starring Michael Keaton), Reminiscence (starring Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Ferguson), and The Night House (starring Rebecca Hall). This Week In Movies- The Protégé- Demonic- Reminiscence- The Night HouseReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Timestamps (approx. only)00:05:43 - Weekly Poll00:14:27 - Neill Blomkamp Interview00:45:36 - Free Guy Box Office00:53:44 - The Protégé Review00:58:07 - Demonic Review01:00:42 - Reminiscence Review01:06:27 - The Night House Review01:09:35 - Our Favorite Rebecca Hall Movies01:16:10 - OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Director Shawn Levy joins the show to discuss Free Guy  starring Ryan Reynolds. He drops details on how they created the bulky, meathead Ryan Reynolds 2.0 “Dude,” finding a the brilliant Jodie Comer for the film, how they pull off the surprising, star-studded cameos and more. The Suicide Squad had a disappointing debut at the box office over the weekend, and we dig into to some of the various reasons that might have factored into the less-than-stellar return. There are quite a few films hitting theaters and streamers this weekend which means we have spoiler-free reviews for Beckett, Free Guy, Don’t Breathe 2 and Respect. Spoilers…Jennifer Hudson deserves an Oscar. This Week In Movies- CODA- Beckett- Don’t Breathe 2- Free Guy- RespectReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Timestamps (approx. only)6:40 - Weekly Poll12:54 - Shawn Levy Interview43:55 - Who Will Direct Deadpool 3?49:42 - Warner Bros. 45 Day Release Windows1:03:21 - The Suicide Squad Box Office1:21:34 - This Week In Movies1:22:33 - Beckett Review1:24:29 - Free Guy Review1:30:33 - Don’t Breathe 2 Review1:40:12 - Respect Review1:49:30 - Favorite Ryan Reynolds Movie2:02:02 - OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The creative minds behind Don’t Breathe 2, Fede Álvarez and Rodo Sayagues, sat down with us for dive into their process of creating a horror sequel that falls outside of the traditional approach filmgoers may have come to expect. We discuss the now iconic, but ever disturbing “turkey baster” moment from the original, why horror must continue to push its audience further and more. ReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week the guys talk with “Beckett” director Ferdinando Cito Filomarino about working with John David Washington. They also discuss Scarlett Johansson’s Disney lawsuit, their reaction to the “Venom 2” trailer, and give a review of "The Suicide Squad."What’s your favorite movie from James Gunn? That’s the topic of this week’s BlendGame. Next week, we’re taking a look at Ryan Reynolds' career. Play along on Twitter using #RyanReynoldsBlend. This Week In Movies- Vivo- Nine Days- The Suicide SquadReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at cinemablend.com/reelblendpremium.ReelBlend on YouTubeBe sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast) for full episodes of the show in video form. Follow The ShowReelBlend - @ReelBlendSean - @Sean_OConnell Jake - @JakesTakesKevin - @KevinMcCarthyTVGabe - @gabeKovacsReelBlend MerchWe have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. (cinemablend.com/shop)Timestamps (approx. only)8:51 - Weekly Poll18:19 - Ferdi Filomarino Interview48:46 - Scarlett Johansson/Disney Lawsuit1:00:50 - Venom: Let There Be Carnage Trailer reaction1:09:20 - Woodstock '99 Documentary Discussion1:23:50 - This week in movies1:25:00 - The Suicide Squad Reviews1:33:55 - James Gunn BlendSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy