ReelBlend

Godzilla vs. Kong director Adam Wingard joins the show! We discuss how they built scenes surrounding two CGI characters, why Kong is so effective for an audience emotionally and we even touch on some of his previous work in established franchises like Blair Witch and Death Note. You know we couldn’t have the director of the upcoming Face/Off sequel on without asking him about it, and he gave us a massive hint at where they’re headed with it. In rare fashion, we had some major news break during the episode rather than after. Black Widow and pretty much the rest of Disney’s remaining 2021 slate has shifted. We discuss Warner Media confirming that Zack Snyder’s Justice League will be his last in what they now consider to be a completed trilogy. This week’s BlendGame looks at the work of Antoine Fuqua. Next week, we celebrate the incredible Kate Winslet, and try to narrow down our favorite performances from her staggering career. Send in your pick on Twitter using #KateWinsletBlend. This Week In MoviesInvincible (Prime Video)NobodyReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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)2:24 - Weekly Poll: Who will win, Godzilla or Kong?6:34 - Adam Wingard Interview36:38 - Face/Off Bringing Cage Back?42:27 - Warner Bros. New Release Window53:18 - The SnyderVerse Isn’t Getting Restored1:06:05 - Black Widow and Disney Slate Shift1:18:43 - This Week In Movies1:23:18 - Our Favorite Antoine Fuqua MoviesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It happened. Zack Snyder joins the show to celebrate and discuss the release of his of Justice League cut 4 years after the original, theatrical cut debuted, stirring up a fanbase like never before. We were able to chat with Zack on the day his Justice League hit HBO Max and streaming services around the world, and so we dive deep into full spoiler territory covering cameos, new footage shot, and even where he wanted to take the next two Justice League films if he had the chance. ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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 Mary Wharton joins Sean to discuss her new documentary Tom Petty: Somewhere You Feel Free which is currently headlining the virtual SXSW festival. They touch on the process of working on a documentary during the pandemic, trying to find and tell a story with archival footage and inspiring collaboration between Tom Petty and Rick Rubin which the documentary focuses on. ReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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

Zack Snyder’s Justice League hits HBO Max this week! The guys dive in to a pretty much spoiler-free review of the new cut of Justice League, although if you want to go in knowing nothing, feel free to jump ahead and come back for our full thoughts. Basically though, we all really love it. The Oscars have finally announced their nominations for this year’s ceremony, and as always they’re bonkers on many fronts. We comb through some of the main categories and major stories that came from the announcement, and we give our specific opinions as the race continues to narrow down for next month’s show. Don’t fret, we will have our annual Oscars predictions episode before the ceremony, however we still need a bet for the losing members of the show. Have a reasonable idea for us? Send it in! This week’s BlendGame takes a look at the always amazing Stanley Tucci as we decide which of his roles are our favorites. Next week, we’re celebrating Antoine Fuqua’s career with #AntoineFuquaBlend. Send in your picks on Twitter! This Week in MoviesThe Falcon and the Winter SoldierThe CourierZack Snyder’s Justice LeagueReelBlend PremiumSign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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)3:06 - Weekly Poll5:33 - Oscar Nominations32:50 - This Week In Movies35:48 - Zack Snyder’s Justice League Review57:29 - Favorite Stanley Tucci Roles1:07:02 - OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Director Craig Brewer joins the show to discuss working with Eddie Murphy on Coming 2 America. He talks about how his perception of the film’s release changed throughout quarantine, shooting the film without a rating in mind, finding a role for Tracey Morgan and more. WandaVision finally wrapped up last week so the boys dig in to a full, spoiler-filled chat on the MCU’s first foray into TV storytelling. Marvel alums, The Russo Brothers’ new film Cherry starring Tom Holland is finally hitting Apple TV+. Stay tuned for our reviews. With the Critic’s Choice Awards this past weekend, we give an update on the current awards race, and discuss some of the winners and snubs. This week’s BlendGame is fairly broad, and a lot of fun. We choose our favorite films the fall under the Fantasy genre. Next week, we’re celebrating the work of Stanley Tucci Send in you pick on Twitter using #StanleyTucciBlendThis Week in Movies- Long Weekend- Yes Day- CherryReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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)3:45 - Weekly Poll8:32 - Craig Brewer Interview31:16 - Critics’ Choice Awards39:21 - WandaVision Review1:06:15 - This Week In Movies1:13:13 - Favorite Fantasy Movies1:26:08 - Outro/ReviewSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Robin Wright and Demián Bichir join the show to discuss their new film, and her directorial debut, Land. Land is a gorgeous, subtle film, and an impressive debut feature from Wright. They both have now in fact sat in the director’s chair on occasion, and so we discuss some of the lessons they took from directors while acting, and the major do’s and don’ts of the job. We also dig into the film’s gorgeous cinematography from Bobby Bukowski and why Robin chose to shoot an image much taller than your typical widescreen. The Golden Globes happened! The guys give their reactions to this year’s unique telecast, and we discuss how the race to the Oscars is shaping up with this new stable of award winners. Also, Sean’s book “Release the Snyder Cut: The Crazy True Story Behind the Fight That Saved Zack Snyder's Justice League” is finally out. Jake and Kevin take some time to ask Sean about the surreal ride of writing and releasing an actual book, and the response to it so far. Wesley Snipes has turned out iconic performance after iconic performance for decades, and in this week’s BlendGame we decide which of his is our favorite. Next week, we’re looking to the Fantasy genre with #FantasyMovieBlend. Send in your favorite Fantasy movie on Twitter using the hashtag, and we might just read it out on the show. The Week In MoviesLandMoxie (Netflix)Boss Level (Hulu)BoogieChaos Walking Raya and the Last Dragon (Theaters & Disney+ Premium)Coming 2 America (Amazon Prime Video)ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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)3:40 - Weekly Poll6:03 - Robin Wright & Demián Bichir Interview28:20 - Sean’s Book Release43:45 - Golden Globes Reactions1:03:23 - This Week In Movies1:20:58 - Wesley Snipes FavoritesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Director Tim Story joins the show to discuss his latest, Tom and Jerry. He gets into his love for the source material, how they developed Tom’s “traps” for the movie, building the sound design from the Hanna-Barbera archives and we even get to his take on one of his Fantastic Four characters making the jump to the MCU. Also on this week’s show, Spider-Man 3’s title, Spider-Man: No Way Home, has finally been revealed after a shaky social media announcement. Sean was able to see a couple scenes from Disney+’s upcoming Falcon and Winter Soldier series, and discuss the future of Marvel television with Kevin Feige. We take a look at Halle Berry’s filmography for #HalleBerryBlend. Next week, we’re diving into Wesley Snipes work to figure out our absolute favorites. Send in your pick using #WesleySnipesBlend on Twitter.  This Week In Movies- Bigfoot Family (Netflix)- Tom and Jerry (Theaters & HBO Max)- The Father (Limited)- Cherry (Limited)- The United States Vs. Billie HolidayReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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)2:21 - Weekly Poll: Favorite Video Game Movie7:40 - Tim Story Interview39:09 - Spider-Man: No Way Home Reveal49:48 - The Future of Marvel TV57:54 - David Fincher’s Next Film1:05:20 - This Week In Movies1:19:56 - Favorite Halle Berry Movies1:33:42 - Review/OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Composer Ludwig Göransson has worked on some incredible properties such as Black Panther at Marvel, The Mandalorian for LucasFilm and now Tenet with Christopher Nolan. He joins the show this week to discuss his work with Nolan, the process behind designing the score for the film and even how his music was able to influence how the film was actually shot. He also describes meeting Ryan Cooler in film school, their early student projects together, and their breakout feature Fruitvale Station. ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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 Cathy Yan joins ReelBlend once again to discuss her debut film Dead Pigs. The film has had an interesting journey as it was originally completed, and ran the festival circuit before Cathy landed Birds of Prey. That said, the film is finally available for audiences to enjoy on the MUBI streaming service. You may have heard of the streamer most recently when Martin Scorsese called them out alongside The Criterion Channel as rare examples of platforms which actually curate their film selections versus an algorithmically-generated set of recommendations. Cathy provided her own perspective on the MUBI service and the concept of human curation in film. We also touch on her experience as a journalist before directing, and how that informs her storytelling. We ask about some visual choices in the film, including wider shots and the creative use of subtitles, and how they leant themselves to the story. She is a fantastic return guest, and if you missed our first discussion with her on Birds of Prey, you can check that out here: https://youtu.be/npWQeKIH56QReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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 Josh Greenbaum joins the show to discuss Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (starring Kristen Wiig, Annie Mumolo, Jamie Dornan). He gets into the pure absurdity that guided the comedy of the film, Kristen Wiig's unbelievable duel performance, Jamie Dornan's amazing comedic turn and more. ReelBlend Premium!Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/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