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Director Kevin Macdonald joins the show to discuss his new film The Mauritanian starring Jodie Foster, Shailene Woodley, Benedict Cumberbatch and Tahar Rahim. He shares some incite on the process of adapting Mohamedou Ould Slahi’s harrowing story of his imprisonment at Guantanamo Bay.The Critcs’ Choice Awards and the Golden Globes have released their lists of nominees. We dive into some of the surprises and stubs, and larger picture for where the race to the Oscars stands. Stick around to hear our predictions for Oscar nominations as of February 10th. This week’s BlendGame focuses on our favorites from one of the all-time greats, Morgan Freeman. Next week, we’ll be celebrating the work from Academy Award winner Halle Berry. Use #HalleBerryBlend on Twitter to let us know your favorite performance of hers! This Week In Movies - Fear of Rain- Music- To All the Boys: Always and Forever- French Exit- Minari- Judas and the Black Messiah- Land- The Mauritanian- Barb and Star Go to Vista Del MarReelBlend 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)4:06 - Remembering Christopher Plummer8:18 - Kevin Macdonald Interview36:24 - Weekly Poll37:01 - Golden Globes & Critics’ Choice Awards54:33 - Oscar Predictions1:14:53 - This Week In Movies1:29:51 - Favorite Morgan Freeman1:39:10 - Outro/ReviewSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John David Washington is climbing his way to becoming one of Hollywoods best with yet another tremendous performance alongside Zendaya in his latest, Malcolm & Marie, which hits Netflix this week. He was so much fun to chat with, and brought along an infectious energy that proved to be a testament to the level of passion and excitement he brings to his work. He is a true cinema nerd, cluing us into his process with directors like Spike Lee and Christopher Nolan, behind-the-scenes details from Tenet and so much more. Stick around for our full reviews of Malcolm & Marie later in the episode.Also this week, John M. Chu has been tapped to direct the long-anticipated film adaptation of Wicked. Zack Snyder dropped some Joker teases for Justice League. We chat about WandaVision’s bombshell Episode 4 (check timestamps below to skip spoilers). This week’s BlendGame honors the legendary composer Terence Blanchard. Next week, we’re tackling the long and storied career of Morgan freakin’ Freeman. Send in your favorite Morgan Freeman performance on Twitter using #MorganFreemanBlend. 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)Timestamps (approx. only)2:13 - Weekly Poll4:41 - John David Washington Interview29:52 - John M. Chu Directing Wicked35:28 - Zack Snyder’s Joker Tease43:50 - WandaVision Ep. 454:01 - This Week In Movies1:08:08 - Terrence Blanchard Favorites1:15:21 - OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The incredible Delroy Lindo joins the show to discuss Spike Lee's Da 5 Bloods. The actor gave one of this awards season's best performances, and we could not be more excited to field him some questions ahead of what we assume will be a long, and hopefully successful, run up to The Oscars.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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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

Writer/Director John Lee Hancock joins the show to discuss his new film The Little Things starring Denzel Washington, Rami Malek and Jared Leto which hits select theaters and HBO Max this weekend. He discusses working with such talented actors, Steven Spielberg nearly signing on to direct and more.Also on this week's show, we discuss the new Godzilla vs. Kong trailer, AMC raising money to last through the year, and AFI's top 10 movies of "2020." This launches us into a discussion on the Oscar race which is finally starting to heat up with the extended eligibility window nearing a close.In celebration of his staggering career thus far, we take a look at Denzel Washington for this week's BlendGame. Next week, we're celebrating the tremendous work from composer Terence Blanchard. Let us know your favorite score of his on Twitter using #TerenceBlanchardBlend.This Week In MoviesSupernova (Limited)The Dig (Netflix)Palmer (Apple TV+)The Little Things (Wide + HBO Max)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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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)2:15 - Weekly Poll8:03 - John Lee Hancock Interview36:27 - Godzilla vs Kong Trailer44:44 - Harry Potter Series at HBO Max53:00 - AMC Theaters Safe Through July59:18 - AFI's Top 101:12:12 - This Week In Movies1:28:32 - Denzel Washington BlendGame1:36:59 - Outro Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week’s show dives into news surrounding the supposed confirmation from Zack Snyder that his Justice League Director’s Cut has shifted from a 4-part mini-series to a full, 4-hour feature film on HBO Max. News of Chris Evans in negotiations with Marvel to return as Captain America hit the trades just as we wrapped up the show last week. We debate whether that’s a good idea, and what it would take for us to get on board. There’s word of a Willy Wonka prequel story in the works with Tom Holland and Timothée Chalamet favorites for the role. Why? Well, we don’t know either. This week’s BlendGame honors our favorite pups from across cinema history with #MovieDogBlend. Next week, you can play along on social with #DenzelWashingtonBlend, and let us know your favorite performance from the monolithic talent Denzel Washington. This Week In Movies- The Kid Detective (VOD)- The White Tiger (Netflix)- Our Friend (Limited/VOD)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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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)3:30 - Weekly Poll12:48 - Kevin’s 5 Most Anticipated Movies17:50 - Is The SnyderCut a 4-hour Movie Now?23:08 - Chris Evans Back as Cap?31:16 - Wonka Prequel36:30 - This Week In Movies41:41 - Movie Dog BlendGame57:11 - Review/OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Yahya Adbul-Mateen II has skyrocketed himself as a new, impressive star with a growing resumé that includes Watchmen, The Trial of the Chicago 7 with Aaron Sorkin and DC's Aquaman. He isn't slowing down with roles in the Candyman reboot from breakout director Nia DaCosta, The Matrix 4 and George Miller's Mad Max spinoff Furiosa. We managed to cover much of his work, and he proved to yet another incredible guest, a first of hopefully many appearances on the show for the actor moving forward. This week's show also includes out top 5 most anticipated movies of 2021, Netflix's movie-a-week release schedule for 2021, we review the first 2 episodes of WandaVision and discuss the ever-shifting return of the theatrical experience. What's your favorite performance or film from the iconic Christopher Walken? We get into our personal picks this week, and prepare for next week's game in which we'll debate our favorite movie dogs. Let us know on social using #MovieDogBlend. This Week In MoviesThe MarksmanPromising Young Woman (VOD)Locked Down (HBO Max)One Night in Miami (Amazon Prime Video)Outside the Wire (Netflix)WandaVision (Disney+)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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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)3:42 - Weekly Poll13:04 - Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Interview30:40 - Morbius and More Dates Moving?42:56 - Netflix 2021 Slate 50:44 - Gotham Awards Winners58:40 - Top 5 Most Anticipated Movies of 20211:12:43 - This Week In Movies1:24:23 - Our Favorite Christopher Walken Movies1:36:35 - Outro/ReviewSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Another year in the rearview, and a weird one for movies at that. The guys get together this week for the annual tradition of revealing their 10 favorite movies of the year. Producer Gabe even rounded them all up, crunched the numbers and presents ReelBlend's aggregated "Top 5" list of movies for 2020. It's a good time! Also this week, we catch up on some of the controversy surrounding Wonder Woman 1984's reception, and celebrate Chris Pine's awesome career with #ChrisPineBlend. Join in on the fun with next week's BlendGame where we'll be discussing the filmography of the original Hollywood Chris by tweeting in your favorite Christopher Walken performance using #ChristopherWalkenBlend. This Week In MoviesPieces of a Woman (Netflix)Herself (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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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)8:32 - Weekly Poll22:05 - Top 10 Movies of 20201:39:05 - This Week In Movies1:40:28 - #ChrisPineBlend1:50:06 - Review/OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pete Docter, writer/director/producer behind Pixar's Soul joins the show! We discuss his approach to animation and Pixar's incredible run of films. He gets into the work he and team did with composers Atticus Ross and Trent Reznor on the music for the film. There's plenty of nerdy information on the process that you've come to know in love from our interviews, and we hope you love this film as much as we did.If you haven't yet seen Soul, now streaming on Disney+, don't worry this is all spoiler free. However, we can't recommend it enough, and this interview is all the better having seen it. So get to it!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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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

Writer/director/actor Emerald Fennell joins the show to discuss her directorial debut Promising Young Woman (starring Carey Mulligan, Alison Brie, Adam Brody).Emerald and Sean talk about the brilliance of Carey Mulligan, and her performance as the lead. Emerald shares a story about a fight breaking out at an early test screening, the impossible task of acting drunk and more. We'll be back next week with a full episode of the show featuring our top 10 movies of 2020. 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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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

Paul Greengrass (you read that right) joins the show! His work spans from the Bourne series to United 93 to Captain Phillips to his latest News of the World, a Western starring Tom Hanks. We discuss the story that drives News of the World, the incredible work from Tom Hanks which he thinks makes for his best performance yet, getting snubbed at the Oscars and more.In standard ReelBlend luck, Disney announced a massive slate from across their tentpole brands towards the end of last week. We get into some of our most notable announcements, and how Disney's strategy fares compared to Warner Bros full streaming commitment.This week's BlendGame proved to be a fun one. We asked you which film do wish you could go back in time and experience with a crowd during its opening weekend, and you didn't disappoint. Next week, we are celebrating Chris Pine's work with #ChrisPineBlend. Send in your favorite Chris Pine performance or film on Twitter using the hashtag, and we might read it out on the show.This Week In MoviesMonster HunterFataleMa Rainey's Black BottomReelBlend 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 (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) 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)4:25 - Weekly Poll12:39 - Paul Greengrass Interview35:38 - Disney's Slate Announcement52:09 - R-Rated Justice League1:00:59 - This Week In Movies1:12:07 - #OriginalReleaseBlend1:26:53 - OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy