Running Man Remake: Glenn Powell vs. the Broadcasted Dystopia

Running Man Remake: Glenn Powell vs. the Broadcasted Dystopia

Greg tears into the remake of The Running Man, praising Glenn Powell and calling it a tense, violent dystopian thriller about a media-run government and a desperate father fighting to save his sick daughter. The episode breaks down the game-show-as-spectacle premise, the moral rot of a society that hunts its own citizens, standout action sequences, and the ambiguous, uprising-filled finale — a must-watch for fans of Stephen King–style dystopias.

Now You See Me 3: Magic, Mayhem & Masterminds

Greg breaks down Now You See Me 3, a globe-trotting addition to the franchise that reunites the original magicians with three new recruits to stop a dangerous crime syndicate and recover a powerful diamond. The episode covers the film’s twists, character dynamics, shocking returns, and a heartbreaking loss, while praising its clever illusions and entertainment value for fans of magic and heist movies.

Regretting You: Love, Lies, and the Quiet Brutality of Grief

Greg reviews the movie Regretting You, calling it a powerful romantic coming-of-age drama that becomes a study in grief, betrayal, and family. He breaks down strong performances, the central tragedy, the affair reveal, and the daughter's emotional journey. Drawing on personal experience with loss, Greg highlights the film's honest portrayal of shame, guilt, and healing, and the importance of leaning on loved ones through grief.

Shelby Oaks: A Brilliant Build-Up, A Crashing Finale

Greg breaks down Shelby Oaks, praising its eerie marketing and spine-tingling true-crime setup about a missing sister and found footage tapes. He’s ultimately disappointed by the film’s late turn into culty, satanic tropes and an unsatisfying climax, recommending it only for a few good scares or as background noise.

Tower of Gold: Rapunzel’s Dark Reign

Greg reviews the eighth and final book, Tower of Gold, where Rapunzel is cast as a conflicted antagonist allied with Rumpelstiltskin and King Midas. Finn, a desperate thief, tries to pull her back toward love and family as the dream world war escalates. As kingdoms unite against the Evil Queen’s nightmare invasion, fierce battles, heartbreaking sacrifices, and unexpected redemption lead to a bittersweet, hopeful ending.