Episode 9 - War of the Woes, Naked Gun Wins, Heat 2

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Comedy’s back (for real), sci-fi’s getting roasted, and the sequel machine never sleeps. This week we break down a crowd-pleasing Naked Gun reboot, the wildly panned War of the Worlds on Prime, fresh casting/news for Star Wars: Starfighter, a disaster-movie follow-up with Greenland: Migration, and where things stand with Michael Mann’s long-gestating Heat 2. We wrap with Early Buzz and a quick Trailer Roundup. What we cover * Naked Gun Reboot — Box office win, rapid-fire gags, Liam Neeson’s deadpan lands, Pamela Anderson surprises. One set-piece had us crying—no spoilers, but… snowman. * War of the Worlds (Prime Video) — A rare national pastime: everyone dunking in unison. We read a few choice review lines and ask how this even happened. * Star Wars: Starfighter — Matt Smith boards as the villain opposite Ryan Gosling. Hype check on the title, the timeline (post-Ep IX), and Shawn Levy at the helm. * Greenland: Migration — The Garritys leave the bunker for a shattered world. We revisit the first film’s chaotic morals and predict where the sequel could go. * Heat 2 — Budget jitters, star-power math, and our fantasy casting for Hanna, McCauley, Chris, and Cherrito—plus whether Leo actually fits anywhere. Early Buzz * Weapons (Zach Cregger) — Strong early raves; tense, darkly funny, and meticulously crafted. * Freakier Friday — Lohan & Curtis reunion delivers easy laughs and warm nostalgia (with some quibbles). * Sketch — Family-friendly high-concept charmer with standout word-of-mouth. * Stans — Eminem fandom doc exploring the artist vs. persona dynamic. Trailer Talk Jay Kelly, Rental Family, Ella McCay — instant reactions and watch-list verdicts.

Rebirth, Reboots & Franchise Fatigue | Ep. 7

Movie news roundup: Jurassic World: Rebirth has grossed $648M worldwide and is increasingly unlikely to reach $1B—even though Dominion, panned at 29% RT, still hit the mark. Rebirth sits at 51% on RT: not a disaster, but just plainly bad. And with Superman stealing audience share, it’s clear Jurassic fatigue has hit the brand hard—making this one feel more like Stillbirth than Rebirth. Meanwhile, Superman soars with another $58M in the US and $45M overseas, now at $407M globally. Word of mouth is king even of us casual viewers—and it’s holding strong. But this weekend the Fantastic Four reboot starring Pedro Pascal hits theaters—will it snatch the top spot, or will both films lift each other? Eddington, set during the pandemic, landed at #7 with $4M—perfect example of a bizarre release strategy. A film from Ari Aster (Hereditary, Midsommar) that critics rate at 68% RT, but still doesn’t resonate with mainstream audiences—even with Pedro Pascal and that iconic ‘stache. Other box office chatter: The IKWYDLS remake did modest numbers—reviews felt meh. The Smurfs movie limped into #4 despite a gasping 21% RT score. F1, How to Train Your Dragon (live‑action), and Lilo & Stitch continue solid runs, with L&S hitting nearly $900M worldwide—a staggering showing for a paint‑by‑numbers remake. Pixar’s Elio flopped hard, and 28 Years Later has now doubled its $60M budget, pushing $145M globally. Kevin Feige & the MCU future: In interviews with Variety, Kevin Feige acknowledges the MCU’s oversaturation: “50 hours from 2007–2019… then 100+ hours in half that time—that’s too much.” He argues the issue is oversupply, not demand—and points to Superman as proof that audiences still crave quality storytelling. His most awkward quote? “We didn’t want to simply put a leather outfit on Mahershala Ali and have him start killing vampires”—ironic given that’s exactly what fans want from Blade. Early buzz — Fantastic Four: Now playing and blowing up reviews at 88% RT, with the retro‑futuristic aesthetic and cast chemistry praised across the board. Seitz (RogerEbert) calls it “solid, intelligent… and occasionally inspired.” FT says it’s “good‑natured and good value—but might be remembered for its nice bathrooms.” IndieWire pans it as “a total surrender… MCU crawling on knees.” Other new releases to watch: Oh, Hi! is a quirky rom‑com starring Logan Lerman, Molly Gordon, and David Cross—67% RT. Expect tonal unevenness, but a playful cast and fresh enough twist to find its crowd. The Home from the creator of The Purge couldn’t scare itself out of obscurity—only one review and heavy walkouts suggests it’s dead on arrival. Weapons, director Zach Cregger’s follow‑up to Barbarian, is getting hype from social influencers: comparisons range from Magnolia and Prisoners to Pulp Fiction—but critics warn the payoff doesn’t land. Still, it may polarize enough to deserve a look. This week, we mourn the loss of Malcolm‑Jamal Warner, who passed away on July 20, 2025, in a tragic drowning accident during a family vacation in Costa Rica. Warner—best known as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show—was 54. He was swept into a powerful rip current at Playa Cocles, and despite rescue efforts by bystanders and first responders, he could not be revived. Initial confusion claimed his daughter was in the water, but authorities later clarified she remained safely onshore. Warner is survived by his wife and daughter. His legacy—as an Emmy‑nominated actor, Grammy‑winning musician, poet, and host of the podcast Not All Hood—will be dearly missed by fans and peers alike

26 de jul de 202521 min

Episode 9 - War of the Woes, Naked Gun Wins, Heat 2

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