What the Film?!

Top 10 Movies of the 90s & Zemeckis’ "Here" Review

Join hosts Logan Thompson and Ethan Kaufman as they dive into the latest film news before reviewing Robert Zemeckis and Tom Hanks' new movie, Here. Despite high expectations, this anticipated collaboration delivers a mediocre experience at best. Wrapping up the episode, they go on a nostalgic journey through the 1990s, each sharing their top 10 favorite films from the decade. From classics like The Shawshank Redemption and Good Will Hunting to animated masterpieces like The Lion King and Princess Mononoke, they explore what makes these films timeless.

November Movie Auction & Reviews of Conclave, Venom 3, and More

Hosts Logan Thompson and Ethan Kaufman kick off this month’s movie auction episode with big industry updates: Johnny Depp’s new role, Luca Guadagnino’s fresh take on American Psycho, and an unexpected vampire film directed by Christopher Nolan starring Matt Damon and Tom Holland. They dive into reviews, starting with Venom 3, the final film in the trilogy, noting its rough edges but finding humor in Eddie and Venom's banter. Next, they praise Conclave, a riveting drama from Edward Berger with Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci, despite a lackluster ending. They finish with We Live in Time, starring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh, describing it as emotionally impactful yet hindered by a complex time-diluting narrative. The episode wraps up with Logan and Ethan’s auction, each bidding on 14 highly anticipated films from Here to The Piano Lesson, with stars like Tom Hanks, Barry Keoghan, Saoirse Ronan, and many more.

Saturday Night, Terrifier 3, & Top 10 Horror Performances

In this episode, hosts Logan Thompson and Ethan Kaufman kick things off by discussing the exciting news that "The Wild Robot" is getting a sequel before diving into three new theatrical releases. First up is "Saturday Night," a stress-filled but comedic hit starring Gabrielle Labelle, Rachel Sennott, and Willem Dafoe, which the hosts agree is a standout film. Next, they review "Terrifier 3," praising its intense gore and lauding David Howard Thornton's portrayal of Art the Clown as the best in the franchise. Finally, they share their thoughts on "Piece by Piece," a Lego-animated documentary about Pharrell Williams, which they found disappointingly bland. To wrap up, the hosts reveal their top 10 all-time horror performances, including memorable turns by Lupita Nyong'o in "Us" and Anthony Perkins in "Psycho."

Megalopolis Fails, The Wild Robot Shines, & Oscar Updates

Description: In this episode, hosts Logan Thompson and Ethan Kaufman kick things off with the latest Oscar updates, starting with TIFF People's Choice Winner "The Life of Chuck," which has been picked up by Neon for a summer 2025 release. They speculate whether Neon will push "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" as a second Oscar contender. The duo also cover "Emilia Perez" climbing to the #2 Best Picture favorite on Gold Derby, Paramount's acquisition of "September 5" after its Venice and Telluride success, and Clint Eastwood's upcoming release of "Juror #2" on November 1st. Other news includes Tom Hardy's departure from the "Venom" franchise, Daniel Day-Lewis coming out of retirement, and California's new laws for long-term digital purchases. The conversation then shifts to streaming releases, with reviews of Netflix's "Will and Harper" and Apple TV+'s "Wolfs." Special guest Joe Costa joins the show, diving into the successes of "The Wild Robot" before breaking down the underwhelming reception of "Megalopolis."

October Movie Auction & The Substance Review

In this episode, hosts Logan Thompson and Ethan Kaufman kick off with a discussion about the $2.2 billion investment into movie theater upgrades, which promises better screens, seating, concessions, and even ziplines and pickleball courts. Next, they dive into the impressive slate of weekend film and TV releases, highlighting The Substance, Transformers One, His Three Daughters, and The Penguin Episode 1. The hosts are particularly excited about The Substance, calling it one of the year's best films, with a bass-boosted score, breathtaking cinematography, visceral sound design, outlandish practical effects, and a standout performance by Demi Moore. To wrap up, Logan and Ethan engage in their highly anticipated October Movie Auction, where they each have $120 to bid on 12 of the most exciting releases of the month, including Joker 2, Salem's Lot, Venom 3, and We Live in Time. Tune in to find out which films make their lists!