Talking Through The Movies
The premier destination for film fanatics and honest movie reviews. On Talking Through The Movies, we go beyond simple critiques to provide in-depth analysis of the latest cinematic universes, box office battles, and fan theories. Hosted by Christopher and Joy Fagan, this show is your trusted source for commentary on everything from blockbuster releases and cult classics to exclusive interviews with creators, behind-the-scenes insights, and first-time-watching reactions. Join our community for passionate discussion on all things film.
Episodes
Episode 61 of Talking Through The Movies is live! Christopher Fagan is joined by Anthony from The Cinema Vexx and Jazz from the Was It Good Though podcast to dive into 3 essential Samuel L. Jackson deep cuts and deliver a full breakdown of HBO's Lanterns Episode 3 ("The Blackest Moments").TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro2:30 - 3 Samuel L. Jackson Movies You Need to See14:45 - Lanterns Episode 3 Review ("The Blackest Moments")===============...
It’s our milestone 60th episode of Talking Through The Movies! Today, Chris Fagan is joined by special guest co-host Andre from The Cinema Vexx channel to break down a massive weekend in entertainment. In Box Office Bullets (B.O.B.), we run down the full Top 10 box office weekend and track Spider-Man: Brand New Day crossing the historic $2 billion worldwide mark in just 18 days. We pay tribute to the life, career, and unforge...
Can a solo superhero cross the $2 billion threshold without an ensemble team-up behind him? Today we’re looking at the box office mechanics that could make Spider-Man the first standalone character to achieve the impossible. Then, we pull back the curtain on "The Bait and Switch Saga"—an honest, strategic look at Marvel Studios' relationship with fans and employees of color. We trace the pattern from Terrence Howard's e...
The new era of Talking Through The Movies starts NOW! Tonight, we break down Marvel's explosive San Diego Comic-Con announcements, including David Jonsson cast as the new Black Panther in Black Panther 3 and Ryan Reynolds crashing Hall H disguised as Deadpool. Plus, we discuss the viral Black Geek Documentary, Jaafar Jackson making history as Michael becomes the first $1B debut actor film in cinema history, our Fan Expo Dallas cele...
I just got done watching Supergirl, and honestly? I don’t see what the issue is. I know I might be easier to please than some of the hardcore internet fans out there, but this was a completely solid, entertaining movie. It has high rewatchability, a direct plot, and great performances. Is it the absolute best movie of the year? No, it’s not perfect. But it is an incredibly good time, and I would easily watch it again.
Hollywood is officially packing its bags. Today on the Hot Slate, we break down the historic Variety feature exposing why film and TV production is completely fleeing Los Angeles, plus the massive DOJ clearance of the Paramount-Warner Bros merger. We also discuss Ian McKellen channeling modern political rage as Magneto on the set of Avengers: Doomsday, our full review of the Wayans brothers' return in Scary Movie 6, and a nostalgic...
We're going live with a special Punisher episode on Talking Through The Movies! Join us for this exciting "livestream" as we discuss all things Frank Castle. This "video podcast" is brought to you from our updated "youtube studio" where we aim to provide top-tier content. Tune in as we go "live tv" to share our latest insights and reviews!
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Sydney Sweeney is officially out of The Devil Wears Prada 2! Today on the Hot Slate, we break down why her scene was cut and what it means for the sequel. We also check the Box Office as Mario continues his reign, and I give you my quick reactions to the latest shows I've been binging. Then, we dive into a Movie Masterclass on the power of the "Hero Song"—from Billy Corgan’s Watchmen miracle to the anthem that built the...
Original sci-fi just saved the cinema! Project Hail Mary crushes the box office with a record-breaking $80.5M opening, proving the audience wants something new. But while Ryan Gosling is winning, Disney is under fire as the Moana live-action trailer gets roasted for its "fake" CGI and "too soon" release. We also break down the Alan Ritchson assault investigation, Wonder Man Season 2, and the explosive first look at the Yellowstone ...
I CALLED IT! Michael B. Jordan takes home the Best Actor Oscar for Sinners! Today we break down the full 98th Academy Awards winners, from Paul Thomas Anderson's big night to the historic K-Pop win. We also dive into the "Marty Supreme" collapse—did Timothée Chalamet talk himself out of a trophy? Plus, heart-breaking news for Buffy fans as the sequel series is officially dead at Hulu.🎧 LISTEN ON THE GO:Prefer to listen while...
In today's episode of Talking Through The Movies, we break down the shocking Monday Box Office actuals! Pixar is officially BACK with the success of Hoppers, while Scream 7 sees a historic franchise-low drop. Plus, we discuss the Ranveer Singh vs. Yash box office clash being canceled and the latest from the set of Jumanji 3.#Hoppers #Pixar #Scream7 #TheBride #BoxOffice #Jumanji3 #RanveerSingh #Yash #movienews T H 3 C R E WChristoph...
We're diving deep into the latest horror sensation with our "scream review"! 😱 This "movie review" covers all the thrills and chills, especially for fans of "horror movies" and the iconic "Ghostface". Be warned, there will be "heavy spoilers" as we react to every twist and turn in this new "scream movie"! What did you think?
TopicsSCREAM 7 REVIEW SCARY MOVIE 6 TRAILER REACTION PARAMOUNT DEALJOHNATHAN MAJORS BEST ACTOR SAGLIAR LIAR BEST SUPERPOWER T H 3 C R E WChristopher Fagan @chriswfagan Joy Fagan @violafagan▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▶️ Clips & Highlight Videos ◀️► https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH2oCbbroVqXw7T1BVByvw-YuaJ_R_5Bm&si=eDbMb97tBgYy3LTE▶️ Click here for more Movie Reviews ◀️► https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH2oCbbroVqWFMCBE...
Welcome back to the channel, guys! We've just finished the new Disney Plus series, "Wonderman," and we're here to give our first impressions and a quick movie review. We discuss our thoughts on this new mcu tv show and what we expect from this tv series. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!Join Chris and Joy as they share their first impressions of the new Marvel Studios series, Wonder Man! In this movie review, we dive...
In today's episode of Talking Through The Movies, we're diving into the 2026 Oscar nominations! Did Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" get the respect it deserves with 16 nominations, or is the industry rooting for its failure? We also discuss Jason Momoa finally being revealed as Lobo in the DCU, and why Chris Pratt's "Mercy" struggled at the box office.#Oscars2026 #SinnersMovie #RyanCoogler #JasonMomoa #Lobo #DCU #BoxOffice #TalkingThrough...
What was the black peoples true experience in the town of Derry? This video features a montage of reactions and promotional content for the highly anticipated "Welcome to Derry" series. We get a glimpse of the terrifying clown and the children who will face him, highlighting the excitement around this new "HBO original series" coming to "HBO Max". This "reaction video" captures the anticipation for the "horror" that awaits in "IT W...
Chris Fagan from Talking Through the Movies shares his initial thoughts on "avatar fire and ash." He praises the art of war sequences, noting that the battles were more emotional and had higher stakes. This "review" also touches on the immersive 3D experience and the impressive "visual effects," highlighting the "underwater filmmaking" and "motion capture" aspects that make the film stand out.Christopher Fagan @chriswfagan
Brendan Fraser’s Mummy 4 RETURN, Gremlins 3, Jeremy Renner ICE Threat & Stranger Things PR Disaster!
It's happening! Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are in talks for The Mummy 4, and we break down all the details, including which director duo is taking the reins. We also cover the major news that Gremlins 3 has set an official theatrical release date for 2027!We welcome actress and guest host Ginger Pennington to the show to get her perspective on this week's biggest stories!In our controversy corner, we dive into the serious alle...
we give our thoughts on the wild second season of the superhero college satire, Gen V!T H 3 C R E WChristopher Fagan @chriswfagan Joy Fagan @violafagan▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▶️ Clips & Highlight Videos ◀️► https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH2oCbbroVqXw7T1BVByvw-YuaJ_R_5Bm&si=eDbMb97tBgYy3LTE▶️ Click here for more Movie Reviews ◀️► https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH2oCbbroVqWFMCBEzRCJ7ECuEWshH8bN&si=wxXBuP__QRa7RU...
We watched Nobody Wants This Season 2 in 24 hours so now its time for another Binge ReviewT H 3 C R E WChristopher Fagan @chriswfagan Joy Fagan @violafagan▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▶️ Clips & Highlight Videos ◀️► https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH2oCbbroVqXw7T1BVByvw-YuaJ_R_5Bm&si=eDbMb97tBgYy3LTE▶️ Click here for more Movie Reviews ◀️► https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLH2oCbbroVqWFMCBEzRCJ7ECuEWshH8bN&si=wxXBuP__QR...
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