The MovieFilm Podcast

The MovieFilm Podcast

Join film critic Zaki Hasan and television writer Brian Hall as they engage in hilarious and insightful conversations on all the latest out of Hollywood, including news, reviews, and interviews with some of the biggest names in movies!

Episodes

March 22, 2026 116 mins
In this episode, the MovieFilm boys buckle in and blast off for a deep dive into this week's smash hit science fiction opus PROJECT HAIL MARY! Plus: new trailers for SPIDER-MAN, DUNE, and JACK RYAN, the new season of THE BACHELORETTE implodes and we have some thoughts, and much more!

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(00:00:00) Brian's Week of Tooth Trouble and Questionable Dentists
(00:06:37) Fackham Hall and Ted Season 2: Comedies and Comfort Viewing
(00:16:38) Writing Assignments, World News, and Hot Toys Unplugging
(00:27:49) Scream Commentary Feedback and Superman 2025 Excitement
(00:38:54) Timothee Chalamet's Ballet Comments and the Outrage Cycle
(00:48:22) Universal's Theatrical Window Expansion and Syndicated TV's End
(01:06:38) Maggie ...
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March 7, 2026 111 mins
(00:00:00) Episode Introduction and Brian's Dental Dilemma
(00:02:11) Emerald Fennell's Audacious Wuthering Heights Adaptation
(00:13:12) Reviewing Crime 101 and Underrated Movie Gems
(00:20:01) Yellowstone's Marshals: A CBS Procedural Shift
(00:24:55) The Immortal Man: A Peaky Blinders Continuation
(00:29:55) Listener Mailbag: January B-Movies & Partner's Favorites
(00:39:50) Listener Mailbag: Scrubs, War Games, and Al Relevance
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February 27, 2026 115 mins
(00:00:00) Revisiting Wes Craven's Game-Changing Horror Classic
(00:06:32) The Iconic Opening Scene and Star Power
(00:13:33) Kevin Williamson's Sharp Script and 90s Dialogue
(00:24:36) Dated Tech, High Schoolers, and Casting What-Ifs
(00:41:35) Box Office Success and Evolving Character Bonds
(01:00:54) The Iconic Mask and Genre-Redefining Rules
(01:12:51) Behind the Scenes and Our Own Scream Homage
(01:29:45) The Killer Reveal an...
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February 22, 2026 93 mins
(00:00:00) Kicking Off the Episode with Weekend Stories
(00:01:45) Revisiting 'The Legend of Tarzan' and its Pulp Roots
(00:04:09) The Wild Tale of 'Tarzan: The Epic Adventures'
(00:06:53) From Actress to Producer: Margot Robbie's Rapid Rise
(00:09:36) Behind the Scenes with Top Directors at DGA Awards
(00:14:29) Reviewing 'Ella McKay' and Directors' Shifting Relevance
(00:19:08) How Film Tones Change: A Look at 'Blood Diamond'
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February 13, 2026 110 mins
(00:00:00) Kicking Off Our Commentary for John Woo's Broken Arrow
(00:03:50) John Travolta's Choice to Play the Over-the-Top Villain
(00:11:17) How 90s Action Movies Evolved and Memorable Supporting Actors
(00:24:02) Christian Slater's Journey and On-Screen Chemistry with Samantha Mathis
(00:31:27) Deakins' Theme and John Woo's Distinctive Cinematic Style
(00:38:48) Analyzing Broken Arrow's Action, Pacing, and Critical Reception
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February 7, 2026 100 mins
(00:00:00) Welcome to the Show: Time Flies and Tiramisu
(00:02:15) Winter Olympics Sketch and Re-evaluating The Legend of Tarzan
(00:06:23) Mixing Truth and Fiction in Film, Plus Kermit's New Voice
(00:14:28) Mel Brooks, Chevy Chase, and a Secret Mall Apartment
(00:26:12) Rose Byrne's Harrowing Performance in 'If I Had Legs'
(00:32:17) Fan Mail: Defending Oscar and Robin Hood's Legacy
(00:48:48) A Heartfelt Tribute to the Beloved C...
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January 30, 2026 101 mins
(00:00:00) Podcast Intro, Patreon Bonus, and Wuthering Heights Book Club
(00:07:24) Reviewing The RIP and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
(00:25:48) Starfleet Academy and the Ever-Present Fandom Discourse
(00:38:43) Listener Mail and Crafting Stories in the Star Wars Universe
(00:51:53) First Look at Wonder Man and MCU's TV Strategy
(01:04:32) Exploring Wonder Man's Buddy Dramedy and Grounded Themes
(01:14:41) Deep Dive into Wonder...
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January 24, 2026 137 mins
(00:00:00) Diving Back into Marvel's Infinity Saga with Thor: Ragnarok
(00:07:39) How Taika Waititi Redefined Thor's Comedic Tone
(00:18:36) Doctor Strange, Odin's Farewell, and Ragnarok's Visual Effects
(00:28:09) The Complex Brotherhood and Hulk's Gladiator Origins
(00:39:25) The 'Friend From Work' Moment and Hulk's Arrival
(00:51:00) Exploring Hulk's Comic History and Bruce Banner's Tragic Dilemma
(01:02:50) The Comedic Chemistr...
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In this bonus show, get our thoughts on the just-released trailer for the big-budget MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE feature film coming this summer! Does it accurately capture our childhood? How will it play to the uninitiated? We tackle these questions and more!

Plus: Thoughts on the upcoming STAR WARS series featuring Darth Maul, and Zaki's dream analysis! 

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January 16, 2026 119 mins
(00:00:00) From Dentist Chair to Podcast Mic: A Host's Dedication
(00:04:06) Unpacking Sylvester Stallone's Unconventional Film Choices
(00:11:38) A Pixar Visit Reveals 'All Out of Joy, Plenty of Anxiety'
(00:16:12) Deep Dives: Beatles, Job Satire, and Life's Meditations
(00:26:59) Exploring Divorce and Stand-Up in 'Is This Thing On?'
(00:33:42) Bridging the Divide: Younger Generations and Classic Cinema
(00:44:00) The Fading Lega...
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January 9, 2026 102 mins
For our first commentary track of 2026 we take a fond look back at 1995's TOMMY BOY! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the gut-busting comedy classic starring SNL alums Chris Farley and David Spade, with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories and hilarious digressions! 

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As a special bonus show, we hopped on mic to discuss the super-sized finale to Netflix's STRANGER THINGS. Listen for our thoughts on how the show wrapped up its ten-year run and whether we think it lived up to expectations!

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In this bonus episode, we unpack the latest trailers for AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY and the new look at Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY. Plus: reflectons on cord cutting and much more!

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December 31, 2025 144 mins
(00:00:00) Closing out with Holiday Stories and Mariah Carey Musings
(00:08:48) Diving Deep into Pluribus and a Fan's Albuquerque Tour Offer
(00:14:31) The Magic of The Holdovers and Stranger Things Social Media Discourse
(00:22:41) Exploring Unique Premises with Dust Bunny and Eternity's Afterlife Dilemma
(00:34:37) The Pit's Success and the Future of Streaming Release Strategies
(00:40:46) Re-evaluating The Shining's Performances...
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December 24, 2025 93 mins
(00:00:00) Celebrating 30 Years of Pixar's Toy Story
(00:03:41) Toy Story: The First Fully Computer Animated Film
(00:08:47) Tom Hanks' Brilliant Performance as Woody the Cowboy
(00:14:57) The Iconic Voice Cast and Buzz's Existential Journey
(00:19:48) The Genius of Randy Newman and 'Falling with Style'
(00:24:35) The Early Woody-Buzz Dynamic and Character Development
(00:31:24) How Pixar's 'Black Friday' Saved Toy Story
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Here are some thoughts on the first trailers for 2026's superhero opus SUPERGIRL and Steven Spielberg's alien invasion pic DISCLOSURE DAY. Plus: What is JIMMY? And the joys of physical media.

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December 20, 2025 137 mins
(00:00:00) Episode Introduction and Exciting Patreon Updates
(00:03:09) Correcting Pronunciation and Revisiting Film Classics
(00:09:36) Reviewing Hamnet and the Power of Sincere Films
(00:17:02) Powerful Premises and Heartfelt Musical Journeys
(00:26:52) Animated Fun and Post-Apocalyptic Adventures Continue
(00:35:02) Noah Wyle's Career and Shifting Cultural Dominance
(00:48:04) Detroiters, Dial of Destiny, and Fast Saga Debates
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December 12, 2025 171 mins
(00:00:00) Setting the Stage for the Avatar Commentary
(00:02:49) Revisiting the Box Office Behemoth's Cultural Impact
(00:06:18) Analyzing the Opening and Jake's Character Development
(00:10:08) Why Avatar Demands a Big Screen Experience
(00:12:30) The Unforgettable Villain and Immersive Pandora Experience
(00:19:31) The Film's Enduring Message on Nature and Youth
(00:25:57) Assessing Avatar's Visuals and Key Performances
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December 6, 2025 122 mins
(00:00:00) Reflecting on a Good Year for Movies
(00:03:00) Tim Robinson's Chair Company and Binge-Watching Debates
(00:08:50) Mixed Feelings on the Wicked Sequel
(00:12:13) Nuanced Human Drama in Sentimental Value
(00:17:59) Brendan Fraser's Sweet Dramedy, Rental Family
(00:23:15) Zootopia 2: A Solid and Iconic Sequel
(00:26:37) The Final Season's Popularity and Mythology
(00:35:20) The Importance of Googling Pop Culture Facts
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