<p>Welcome to ReelBlend! Join Managing Editor Sean O&#39;Connell (CinemaBlend) and Entertainment Reporters Kevin McCarthy (Fox 5 Washington DC) and Jake Hamilton (Fox 32 News Chicago) as they discuss the latest news, rumors, and movies to hit the big screen. Every week we&#39;ll bring you movie reviews, inside looks at the news of the week, stories from the set, and interviews with your favorite filmmakers. Enjoy!</p>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/4/26/5/a6c5d677-6ec7-4b2b-9be5-0467b83707fe_308_-_challengers_review.mp3

<p>“Challengers,” from writer-director Luca Guadagnino, is our favorite performance from the ever-talented Zendaya, but she isn’t alone. Mike Fast and Josh O’Connor equally deliver to create a three-piece ensemble that propels us through one of the year&#39;s most exciting films. In this week’s show, we dive right in with our review, and if you’ve managed to make it out to the theater already, stick around for our brief spoiler-filled section that follows. For those that haven’t, hit pause and see this one as soon as possible. </p><p>Also this week, in light of recent success at the box office, we discuss the nature of the middle-budget feature film and its potential comeback in the industry. Finally, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s “Deadpool &amp; Wolverine” dropped the full-length trailer we’ve all been dying to see, and we give our immediate impressions. </p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>04:13 - Are smaller films reclaiming the box office?</li><li>19:07 - ‘Challengers’ Review (Spoiler-Free)</li><li>29:56 - ‘Challengers’ SPOILERS!</li><li>38:23 - ‘Deadpool &amp; Wolverine” Trailer Reactions</li><li>51:50 - Game: Lost In Translation</li><li>1:00:15 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Zendaya Gives Her Best Performance Yet | 'Challengers' Review

<p>“Challengers,” from writer-director Luca Guadagnino, is our favorite performance from the ever-talented Zendaya, but she isn’t alone. Mike Fast and Josh O’Connor equally deliver to create a three-piece ensemble that propels us through one of the year&#39;s most exciting films. In this week’s show, we dive right in with our review, and if you’ve managed to make it out to the theater already, stick around for our brief spoiler-filled section that follows. For those that haven’t, hit pause and see this one as soon as possible. </p><p>Also this week, in light of recent success at the box office, we discuss the nature of the middle-budget feature film and its potential comeback in the industry. Finally, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s “Deadpool &amp; Wolverine” dropped the full-length trailer we’ve all been dying to see, and we give our immediate impressions.  </p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>04:13 - Are smaller films reclaiming the box office?</li><li>19:07 - ‘Challengers’ Review (Spoiler-Free)</li><li>29:56 - ‘Challengers’ SPOILERS!</li><li>38:23 - ‘Deadpool &amp; Wolverine” Trailer Reactions</li><li>51:50 - Game: Lost In Translation</li><li>1:00:15 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/4/19/4/924fa726-8021-4d29-9714-5862ac5079d9__bettinelli-olpin__and_tyler_gillett__abigail_.mp3

<p>The horror genre has been on a box office tear this year with what feels like a new entry hitting theaters every week. Today, we welcome back the director duo known as Radio Silence, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, and Tyler Gillett, to discuss their new vampire flick “Abigail.” After two turns at the wheel of the “Scream” franchise, the two bring a unique spin to their story which follows a group of criminals who find themselves in over their heads after kidnapping a young vampire. </p><p>The film finds inspiration from all the right places including “The Shining” and “From Dusk Til Dawn,” the two share just how important films like that are to their own and more.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>10:17 - ‘Abigail’ Interview | </li><li>27:33 - ‘Civil War’ Marks A24’s Best Box Office Opening Weekend</li><li>34:51 - Scorsese And Spielberg Both Have Some Big Upcoming Pictures</li><li>43:03 - Review: ‘The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare’</li><li>51:18 - Review: ‘Abigail’</li><li>57:10 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

How The Ballerina Vampire Film 'Abigail' Draws Inspiration From 'The Shining' | Director Interview

<p>The horror genre has been on a box office tear this year with what feels like a new entry hitting theaters every week. Today, we welcome back the director duo known as Radio Silence, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, and Tyler Gillett, to discuss their new vampire flick “Abigail.” After two turns at the wheel of the “Scream” franchise, the two bring a unique spin to their story which follows a group of criminals who find themselves in over their heads after kidnapping a young vampire. </p><p>The film finds inspiration from all the right places including “The Shining” and “From Dusk Til Dawn,” the two share just how important films like that are to their own and more.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>10:17 - ‘Abigail’ Interview | </li><li>27:33 - ‘Civil War’ Marks A24’s Best Box Office Opening Weekend</li><li>34:51 - Scorsese And Spielberg Both Have Some Big Upcoming Pictures</li><li>43:03 - Review: ‘The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare’</li><li>51:18 - Review: ‘Abigail’</li><li>57:10 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/4/12/5/84c145c9-7b32-43d0-9a9d-1211f071aab6_306_-_alex_garland__civil_war_.mp3

<p>Alex Garland is one of the most interesting filmmakers working today and has delivered striking, awe-inspiring cinema as both a writer and director for over two decades. We are honored to welcome Garland on the show to discuss his latest film, Civil War. The cast blew away each of us, as well as the story centered on wartime journalists, and the grace with which the film navigates its controversial narrative through the real world it seems to depict so nearly. </p><p>We discuss designing his set pieces with backstory, how Jesse Plemons joined the cast at the last minute and delivered one of the best performances of the year, and more. He even shares some details on the upcoming 28 Days Later sequel, 28 Years Later. </p><p>After the interview, we give our spoiler-free thoughts on the film, and then dive right into spoilers so if you haven’t made it to the theaters yet, be warned.  </p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>02:49 - Alex Garland Talks ‘Civil War,’ ’28 Years Later’ and More</li><li>30:11 - Spoiler-Free’ Civil War’ Review</li><li>49:48 - ‘Civil War’ Spoilers!</li><li>1:08:09 - Sean Is At CinemaCon 2024</li><li>1:20:23 - Outro</li></ul><p><br></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Alex Garland 'Civil War' Interview | A24 Taking Risks, '28 Years Later' Details & More

<p>Alex Garland is one of the most interesting filmmakers working today and has delivered striking, awe-inspiring cinema as both a writer and director for over two decades. We are honored to welcome Garland on the show to discuss his latest film, Civil War. The cast blew away each of us, as well as the story centered on wartime journalists, and the grace with which the film navigates its controversial narrative through the real world it seems to depict so nearly. </p><p>We discuss designing his set pieces with backstory, how Jesse Plemons joined the cast at the last minute and delivered one of the best performances of the year, and more. He even shares some details on the upcoming 28 Days Later sequel, 28 Years Later. </p><p>After the interview, we give our spoiler-free thoughts on the film, and then dive right into spoilers so if you haven’t made it to the theaters yet, be warned.  </p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>02:49 - Alex Garland Talks ‘Civil War,’ ’28 Years Later’ and More</li><li>30:11 - Spoiler-Free’ Civil War’ Review</li><li>49:48 - ‘Civil War’ Spoilers!</li><li>1:08:09 - Sean Is At CinemaCon 2024</li><li>1:20:23 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/4/5/3/07da90e8-2939-4f7f-8a5c-e087380828c8_305_-_summer_movie_preview_2024.mp3

<p>What should you watch this summer season? This week, we run through some of the major movie releases hitting theaters, and discuss which have us intrigued, which we remain cautiously optimistic about, and which we are the most excited about. It’s looking to be an impressive year! Both M. Night Shyamalan and daughter Ishana Shyamalan have films headed to theaters, Fede Álvarez appears to be returning a beloved franchise to its roots with “Alien: Romulus,” and “Twisters”…enough said. </p><p>Which film are you most excited about this summer? Head to the YouTube comments and let us know!</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>6:04 - Summer Movie Preview</li><li>46:06 - Oscars In Review: Would We Still Give Joaquin The Win For Joker?</li><li>55:29 - ‘Monkey Man’ Reactions</li><li>57:23 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

What To Watch In Theaters This Summer | 2024 Summer Movie Preview

<p>What should you watch this summer season? This week, we run through some of the major movie releases hitting theaters, and discuss which have us intrigued, which we remain cautiously optimistic about, and which we are the most excited about. It’s looking to be an impressive year! Both M. Night Shyamalan and daughter Ishana Shyamalan have films headed to theaters, Fede Álvarez appears to be returning a beloved franchise to its roots with “Alien: Romulus,” and “Twisters”…enough said. </p><p>Which film are you most excited about this summer? Head to the YouTube comments and let us know!</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>6:04 - Summer Movie Preview</li><li>46:06 - Oscars In Review: Would We Still Give Joaquin The Win For Joker?</li><li>55:29 - ‘Monkey Man’ Reactions</li><li>57:23 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/3/29/4/1dceabe8-7bb1-486e-92d6-b967b7398004_304_-_adam_wingard__godzilla_x_kong_.mp3

<p>Director Adam Wingard joins us to discuss his new epic monster movie Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. The filmmaker takes us through some of his trying experiences on set, making his monsters more relatable, Tom Cruise joining the MonsterVerse, and more. </p><p>After the interview, we review the movie and dive into a spoiler-filled chat on Immaculate. And of course, a Bad Boys trailer couldn’t pass us by without some quick reactions. </p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>4:19 - Adam Wingard Interview | ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’</li><li>28:22 - ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ Review</li><li>37:27 - ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Trailer Reaction</li><li>46:55 - ‘Immaculate’ SPOILER Review</li><li>54:48 - PSA: Go See ‘Late Night with The Devil’ </li><li>58:12 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Could Tom Cruise Join The MonsterVerse? | 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' (feat. Adam Wingard)

<p>Director Adam Wingard joins us to discuss his new epic monster movie Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. The filmmaker takes us through some of his trying experiences on set, making his monsters more relatable, Tom Cruise joining the MonsterVerse, and more. </p><p>After the interview, we review the movie and dive into a spoiler-filled chat on Immaculate. And of course, a Bad Boys trailer couldn’t pass us by without some quick reactions. </p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>4:19 - Adam Wingard Interview | ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’</li><li>28:22 - ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ Review</li><li>37:27 - ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Trailer Reaction</li><li>46:55 - ‘Immaculate’ SPOILER Review</li><li>54:48 - PSA: Go See ‘Late Night with The Devil’ </li><li>58:12 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/3/27/5/e29b9144-f0a1-490e-8808-46f1fb71fd4f_bonus_-_michael_mohan__immaculate_.mp3

<p>Director Michael Mohan (fan, now friend, of the show!) joins us to talk about the making of his new horror film Immaculate starring Sydney Sweeney. We sat down with Michael to dive right into spoilers, talk about the ending, and allow him to share so many incredible stories from behind the scenes. </p><p>This is such a fun interview for a movie we all genuinely love, so do yourself a favor and go see Immaculate if you haven&#39;t already, then come back here and hang out with director Michael Mohan.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><ul><li>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</li><li>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</li><li>Jake - @JakesTakes</li><li>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</li><li>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

How Sydney Sweeney's 'Immaculate' Shot That Killer Ending | Director Michael Mohan Interview

<p>Director Michael Mohan (fan, now friend, of the show!) joins us to talk about the making of his new horror film Immaculate starring Sydney Sweeney. We sat down with Michael to dive right into spoilers, talk about the ending, and allow him to share so many incredible stories from behind the scenes. </p><p>This is such a fun interview for a movie we all genuinely love, so do yourself a favor and go see Immaculate if you haven&#39;t already, then come back here and hang out with director Michael Mohan.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><ul><li>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</li><li>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</li><li>Jake - @JakesTakes</li><li>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</li><li>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/3/22/6/53992a7e-7cdb-4c8d-b7dc-077e44341c0e_303_-_gil_kenan__ghostbusters_frozen_empire.mp3

<p>Writer, director, and producer Gil Kenan joins ReelBlend to discuss his new movie Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! We learn about how some long-lost 70mm footage that was never used in the original film led to one of Frozen Empire&#39;s best moments, how Gil and Jason Reitman were able to pitch the film to Ivan Reitman before his passing, parenting, and more. </p><p>Stick around after the interview for several new film and TV reviews dropping this week.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>6:33 - Gil Keenan ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ Interview</li><li>33:00 - ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ Review (Spoiler-Free)</li><li>46:57 - ‘3 Body Problem’ Review</li><li>53:13 - ‘Road House’ Review</li><li>1:01:14 - Sean Recommends ‘X-Men ’97’</li><li>1:01:52 - Outro</li></ul><p><br></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Old, Unused 'Ghostbusters' Footage Led To One Of 'Frozen Empires' Best Moments | Gil Kenan Interview

<p>Writer, director, and producer Gil Kenan joins ReelBlend to discuss his new movie Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! We learn about how some long-lost 70mm footage that was never used in the original film led to one of Frozen Empire&#39;s best moments, how Gil and Jason Reitman were able to pitch the film to Ivan Reitman before his passing, parenting, and more. </p><p>Stick around after the interview for several new film and TV reviews dropping this week.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>6:33 - Gil Keenan ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ Interview</li><li>33:00 - ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ Review (Spoiler-Free)</li><li>46:57 - ‘3 Body Problem’ Review</li><li>53:13 - ‘Road House’ Review</li><li>1:01:14 - Sean Recommends ‘X-Men ’97’</li><li>1:01:52 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/3/20/5/cf451db4-d5d3-4ebd-a90d-198f3540e25d_bonus_-_benioff__weiss___woo__3_body_problem_.mp3

<p>Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss have partnered with Alexander Woo to bring the famed science fiction novel &#34;The Three-Body Problem&#34; to Netflix. The showrunners sat down at this year&#39;s SXSW festival to discuss the making of the series, how one scene caused the show&#39;s delay, spoiling Game of Thrones while traveling, and more.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

'3 Body Problem' Interview | Spoiling 'Game Of Thrones,' Netflix's New Sci-Fi Epic & More

<p>Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss have partnered with Alexander Woo to bring the famed science fiction novel &#34;The Three-Body Problem&#34; to Netflix. The showrunners sat down at this year&#39;s SXSW festival to discuss the making of the series, how one scene caused the show&#39;s delay, spoiling Game of Thrones while traveling, and more.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/3/15/1/806d67ad-f2ac-4240-9d07-52a45a1d0ec2_302_-_hans_zimmer__dune_part_two_.mp3

<p>Legendary composer Hans Zimmer returns to ReelBlend to discuss his immaculate work on Denis Villeneuve&#39;s Dune: Part Two. We dive all the way back to the early days of his career, working at Dreamworks alongside John Williams and Steven Spielberg, his 20-year-long collaboration with Christopher Nolan, and more. If you haven&#39;t listened to our interview with Mr. Zimmer for Dune: Part One, and you enjoy this chat, be sure to give it a <a href="https://youtu.be/9fHgClwJ07c?si=SlVg3Kx9aDlaoYKC" rel="nofollow">listen</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>6:29 - Hans Zimmer Interview | Dune: Part Two, Christopher Nolan &amp; More</li><li>57:38 - Oscar Reactions &amp; Review</li><li>1:21:11 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Hans Zimmer Interview | Scoring "Dune: Part Two," John Williams, Christopher Nolan & More

<p>Legendary composer Hans Zimmer returns to ReelBlend to discuss his immaculate work on Denis Villeneuve&#39;s Dune: Part Two. We dive all the way back to the early days of his career, working at Dreamworks alongside John Williams and Steven Spielberg, his 20-year-long collaboration with Christopher Nolan, and more. If you haven&#39;t listened to our interview with Mr. Zimmer for Dune: Part One, and you enjoy this chat, be sure to give it a <a href="https://youtu.be/9fHgClwJ07c?si=SlVg3Kx9aDlaoYKC" rel="nofollow">listen</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>6:29 - Hans Zimmer Interview | Dune: Part Two, Christopher Nolan &amp; More</li><li>57:38 - Oscar Reactions &amp; Review</li><li>1:21:11 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/pod-public-media-files/2024/3/8/6/01211a19-0a3e-452d-bcf5-9c7fc0f1e97a_301_-_rebecca_ferguson__dune_part_two_.mp3

<p>Rebecca Ferguson joins the show to discuss all things Dune: Part Two. We walk through her collaborations with Denis Villeneuve on bringing Jessica to screen, fine-tuning Jessica&#39;s relationship with her unborn prescient daughter, and even some of the silly NSFW names for objects in the Dune world. We also had to bring up the iconic &#34;Facob Tremblay&#34; story from behind the scenes of Doctor Sleep. </p><p>After the interview, we give our final predictions before this year&#39;s Oscars!</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://youtube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>5:14 - Rebecca Ferguson Interview</li><li>33:53 - Our Final Oscars Predictions</li><li>1:37:19 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Rebecca Ferguson Interview | 'Dune: Part Two,' Working With Denis Villeneuve & More

<p>Rebecca Ferguson joins the show to discuss all things Dune: Part Two. We walk through her collaborations with Denis Villeneuve on bringing Jessica to screen, fine-tuning Jessica&#39;s relationship with her unborn prescient daughter, and even some of the silly NSFW names for objects in the Dune world. We also had to bring up the iconic &#34;Facob Tremblay&#34; story from behind the scenes of Doctor Sleep. </p><p>After the interview, we give our final predictions before this year&#39;s Oscars!</p><h3>ReelBlend Premium</h3><p>Sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at <a href="http://bit.ly/reelblendpremium" rel="nofollow">bit.ly/reelblendpremium</a>.</p><h3>ReelBlend on YouTube</h3><p>Be sure to subscribe to ReelBlend on YouTube (<a href="http://YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast" rel="nofollow">YouTube.com/ReelBlendPodcast</a>) for full episodes of the show in video form.</p><h3>Follow The Show</h3><p>ReelBlend - @ReelBlend</p><p>Sean - @Sean_OConnell</p><p>Jake - @JakesTakes</p><p>Kevin - @KevinMcCarthyTV</p><p>Gabe - @gabeKovacs</p><h3>Timestamps (approx. only)</h3><ul><li>00:00 - Intro </li><li>5:14 - Rebecca Ferguson Interview</li><li>33:53 - Our Final Oscars Predictions</li><li>1:37:19 - Outro</li></ul><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

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