A+Z Movie Review Podcast

Hollywood's Biggest Night goes to... ANORA! The indie sex worker dramedy takes home five Oscars to be the big winner at the 97th Academy Awards. Alex and Zach run through the production of the show and grade host Conan O'Brien. What and why were those song performances? What jokes hit? Plus, we break down the historic night for Anora's Sean Baker, the surprise of Mikey Madison and the rest of the big awards.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:06 - Background2:10 - How Was The Show?4:15 - What Were Those Song Performances For?17:29 - Stand-Out Moments21:49 - Awards Talk: Anora's Big Night30:06 - Other Big Winners: Kieran Culkin, Zoe Saldaña32:18 - Adrien Brody and His Big Speech36:33 - Below the Line Winners: Dune Part Two, Wicked, Speeches by Documentary and Short Film Winners39:54 - Other Ceremony Notes43:48 - Looking Forward46:48 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

If everybody looks the other way, then everybody's in on it. Alex and Zach round out the 2025 Best Picture slate with one of the most uniquely told and impactful story of the nominees: Nickel Boys. We examine this extremely necessary telling of this under-documented side of the Civil Rights movement and the first-person point-of-view camera style that sets it apart from the rest. Plus, we give our final rundown of the 10-film Best Picture race and compare the field against years past.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro0:56 - Completing the Best Picture Gauntlet2:12 - Background / General Discussion7:05 - Non-Spoiler Review15:45 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD34:50 - Oscar Chances37:26 - Final Best Picture Discussion42:15 - Is This a Good Best Picture Nominee Field?51:21 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

It is the destination, not the journey. Alex and Zach continue their Best Picture journey with the tome that is "The Brutalist." The length of the film has been much-discussed here and elsewhere, and we let you know straight away if that should deter viewers from taking in the film. We also get into a bigger Best Picture discussion with the heavy-hitters under our belt.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:24 - Should the Length of "The Brutalist" Turn People Away?7:55 - Background10:59 - Non-Spoiler Review18:31 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD39:11 - Oscars Chances48:46 - Best Picture Chances53:08 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

We shared our playlist with the DJ, and he was very rude and dismissive. Alex and Zach ride along with the entertainingly manic rollercoaster of Best Picture nominee Anora. We discuss where this early front-runner now sits in the Oscars conversation and take-in one of the more rewatchable, hilarious and tragic nominees of the year. TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:18 - General Discussion (Background, etc.)6:33 - Non-Spoiler Review8:52 - Best Picture Discussion16:03 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD37:09 - Oscars Chances38:39 - Oscar Voter Criticism 44:01 - Oscar Chances (cont.)46:01 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself? Alex and Zach dissect the bold body horror Best Picture nominee "The Substance". We let you know right off the top if we recommend seeing this at times wild and at times grotesque look on beauty standards on women and women in Hollywood and shift focus to Best Actress front-runner Demi Moore.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:08 - Would You Recommend This Movie? / Non-Spoiler Review5:41 - Awards Conversation / General Discussion9:20 - Demi Moore, Best Actress?13:28 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD28:35 - Oscars Chances33:16 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Greatness in unexpected places. Alex and Zach pour over a surprise Best Picture contender with the Brazilian film I'm Still Here. We express our love for a film that caught us off guard, from the production to the performances, including the singular work of Fernanda Torres. Plus, we look at its awards chances and our hopes for the movie.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro0:54 - General Discussion2:34 - Non-Spoiler Review11:50 - Best International Feature18:22 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD35:20 - Oscars Chances40:01 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

This is a war! Alex and Zach investigate the papal election thriller Conclave, a dark horse Best Picture candidate. We dissect the twists and turns of this captivating story, the string of unexpected reveals and look into the Oscars chances, particulary the performance of Ralph Fiennes and adapted screenplay.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:43 - General Discussion4:02 - Non-Spoiler Review12:50 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD29:34 - Oscars Chances38:36 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Track some mud on the carpet! Alex and Zach gather 'round to explore the work of legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan in 2025 Best Picture nominee A Complete Unknown. We celebrate the bevy of great performances (both acting and singing) and see where it stacks up against other musician biopics and other Best Picture and Acting nominees.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:03 - General Discussion (Background, Our Dylan Knowledge, Nominations, etc.)4:58 - Non-Spoiler Review9:42 - Timothée Chalamet/Best Actor Discussion (Sebastian Stan "The Apprentice"/Colman Domingo "Sing Sing")16:26 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD35:35 - Oscars Chances40:05 - Outro / Where to Watch Oscar NomineesFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

On your left! Alex and Zach take a break from awards season for the return of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Sam Wilson's big-screen debut as the new Captain America. We push back against the critical reception to the 35th film in the MCU, look into what charms and thrills and where it sits among the current MCU discourse and the installments to come this year.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:03 - General Discussion (Light MCU Talk, Critical Reception, etc.)4:37 - Non-Spoiler Review20:19 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD47:04 - Extra Points - SPOILERS52:27 - MCU Post-Credit Scenes - SPOILERS56:18 - Outro Upcoming MCU SlateFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach get into the most controversial and most nominated 2025 Oscar contender: Netflix's Emilia Pérez. We dive into this bold swing of a French-made musical about a transgender Mexican drug lord, the discussions around the film's content and production as well as its award season drama.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:20 - General Discussion (Background, Nominations, etc.)4:46 - Non-Spoiler Review15:35 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD30:15 - Transgender Criticism34:30 - Mexico Criticism37:25 - Karla Sofía Gascón Social Media Controversy39:13 - Awards Chances54:54 - Netflix Awards Woes58:50 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Lisan al gaib! Alex and Zach continue into the Best Picture race with their look at Dune: Part Two. We explore this modern epic, see where this sand worm soared compared to its Part One, and look at its chances on Oscar Sunday.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro2:30 - General Discussion (Nominations, Popcorn Bucket, etc.)9:14 - Non-Spoiler Review16:00 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD31:38 - Awards Chances33:59 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Good news! Alex and Zach are back! We jump right into the 2025 Oscars Best Picture race with one of our favorite film of last year, Wicked. We break down the witchy musical, give their thoughts and take a look at its awards chances, plus some early thoughts on the Best Picture race and how to watch all the nominees.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:42 - Oscar Nominations Rundown5:01 - Non-Spoiler Review17:09 - Concession Stand (Sweet, Salty, Refresher) - SPOILERS AHEAD44:49 - Awards Chances50:14 - Where to Watch Best Picture Nominees53:12 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach are BACK to kick off the high time of Awards Season with the 2024 Oscar Nominations. They discuss all the top line awards for the March 10 ceremony, determine if it will be a runaway year for Oppenheimer and look into perceived snubs for Barbie. Plus, they detail each category and layout where to find all the Best Picture nominees on streaming.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:44 - Oppenheimer - Most Nominations3:19 - Best Picture Nominees8:48 - Best Director Nominees12:06 - Best Actor/Actress Nominees22:53 - Best Supporting Actor/Actress Nominees44:32 - Best Animated Film58:31 - Where to Watch Best Picture Nominees1:00:38 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach press start, eat a mushroom and break open the block on The Super Mario Bros. Movie. They go down the warp pipe on the wildly fun video game adaptation that has broken box office records. Plus, they detail all the new trailers from the week (Barbie, Blue Beetle, Spiderverse, Indiana Jones), outline all the new Star Wars film announcements, give their quick Dungeons & Dragons review and preemptively decry the Harry Potter HBO series (which was officially announced after recording). TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Intro 1:33 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 23:08 - SPOILER DISCUSSION 54:09 - Trailer Discussion 1:07:15 - Star Wars Announcements 1:12:02 - Quick Dungeons & Dragons Review 1:14:00 - Harry Potter Series Teardown 1:21:04 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach say the word and zap back into the DC Universe with Shazam! Fury of the Gods. They fly through this fun kid-turned-superhero sequel and break down the fraught nature of the current/ending/resetting DC Comics film universe. Plus, they discuss the announced future of DC Studios w James Gunn.TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Intro 2:18 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 17:15 - Low Box Office/Current State of DC Films 22:44 - SPOILER Discussion 1:01:58 - Future of the DC Universe 1:23:17 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach give their immediate reactions to the 2023 Academy Awards. They break down a near-sweep of big wins for Everything Everywhere All At Once, including Best Picture and a surprise for first-time winner Jamie Lee Curtis. They discuss all the winners, including a slew of undercard wins for All Quiet on the Western Front, the cap of Brendan Fraser's award renaissance and RRR prevailing over live performances from Rihanna and Lady Gaga. Plus, quick pre-show predictions and a look at Disney's latest live-action trailer for The Little Mermaid.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro2:42 - Pre-Show Predictions17:08 - Reactions to the 2023 Oscars (Peaches/Pits/Surprises)29:52 - Category Rundown34:18 - Breakdown of Best Song Performances38:26 - More Categories46:13 - Acting Categories50:40 - Best Picture53:18 - Other Show Notes59:22 - The Little Mermaid Trailer/Live-Action Disney Remakes1:10:06 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach keep in time in the Cate Blanchett-led force of Tár. They applaud Blanchett's Oscar-nominated performance, roll through the slow-building turn of the film and examine its niche depiction of cancel culture and a fall from grace. Plus, another round of updated Academy Award Best Picture rankings (so far).TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro2:05 - Non-Spoiler Discussion17:19 - Academy Awards Discussion20:08 - SPOILER Plot Discussion1:05:05 - Best Picture Rankings (So Far)1:10:11 - Best Actress Breakdown1:14:06 - Upcoming Oscars Roundup1:16:45 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach sail the high seas with the absurdist satire Triangle of Sadness. They examine what exactly the movie even is, its motives and motifs. Plus, another round of their Oscar Best Picture rankings so far.TIME STAMPS:0:27 - Intro1:29 - Non-Spoiler Discussion10:01 - Awards Discussion16:36 - SPOILER Plot Discussion51:50 - SPOILER Ending Discussion57:53 - Best Picture Rankings1:04:07 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach call up to the pub for the delightful Irish dark comedy The Banshees of Inisherin. They run down the brilliant acting performances for the full cast of Oscar nominees and break down the Best Picture chances for the Martin McDonagh written and directed feature. Who named it their favorite movie of 2022?TIME STAMPS 0:27 - Intro 3:25 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 14:27 - Awards Discussion 22:12 - SPOILER Discussion 54:46 - Best Picture Rankings 1:00:23 - Best Actor/Best Supporting Discussion 1:08:34 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach get back on the road to the Oscars with the German-produced adaptation of the classic novel All Quiet on the Western Front. They detail the expert craftsmanship of the film that has it high in the running for many technical awards and discuss if it has the juice for a run at Best Picture at the Academy Awards.TIME STAMPS:- 0:27 - Intro- 5:41 - Non-Spoiler Discussion- 13:44 - Academy Awards Discussion- 26:39 - SPOILER Plot Discussion- 53:35 - Best Picture Rankings (So Far)- 58:31 - Movie News Discussion- 1:03:54 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach head down subatomic to enter Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. They discuss the introduction of the MCU's new big bad with Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror, the through line of the Ant-Man family story and the future of the multiverse. Plus, the examine the critical reaction and Rotten Tomatoes score of the film.TIME STAMPS: 0:28 - Intro 1:30 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 13:59 - SPOILER Plot Discussion 50:08 - SPOILER Credit Secen Discussion 57:56 - Rotten Tomatoes Score 1:00:48 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach righted a wrong, filled in a bagel hole and finally saw Everything Everywhere All At Once. They jump across this wild, weird, ambitious, beautifully woven Best Picture nominee and determine if they absolutely love it. Plus, they dissect its leading 11 Oscar nominations and handicap the Best Picture race as they've seen it so far.TIME STAMPS:- 0:27 - Intro- 2:38 - Non-Spoiler Discussion- 13:12 - Oscar Nominations- 25:27 - SPOILER Discussion- 57:50 - Best Picture Rankings (So Far)- 1:03:45 - OutroFollow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach break down the field of nominees for the 95th Academy Awards. They outline the Best Picture race, and continue the discussion about including popular films versus films most people haven't seen (yet). Plus, they dive into every category, peg the favorites and discuss the very early morning nomination ceremony itself.TIME STAMPS 0:27 - Intro 0:45 - Nomination Ceremony/Early Morning 3:20 - General Oscars Discussion 8:19 - Popular Movies vs Movies People Haven't Seen 12:45 - Best Picture 20:15 - Technical/Smaller Categories 48:31 - Acting Categories 59:13 - Best Director 1:02:55 - Listener Comments 1:04:58 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach take a seat the table and order from The Menu, starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Fiennes and Nicholas Hoult. They discuss the dark comic stylings of this delicious thriller, whether the food was any good and if anyone actually deserved their fates in the film.TIME STAMPS: 0:28 - Intro/Non-Spoiler Talk 11:02 - SPOILER Plot Discussion 54:17 - SPOILER Postgame Discussion 1:05:02 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach immediately react to the 2023 Golden Globe Awards. They rate the actual production of the show's return and grade the wide swath of winners, including a dissection of Austin Butler's still baffling use of his Elvis voice. Plus, Alex and Zach talk quickly about the television winners and how the film winners will play into the Oscars.TIME STAMPS: 0:28 - Discussion of the Show 12:01 - Grading the Film Winners 23:26 - Dissecting Austin Butler's Elvis Voice (and his win) 28:39 - Continuing the Film Winners/Show Elements 41:00 - TV Awards 48:30 - Final Thoughts/Projecting Towards Oscars 52:41 - Outro/Listener Question Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach take in one last film for 2022 with Darren Aronofsky's The Whale, and they discuss Brendan Fraser's singular and awards-buzzing performance. Then, they look back on their year at the movies - what stood out and what ratings would they change? Finally, they wrap up with a preview of a loaded 2023 blockbuster slate.TIME STAMPS 0:27 - Intro 3:38 - The Whale 36:37 - 2022 Year in Review 1:06:39 - 2023 Blockbuster Preview 1:27:39 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach inbreathiate the latest from writer-director Rian Johnson: Glass Onion, the sequel to the 2019 murder-mystery Knives Out, starring Daniel Craig as the world's greatest detective, Benoit Blanc. They get to the bottom of this colorful whodunnit, dissect Johnson's work and discuss how many twists are one too many.TIME STAMPS 0:27 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 14:41 - SPOILER Discussion 47:28 - Outro/Upcoming Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach go on a wild ride for Damien Chazelle's tribute to Hollywood's golden age: "Babylon," starring Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie and Diego Calva. They discuss the chaotic highs and lows of the film and the soaring performances of one of the most interesting entries on the awards season slate. Plus, your hosts took a field trip to experience an AMC Theatre and the the wonder of the Nicole Kidman introduction.TIME STAMPS 0:27 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 25:16 - SPOILER Discussion 1:22:00 - AMC Theatres' Nicole Kidman Introduction 1:27:11 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach DIVE IN on James Cameron's epic sequel 13 years in the making - Avatar: The Way of Water. They discuss the original Avatar and its place in popular culture, before heading off to the theater and getting into the visual spectacle and character focus of the second installment. They also talk about the franchise's future, as well as the Pandora-themed land at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Orlando, and finish up with a bonkers IMAX preview of Tom Cruise jumping off a cliff several times in the next Mission: Impossible.TIME STAMPS 0:27 - Pre-Movie Discussion on Avatar (2009) 10:23 - Non-Spoiler Discussion on Avatar: The Way of Water 30:00 - SPOILER Discussion 1:05:12 - Theme Park Discussion on Pandora at Disney's Animal Kingdom 1:13:30 - Outro 1:16:05 - Discussion on IMAX behind-the-scenes preview of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach grab the tissues for Spoiler Alert, a bittersweet love story based on Michael Ausiello's memoir "Spoiler Alert: The Hero Dies." They highlight the natural, authentic and true tale of true love and grief. Stick to the end for some movie news and trailer talk.TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Background/Non-Spoiler Discussion 15:01 - SPOILER Plot Discussion 50:40 - Movie's Reception/Reaction 53:24 - Outro 55:56 - Trailer Talk/Movie News Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach dissect the first major marker of awards season with the release of the Golden Globe nominees. We discuss the Globes' recent controversy and changes to this year's ceremony, along with all the film and television nominees.TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Intro/Discussion on last year's controversy and this year's ceremony 11:46 - Film Nominees 32:22 - Television Nominees Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach take a trip with George Clooney and Julia Roberts back into RomCom land with their latest, light-hearted affair: Ticket to Paradise. They discuss the sparkling chemistry of Clooney and Roberts, and whether the rest of the movie holds up to that classic connection.TIME STAMPS 0:27 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 11:08 - Plot Discussion 46:06 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach dive into the final film of Phase 4 of the MCU fresh off their viewing of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. They discuss the emotional Ryan Coogler-directed sequel, how it handled the death of Chadwick Boseman and take the character of Black Panther forward. Plus, they break down the now complete Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 10:17 - SPOILER Discussion 1:14:44 - End of MCU Phase 4 1:18:00 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach reopen their hearts to the world of Rom-Coms with a discussion on Bros, written by and starring Billy Eichner. They walk in the park with this landmark gay romantic comedy, talk through the rough box office reception and ask if it actually deserved that.TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Intro + RomCom/Billy Eichner Discussion 5:24 - Non-Spoiler/Box Office Discussion 19:24 - SPOILER Discussion 45:07 - Outro + What's Next Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach observe the changing of the hierarchy of power in the DC Universe with the release of Black Adam, starring Dwayne Johnson. Plus, they discuss the true changing of the hierarchy of power at DC Studios and Warner Bros. with the naming of James Gunn and Peter Safran as co-CEOs.TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Intro 1:48 - James Gunn named DC Studios CEO 12:24 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 37:40 - SPOILER Discussion 1:03:23 - SPOILER Post-Credit Scene Discussion 1:13:35 - Upcoming DC Movie Slate + Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach drive through all that is the spectacle of Don't Worry Darling. They discuss all the twists of this Oliva Wilde-directed thriller starring Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Chris Pine, Gemma Chan and Wilde herself, plus give a full breakdown of the drama surrounding the film's production and press tour.TIME STAMPS: 0:26 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 14:15 - SPOILER Discussion 47:23 - Off-Camera DRAMA Discussion Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach are back! They discuss the late-summer movie lull, plus catch-up with fun reviews of the animated DC League of Super-Pets, starring Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart, and action-comedy Bullet Train, starring Brad Pitt.TIME STAMPS: 0:27 - Summer Break Talk 14:21 - DC League of Super-Pets 25:34 - Bullet Train 41:01 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach make omelettes and exchange shoe sizes to watch The Gray Man on Netflix, starring Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans and a lot of manicured facial hair. In the spoiler discussion, they run through the movie's NINE action sequences and litany of quips and witticisms.TIME STAMPS: 1:44 - Non-Spoiler Discussion 20:19 - SPOILER Discussion 1:02:19 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach give their thoughts on two movies they saw separately this week. Zach opens with his thoughts on Jordan Peele's latest thriller Nope, and Alex follows up with a discussion on the book-to-film adaptation of Where the Crawdads Sing.TIME STAMPS: 1:58 - Non-Spoiler Nope Review 6:48 - Non-Spoiler Where the Crawdads Sing Review 12:00 - SPOILER Nope Discussion 39:56 - SPOILER Where the Crawdads Sing Discussion 1:19:42 - Outro + Looking Ahead Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach give their immediate reactions to a huge Saturday from Hall H at Comic Con in San Diego. They react to the redefined phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and future Marvel releases, including the first look at Black Panther: Wakanda Forecer. They also discuss the DC panel for Shazam and Black Adam, the new trailer for Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves and other odds and ends from the return of Comic Con.TIME STAMPS: 3:53 - Marvel Discussion 35:16 - DC Movie Discussion (plus Teen Wolf detour) 58:40 - Dungeons & Dragons, plus Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon, Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and other odds and ends Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach summon the bifrost for the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Thor: Love and Thunder, plus they discuss the current state of the MCU and rank the movies and shows of Phase 4.TIME STAMPS: 0:36 - Non-Spoiler Review 13:04 - SPOILER Breakdown 1:15:32 - State of the MCU/Phase 4 Rankings 1:40:27 - What's Next 1:42:25 - Outro Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach witness Baz Luhrmann's latest musical explosion Elvis, starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. They also discuss other recent rock music biopics.Time Stamps: 0:28 - General NON-SPOILER thoughts 13:38 - SPOILER character and plot breakdowns 46:28 - Elvis, Rocketman, Bohemian Rhapsody and other music biopics Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach welcome Pixar back to the big screen with Lightyear and fall in love with a new furry friend, Sox. Spoilers will be had in this instant reaction review.Time Stamps: 0:30 - General NON-SPOILER thoughts 16:27 - SPOILER thoughts, character breakdowns 1:18:04 - Pixar movie rankings Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Alex and Zach catch up on the last month of Instagram reviews with thoughts on Top Gun: Maverick, Jurassic World: Dominion, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, The Bob's Burgers Movie and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.Time Stamps: 8:54 - Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness 27:27 - Jurassic World: Dominion 40:56 - The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent 47:14 - The Bob's Burgers Movie 54:15 - Top Gun: Maverick Follow us on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow us on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.

Sample episode of the A+Z Movie Review Podcast. Alex and Zach test out the podcast equipment and talk about their two favorite properties: Harry Potter and Star Wars.Time Stamps:(3:24) Harry Potter talk(7:38) Star Wars talk Follow on Instagram @a.z_moviereview. Follow on Twitter @a_z_moviereview.