Mostly Film

Mostly Film This week on Mostly Film, we're back with another packed episode.First up: LIST IT or NIX IT—we're running through the latest trailers (Good Boy, Keeper, Jimmy & Stiggs, Rabbit Trap, STEVE, Marty Supreme, Plainclothes, Elenor the Great) and deciding on the spot if they're worth adding to our Letterboxd watchlists… or tossing in the bin.Then in What We've Been Watching, Jonathan and JP share their thoughts on The Bad Guys 2, The Bad Guys, and a couple of TV favorites like Dexter: Resurrection and Countdown. Expect quick takes on what stuck with us, without getting lost in the weeds of plot summaries.Finally, we wrap up with Movie News, hitting the latest updates from Hollywood and beyond.Trailers, reviews, and the week's movie buzz—all in one episode.

Episode Title: Cruise vs. DiCaprio – Days of Thunder & The BeachThis week, we're putting two movie icons head-to-head as we dive into Tom Cruise's high-octane turn in Days of Thunder (1990) and Leonardo DiCaprio's island odyssey in The Beach (2000).We'll unpack the fascinating behind-the-scenes stories—from Cruise's real NASCAR training and on-set romance with Nicole Kidman, to DiCaprio's risky post-Titanic career move, environmental controversies in Thailand, and jellyfish encounters that almost derailed the shoot.You'll hear about the inspirations, production challenges, and career-defining choices that shaped both films—plus our takes on how each star handled their roles, what critics said then vs. now, and why these movies still spark debate decades later.Fast cars. Hidden islands. Two megastars at pivotal moments in their careers. Buckle up—this is going to be a ride.

Mostly FilmWe're back this week with a quick dip into capes, comebacks, and comedy as Mostly Film returns with another round of hot takes and popcorn-powered opinions.

In this week's episode, we're firing on all cylinders — from fresh trailers to comedy rewatches to the latest movie news making waves.

In this week's Mostly Film, we're pitting two Hollywood heavyweights against each other in a cinematic showdown: Tom Cruise in Legend (1985) vs. Leonardo DiCaprio in Body of Lies (2008).First up, we go deep into The Casting of Legend—a pre-Top Gun Cruise donning long locks and fairy-tale armor in Ridley Scott's surreal fantasy epic. We'll talk about how he nearly passed on the role, the version of the film he actually preferred, and how Legend gave us a rare look at Cruise in the fantasy genre—though Tim Curry's devilish performance may have stolen the spotlight.Then we shift gears into the gritty world of Body of Lies, where DiCaprio goes full-on CIA in Ridley Scott's modern spy thriller. From gaining 25 pounds to demanding on-location shooting in Morocco, Leo's dedication was real—and so was the intensity. We'll cover how this film fits into his “gritty realism” era and why his performance is considered one of his most underrated.Plus, we're breaking down The Performances, The Direction, and The Critical Reception—how both actors were shaped (or overshadowed) by their directors, the worlds they stepped into, and the legacies these films left behind.Is Cruise's ethereal Jack a forgotten fantasy prince? Does DiCaprio's Roger Ferris deserve more love in the spy thriller pantheon? You decide.It's fairytale forests vs. Middle Eastern war zones. Light vs. Lies. Cruise vs. DiCaprio.

Two legendary actors. Two iconic performances. One showdown.In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the worlds of Jerry Maguire and The Wolf of Wall Street to unpack what makes these roles career-defining turns for Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio.We kick things off with The Casting, where we break down the behind-the-scenes stories that shaped each performance—from Cruise shadowing real sports agents and helping write iconic scenes, to DiCaprio fighting for years to get Wolf made and throwing himself (literally) into the chaos of Jordan Belfort's world.Then we dig into The Films themselves—Jerry Maguire's heart, romance, and redemption versus Wolf of Wall Street's debauchery, ambition, and downfall. We'll explore how both films use charisma and collapse to tell two wildly different American dream stories.And of course, we bring in The Critics—what did the biggest voices in film say about Cruise's emotionally layered performance and DiCaprio's unhinged, fearless energy? From Oscar nods to iconic scenes, we look at how both roles helped reshape the legacies of two of Hollywood's biggest stars.So, who wins the title of best performance? Is it Cruise's “You complete me” or Leo's lewd, lude-fueled spiral? Tap in for the debate, the deep dive, and maybe… a little yelling of “Show me the money!”

Take 153: Kill Bill Vol. 2, & Death Proof. Tarantino In Review Pt. 3

Take 152: Mickey 17, Fight or Flight, Captain America: BNW, & the New Snape

Take 151: Jackie Brown, Kill Bill Vol. 1. Tarantino In Review Pt. 2.

Take 150: Oscar Reactions, Nickel Boys, Emilia Perez, & All Things Dexter.

Take 149: Pulp Fiction & Reservoir Dogs. Tarantino In Review Pt. 1

Take 148: The Brutalist, Companion, Let's Start a Cult, & Oscar Predictions.

Take 147: Grave of the Fireflies, Perfect Blue, Paprika, & Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind; The Anime Finale.

Take 146: The Gorge, Hitchcock Classics, & SNL's 50th.

Take 145: A Silent Voice & Your Name- The Essential Anime Series.

Take 144: Babygirl, You're Cordially Invited, A Complete Unknown, & The Return of Jonathan Majors

Take 143: Ghost in the Shell & Sword of the Stranger-The Essential Anime Series.

Take 142: Remembering David Lynch, Mulholland Drive, Lost Highway, Eraserhead, Twin Peaks & More.

Take 141: Akira & Redline -The Essential Anime Series-

Take 140: Nosferatu, A Real Pain, Gladiator 2, & Golden Globe Surprises.

Take 139: Wicked, Carry-On, Juror #2, LEE, Flow, & The Rise of Sonic