The Cinematic Schematic

The Cinematropolis team—Caleb Masters, Daniel Bokemper, Jo Light, and Christopher Shultz—regroup to conclude our coverage of the 2025 deadCenter Film Festival. The post The Cinematropolis deadCenter 2025 Recap appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Caleb Masters reviews the DreamWorks live-action remake of the beloved 2010 classic, How to Train Your Dragon. The post The ‘How to Train Your Dragon' Live-Action Remake Brings Nothing New to the Table – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Laron Chapman joins Caleb Masters wearing his Head of Pride Programming hat in our kick-off to the 2025 deadCenter Film Festival week. The post deadCenter 2025: The Ultimate Festival Sneak Peek appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman review Tom Cruise's latest crusade to save cinema, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, with GoodTrash Media's Dalton Stuart. This episode will self-destruct in 5… 4… 3…

The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman tempt fate with two horror movie reviews—Final Destination Bloodlines and Until Dawn—with deadCenter's Cam Chaves Rojas and The Cinematropolis / Flick Attack contributor Christopher Shultz. The post The Final Destination Bloodlines & Until Dawn Double Feature Review appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman break their MCU boycott to review the kick-off to summer 2025 at the movi, Thunderbolts*, with OK Film Society co-founder, Alex Palmer, and Movies Are Life's Nathan Chandler. The post ‘Thunderbolts*' Brings Introspection Back to the MCU – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman discuss the recent Avengers: Doomsday casting announcement before reviewing Ryan Coogler's original supernatural thriller Sinners with guests Nathan Poppe, Korey Eakers, and Brock Lay. The post ‘Sinners' Delivers One of the Greatest Original Genre Films in Years – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic does a movie review round-up for 2025 horror so far, concluded with a deep dive into Osgood Perkins's The Monkey. The post Reviewing ‘The Monkey' and 2025 Horror So Far – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic podcast hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by GoodTrash Media's Dalton Stuart to review the new spy thriller from director Steven Soderbergh and writer David Koepp, Black Back. The post ‘Black Bag' Is Soderbergh's Stylish Return to Espionage – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman review Bong Joon-ho's long-awaited sci-fi satire Mickey 17 with special guests Charles Elmore from the Tulsa Film Collective and The Cinematropolis contributor Daniel Bokemper. The post Bong Joon-ho's Sci-Fi Epic ‘Mickey 17'—Worth the Wait? – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic continues the annual predictions tradition for the 97th Academy Awards. Hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by The Entertainment Answer's Matt Mungle and Oklahoma filmmaker Kaitlyn Shelby for our 2025 Oscar predictions special. The post The 2025 Oscar Predictions Special – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman return from the winter hiatus to review the ten time Oscar-nominated film The Brutalist from writer/director Brady Corbet with special guest Daniel Bokemper. The post ‘The Brutalist': A Masterpiece or a Miss? – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematropolis's Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined Daniel Bokemper and GoodTrash Media's Dalton Stuart to close out the season by naming their top 5 movies of 2024. The post The Cinematropolis Top 5 Movies of 2024 – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic returns for our second annual sneak peek episode spotlighting the new movies to watch in 2025. Hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are rejoined by Daniel Bokemper to talk last year's box office results and our most anticipated movies of 2025 before competing in our second annual New Year Sneak Peek Movie Trivia. The post Cinema Sneak Peek: New Movies to Watch in 2025 – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic closes out 2024 with a review of Robert Eggers's Nosferatu. Hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by Brock Lay and GoodTrash Media's Dustin Sells to discuss whether or not it's got the blood sucking goods. The post ‘Nosferatu' Makes Vampires Haunting Again – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic host Caleb Masters and guest co-host Harold Storey are joined by Amber Hanneken and Matt Cavanaugh from Soonercon to review The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim. The post ‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim' Is an Inventive, if Flat Franchise Resurrection – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Caleb Masters reviews A Complete Unknown starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan ahead of its Christmas Day 2024 release. The post ‘The Complete Unknown' Is a “Good Enough” Bob Dylan Biopic – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic podcast hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman complete the "Glicked" double feature with a review of Jon M. Chu's highly anticipated Wicked: Part 1 with special guest Jo Light from No Film School and Final Draft. The post Stellar Performances Make ‘Wicked' Sing Past Shortcomings – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Two Dudes and a Movie podcast hosts Luke Parish and Chelsea Ratterman join Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman on The Cinematic Schematic to review the long-awaited Gladiator II from director Ridley Scott. The post ‘Gladiator II' is a Middling Remix Saved by Denzel – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic is joined by deadCenter's Kevin Ely and US Air Force Chaplain Trevor Winfrey to review Heretic. The post ‘Heretic' Asks Big Questions About Religion Through Chilling Thrills – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Caleb Masters reviews the new film from star/director Jesse Eisenberg, A Real Pain, co-starring Succession's Kieran Culkin. The post ‘A Real Pain' Is a Rumination on Grief With a Lighter Touch – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Daniel Bokemper and Jo Light join hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman on The Cinematic Schematic to review 2024's Palme d'Or winner, Anora, from director Sean Baker. The post ‘Anora' Re-Writes the Fantasy of an American Cinderella Story – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

James Cooper rejoins The Cinematic Schematic to discuss his debut book, Moonlit Massacre, before we review Halloween 2024's most popular horror hits. The Substance, Speak No Evil, It's What's Inside, and Smile 2. Tune in for our verdicts. The post ‘Moonlit Massacre' and the 2024 Halloween Special – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic hosts are joined by Oklahoma filmmaker Mickey Reece and Alex Palmer to review Joker: Folie à Deux. The post ‘Joker: Folie à Deux' Holds Its Audience in Contempt – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by Alexandra Bohannon to review Francis Ford Coppola's long awaited passion project, Megalopolis. The post Unpacking ‘Megalopolis' and Coppola's Vision – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic returns with a bonus episode checking in on this year's box office, our top 5 movies of 2024 so far, an in depth review of Rebel Ridge, and more! The post Fall 2024 Movie Check-In & Rebel Ridge Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Oklahoma filmmakers Jacob Leighton Burns and Chris Oz McIntosh join the podcast to talk about their movies Flint and When Shadows Lay Darkest ahead of their Los Angeles premieres at the North Hollywood Cinefest. The post ‘Flint' and ‘When Shadows Lay Darkest': NoHo Cinefest 2024 Spotlight – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic closes out summer 2024 with a review of Alien: Romulus. Hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by guests Nathan Poppe, Daniel Bokemper, and Brock Lay to render a verdict on the latest Xenomorph outing. The post Alien: Romulus Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

In this bonus episode of The Cinematic Schematic, fellow podcaster Chad Parizman joins host Caleb Masters to review Borderlands. The post Bonus: Borderlands Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic reviews two of August 2024's most notable thrillers, Trap and Cuckoo, with guests Rod Lott and Christopher Shultz. The post Cuckoo / Trap Double Feature Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

This week's episode of The Cinematic Schematic serves up chimichangas in our review of Deadpool & Wolverine. Marvel Studios' sole 2024 release uniting Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman has set the box office on fire, grossing an estimated $211 million on its opening weekend at the domestic box office and $441 million globally. The slow death of the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been greatly exaggerated. Has director Shawn Levy, Reynolds, and Jackman delivered the goods? Introducing X-Force: Critics Edition To embark on this 20th Century Fox meets Disney multiverse hop, hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are joined by GoodTrash Media's Arthur Gordon and Oklahoma Filmmaker (and Marvel Enthusiast) Jada Merritt. Ice Breaker Question: What do we think about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Time Stamp: 4:03 We do a pulse check on the Marvel Cinematic Universe to start this week's conversation. We haven't discussed those movies since our mini-review of Antman & The Wasp: Quantumania and in-depth conversation covering Wakanda Forever. Given its string of critical and box office underperformers, how are we feeling about where things are today? Should there be a “Marvel Jesus?” Spoiler-Free Review Time Stamp: 16:30 Given how integral easter eggs, cameos, or […] The post Deadpool & Wolverine Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic celebrates episode 200 of the podcast with a review of Twisters featuring fellow Oklahoma film critics Jason Black, Brandy McDonnell, and Jo Light. The post Twisters Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic returns from the mid-summer hiatus with a review of MaXXXine featuring the How I Met Your Monster podcast hosts Zach Wincik, Danny Salemme, and Casey Brewer. Who was the real monster in MaXXXine? Tune into the discussion to find out. The post MaXXXine Review With the “How I Met Your Monster” Podcast – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematropolis team including Daniel Bokemper, Jo Light, Christopher Shultz, and Caleb Masters reconvene on The Cinematic Schematic to close out our coverage of the Oscar-qualifying deadCenter Film Festival. The post The Cinematropolis deadCenter 2024 Recap appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Bunee Tomlinson joins The Cinematic Schematic from deadCenter 2024 to discuss his new documentary about adaptive athletes pursuing Paralympian status, Endeavor. The post Bunee Tomlinson Brings Adaptive Athletes to the Forefront in Endeavor – dCFF24 appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Writer/director Adam J. Graves and producer Suchitra Mattai join The Cinematic Schematic at deadCenter 2024 to talk the world premiere of their short film, Anuja. The post “Anuja” Filmmakers Aim To Inspire Empathy and Raise Awareness For Child Labor Globally appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Deonna Marie joins The Cinematic Schematic at deadCenter 2024 to discuss her work as vocal coach on the new Richard Janes movie, Cricket. The post Deonna Marie Sings the Sounds of Cricket's Songwriting at deadCenter 2024 appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

deadCenter 2024 ICON Award-Winner Paul Sparks joins The Cinematic Schematic from deadCenter 2024 to discuss revisiting Oklahoma, the upcoming film The Bikeriders, and what it means to be an artist committed to the pursuit of storytelling. The post Paul Sparks Returns to Oklahoma, A Land of Growing Opportunities for deadCenter 2024 appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

OKC Mayor David Holt joins The Cinematic Schematic from the 2024 deadCenter Film Festival to discuss its overall impact on the state of Oklahoma and OKC's growing film industry. The post OKC Mayor David Holt Weighs In on Thriving Film Industry at deadCenter 2024 appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Donick Cary joins The Cinematic Schematic from deadCenter 2024 to discuss his new movie, Hail to the Breadsticks! The film was named deadCenter's Best Oklahoma Feature by the Oklahoma Film Critics Circle. The post Hail to the Breadsticks! Is an Irreverant Conversation Starter appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Michael Townsend joins The Cinematic Schematic at deadCenter 2024 to share the story behind the documentary Secret Mall Apartment and his collaboration with director Jeremy Workman. The post Secret Mall Apartment Unveils The Untold Story of Providence Place appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Stimson Snead joins The Cinematic Schematic to discuss Tim Travers and the Time Traveler's Paradox ahead of its deadCenter 2024 debut. The post Tim Travers and the Time Traveler's Paradox Brings Explosive Sci-Fi Spectacle to deadCenter appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Emmett Berg, the director of the Saucedo documentary, joins The Cinematic Schematic ahead of the film's world premiere at deadCenter 2024. The post Saucedo Documentary Unveils a Tale of Triumph for deadCenter's Opening Night appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic is joined by 2024 deadCenter Icon Award winner Dylan Brodie of Minari, Reservation Dogs, and Fancy Dance fame. The post Dylan Brodie Champions the Dream of Homegrown Oklahoma Film Industry appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Hailey's Game writer/director Katie Hightower and executive producer Michael Johnson join The Cinematic Schematic to talk about the movie ahead of its world premiere at deadCenter 2024. The post “Hailey's Game” Delivers Heartfelt Queer Love Story – dCFF24 appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic begins our 2024 deadCenter Film Festival coverage with a special deadCenter podcast crossover featuring hosts Caleb Masters, deadCenter Podcast host Nick Hodge, senior features programmer Kevin Ely, and head of Pride Programming, Laron Chapman. Tune in for all of the information you need to know to enjoy the 24th annual deadCenter Film Festival from June 6th-9th. The post Preview: The 2024 deadCenter Film Festival Is Packed With Unique Movie-Going Experiences – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

In this episode of The Cinematic Schematic, hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman are rejoined by GoodTrash Media's Dalton Stuart to review one of the crew's most anticipated movies of the summer, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The post ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' Delivers Thrilling Revenge Epic From the Wasteland – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic podcast hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman review Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes with guests Matt Mungle and Chelsea Ratterman. Does the tenth entry of one of Hollywood's oldest franchises continue the tradition of surprisingly sharp sci-fi? Tune in for the verdict. The post ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Is a Middling Evolution – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic host, Caleb Masters, is joined by GoodTrash Genrecast co-host Dalton Stuart and former host of Sound Trek, Alexandra Bohannon to review the 2024 summer movie kickoff, The Fall Guy. The post ‘The Fall Guy' Falls Forward to Success – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

The Cinematic Schematic picks up the tennis racket to review Luca Guadagnino's steamy sports drama starring Zendaya, Challengers, with guests Daniel Bokemper and Paris Burris. The post Challengers Review – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Creative OKC comic duo couple, The Martin Duprass(Lauren Thomas-Martin and Jeremy Martin), join The Cinematic Schematic to talk about their recent Dogma (1999)fan remake, DawgMuh: As We Remember It. The post Remaking ‘Dogma' From Memory in ‘DawgMuh' With the Martin Duprass appeared first on The Cinematropolis.