Podcast appearances and mentions of Chris Pratt

Send us a Question!MOVIE DISCUSSION: Shirleon joins Melvin to talk about Markiplier's Iron Lung movie! Is it like the game? Is it claustrophobic? Is it spooky-scary? The game is about 45-minutes whereas the movie is a little over 2-hours... is it bloated? Tune in and find out! Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 20-minutes talking about the vibes around Chris Pratt, if he's as popular as Hollywood thinks he is, what the financials of his latest features tell us, and where we think he's going next. (PATREON EXCLUSIVE) Setting the groundwork for the Iron Lung game so we can talk the Iron Lung movie.Both Shirleon & Melvin liked the movie, and the two chat about what worked for them.The film succeeded in making Shirleon feel very claustrophobic.Why is cosmic horror or weird fiction so difficult in film?Melvin feels Iron Lung showcases Markiplier's talent as a writer/director.Why do we think people love stories that contain such a degree of hopelessness?Some specifics about the ending are a bit confusing, but Melvin doesn't feel it detracts from the experience.Shirleon chats about the creature.In terms of filmmaking, what's next for Markiplier?Recommendations: Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith: Episode III (2025) (Novel)FoundTV (Streaming App)Support the showSupport on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers & Pins Social Links: Threads Website Instagram Letterboxd Facebook Group

Chris Pratt's new movie takes us into a time where if you've been accused of a violent crime, no lawyer and no jury for you! “Mercy” is about a new AI criminal justice system that uses its super-duper AI powers to play judge, jury and executioner to those accused of violent crime. The accused are locked into a chair and sit face to face with the Mercy AI system which appears in the form of Rebecca Ferguson who looks better than most judges you'll deal with. The accused then has 90 minutes to prove their innocence, and has the AI power of Mercy at their fingertips to do so. It's a cinematic interpretation of the saying “Someone who is their own lawyer has a fool for a client.” In this movie's case, Pratt is a detective so he's got a bit of criminal investigation experience and he puts it to use after he's the one in the Mercy chair, accused of killing his wife. He gets to look through all the evidence. Call anyone in the law enforcement community and they'll go anywhere you need them to in order to find clues, leads, etc. As Pratt leads this investigation to clear himself, he uncovers a sinister plot. Is it worth finding out more in the theater? Watch this episode to find out! “Mercy” also stars Annabelle Wallis, Chris Sullivan, Kali Reis, Kylie Rogers, Jeff Pierre, Rafi Gavron, Kenneth Choi, Jamie McBride and Ross Gosla. Support the showFeel free to reach out to me via:@MoviesMerica on Twitter @moviesmerica on InstagramMovies Merica on Facebook

Today On With Mario Lopez – Chris Pratt joins us to break down his new film 'Mercy', upcoming 'Mario Bros' sequel and more! Plus, your comment of the week, the latest music news, Mario's Valentine's Day advice and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month on The Film Board, Pete Wright drags Andy Nelson, Tommy Metz III, and Steve Sarmento into an emergency bonus hearing because Andy texted, essentially, “We can't skip a month. Also I found a movie.” That movie is Mercy, a slick, noisy, deeply committed screenlife thriller where Chris Pratt wakes up strapped into a futuristic execution-chair-courtroom and has 90 minutes to prove he didn't kill his wife. The judge is an AI who looks like Rebecca Ferguson. Which is frankly unfair to every other AI.From there, it's a full-spoilers sprint through a world where justice is software, surveillance is just “normal life,” and every single camera on Earth is apparently pointed at exactly the wrong moment. The panel fights over what Mercy thinks it's doing (a cautionary tale about AI and institutions) versus what it actually does (a pulpy, coincidence-powered ride that occasionally forgets its own premise and wanders off toward terrorism and explosions).Andy is… not having it. Steve is torn in the way only a lover of scrappy sci-fi concepts can be: “It's messy, but I'm intrigued.” Tommy—who walked in expecting bargain-bin January nonsense—ends up delighted, especially after an accidental 3D screening turns the whole thing into a theme-park attraction where the chair is the main character. Pete tries to keep the court metaphor alive long enough to pronounce a verdict, but keeps getting distracted by the movie's most dangerous idea: not the AI, but the assumption that the only way to get “justice” is if the system can see literally everything.Also: yes, we talk about the wind. The screens have wind.Watch & DiscoverWatch Now: Apple TV | Amazon | LetterboxdOriginal Theatrical Trailer Support The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next ReelSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Pete | JJ | Steve | Tommy | Andy | Ocean Shop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial offers: Audible

Chris Pratt returns to the podcast! Rob's good friend, golf partner, and “Parks & Rec” co-star Chris Pratt joins the show to discuss his quotable kids, his new movie “Mercy” (featuring a cameo from Chris Pratt's actual brother), Christmas with Grandpa Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rob's alien dinner, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we're handing out pop culture Olympic medals. Join us as we hand out medals in the events no one trained for, but everyone has opinions about. From overexposed icons to nepo babies who are outrunning their last names, we're awarding Gold, Silver, and Bronze in cultural chaos. It's competitive, unhinged, and the only Olympics judged entirely by vibes and side-eye.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/645Get our brand new Winter Olympics Collection at knoxandjamie.shopThe Winter Olympics: Watch the Opening Ceremonies | Italian Mafia | Pope Leo & JD Vance | Heated Rivalry carrying the Olympic Torch | Lindsey Vonn | Andrea Bocelli | Scott Hamilton | Johnny Weir & Tara LipinskiNewsworthy Mentions: Elon Musk cancels Model X | 6-7 | Wired HeadphonesNot A Sponsor: Skin Glaze gummies | MeaTech Wikis & IMDbs: Ashton Kutcher | Jacob Elordi | Druski | Jason Kelce | Maya Hawke | Jack Quaid | Lily-Rose Depp | Michael Douglas | George W. Bush | Robert PattinsonComing Soon: Euphoria S3 | Heated Rivalry S2Music Corner: Jelly Roll | Olivia DeanAsides: All's Fair Pilot Program | Margot Robbie film w/ Colin Farrell | The TraitorsMore Nepo Baby Content: Episode 490 | QuizFact Check: Where did the other Popes come from? | How does 3d printing work? | What is lossless audio?Drive-Bys: Read more books, get a Brick | Chick-Fil-A Sauce Chips?! | Minions 3 | Cookie Fix | JT crying on Punk'd | Chris Pratt & Swedish Nightingale | Lainey Wilson | Noah Kahan's new deconstruction song | You, Me and Dupree Red Light Mentions: Catherine O'Hara RIP | Mariah Carey Tributes | Peter Attia | The Pete Davidson Show Green Lights:Jamie: movie- Send HelpKnox: movie - Train DreamsBonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors: Boll & Branch (code: POPCAST) | Betterwild | Factor (code: POPCAST50OFF) | The Pets Table (code: POPCAST55) | Bombas (code: POPCAST) | Hers | Fabletics | Fora Travel | Pura | Square Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brock and Salk discuss just how big a deal the Super Bowl is as they continue their week on radio row from San Francisco, along with the decision to have Chris Pratt introduce the Seahawks on Sunday. Then, they discuss how good the Patriots could actually be and go through some of their schedule as a result, due to that being so much of a conversation of their season.

Video from the scene of Savannah Guthrie's mom's abduction is surfacing. TMZ is saying there's a ransom note asking for big money in Bitcoin. The Super Bowl is reporting live from Alcatraz? Jon Bon Jovi and Chris Pratt are announcing the teams to the field - here's why. We're ready to see what Bad Bunny is gonna bring to the table. Meanwhile, here are past halftime performances that aren't remembered fondly. The weather has been TOO good. Eddie Bauer is closing all their stores. This Olympic bobsledder funded her trip to Milan with OnlyFans. Matty is recommending ‘Cool Runnings' for some underdog Olympic inspiration. Get some etiquette, people!

Hour 1: Who needs an ACL? Not Lindsey Vonn - she's skiing in the Olympics no matter what. Here are the Olympic events we're looking forward to the most. Jill Biden's ex husband has been charged with murdering his wife. Thanks to the mail carriers out there, but what's with the vibes at the post office? Quentin Tarantino's first gig might surprise you. Duck duck chicken eggs, and Bill Gates is in the Epstein files. Hour 2: Video from the scene of Savannah Guthrie's mom's abduction is surfacing. TMZ is saying there's a ransom note asking for big money in Bitcoin. The Super Bowl is reporting live from Alcatraz? Jon Bon Jovi and Chris Pratt are announcing the teams to the field - here's why. We're ready to see what Bad Bunny is gonna bring to the table. Meanwhile, here are past halftime performances that aren't remembered fondly. The weather has been TOO good. Eddie Bauer is closing all their stores. This Olympic bobsledder funded her trip to Milan with OnlyFans. Matty is recommending ‘Cool Runnings' for some underdog Olympic inspiration. Get some etiquette, people! (51:01) Hour 3: All Mill Valley all the time for today's edition of Bridge The Gap! Can IT Genius Sam pull out the first 3-pet for the Zillennials? The Super Bowl should be perfectly cool and rain free here in the Bay. Jim Carrey (2-time Golden Globe Winner) is giving advice to the youths. The science behind goosebumps. When did it first hit you that you're not “young” anymore? (1:32:20) Hour 4: The Billboard Hot 100 has a new #1, and Bob can't wait to see him! The internet is feeling bad for Alex Warren after his Grammy performance. Billie Eilish is being called a hypocrite after her Grammys speech. Ozzfest will live on. Stop wearing jeans on flights. If you live near Levi's Stadium it might be a good time to Airbnb your house. (2:09:45)

On today's MJ Morning Show:St. Pizza-burgPower at Bailey's houseMorons in the newsSleeping and waking up-What's the worst thing you can doFester is hearing thingsBetting legalitiesBahama Breeze locations are changingA Bailey (not our intern) stole the wallet of a patient and went on a shopping spreeGuthrie updateIf you're going to lie, be this kind of liarEpstein doc dump update - Bill GatesDrinking NFL dad arrestedJon Bon Jovi and Chris Pratt to introduce the players at the 'Big game'South Tampa humGuthrie updateCougar relationshipsGuthrie updateLyft driver attacked a passengerWoman pulled out a drill against copsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A massive court ruling delivers a major blow to radical gender ideology as a detransitioner wins a first-of-its-kind malpractice verdict against a medical provider. FOCUS: We break down the landmark detransitioner malpractice case, how the medical care was portrayed in court, and why reactions online are exploding. MAIN THING: Actor Chris Pratt makes a stunning public declaration of faith — explaining why he refuses to stay quiet about Jesus. LAST THING: A reminder from Matthew 5 to let your light shine boldly in a world desperate for truth. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

The Staying Relevant Productions family is officially expanding with the launch of the 'He Said She Said' podcast under the Staying Relevant umbrella - and that's not the only big announcement... BIG NEWS: the Staying Relevant newsletter is coming, and did Sam and Pete make it to this weeks Monday meeting?Pete is more relevant than ever after being impersonated by Chris Pratt (yes, really), while Sam's sister Louise admitted on her podcast that she fancies Pete

In this spoiler-filled deep dive into Mercy, Cupcake and The WillDaBeast break down everything — from Chris Pratt's controversial casting as a morally grey cop strapped to a chair for 90 minutes, to Rebecca Ferguson's stunning performance as an AI judge, jury, and executioner. Is this screen-life thriller actually a hidden gem, or is it the worst movie of 2026? We're discussing the shocking twist, the revenge plot, the OJ Simpson parallels, the script's wild swings between AI commentary and criminal justice critique, and whether director Timur Bekmambetov's bold cinematic experiment actually paid off. If you loved Missing or Searching, this one's in your wheelhouse — and if you hated it, trust us, we fought about it too. Watch, Skip, or Plus — drop your take in the comments!

Chris Pratt was one of Hollywood's golden boys. Rebecca Ferguson is one of Hollywood's bright stars. Together can they bring the house down with a cop drama about AI? Boy oh.... let's hope.email - ForestFilmClub22@gmail.comsocials - @ForestFilmClubblog - forestfilmclub.wordpress.com

Movie Mike and Kelsey break down the nominees for the 98th Academy Awards. Complete with predictions, snubs and surprises they feel are a slap in the face. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Mercy starring Chris Pratt. It takes place in the near future, where a detective stands trial accused of murdering his wife. He has 90 minutes to prove his innocence to the advanced A.I. Judge he once championed, before it determines his fate. Mike shares the one redeeming quality of the movie, why Chris Pratt was fighting for his life and why the story almost put him to sleep. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Crime 101 starring Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry, Mark Ruffalo. Chris Pratt plays an elusive thief who teams up with an insurance broker for one last heist while an LA detective tries to track him down. Mike shares why the movie feels oddly familiar but still worthy of the big screen. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to another unforgettable episode of the Wise_N_Nerdy podcast, where hosts Charles and Joe once again blend fandom fun with real-life fatherhood wisdom. This week's adventure kicks off with the classic Question of the Week: If you could be a cartoon character for a week, who would you be? Joe dives headfirst into the world of anime by choosing Edward Elric from Fullmetal Alchemist, embracing alchemy, sacrifice, and epic character growth. Meanwhile, Charles goes full power fantasy by picking Sung Jin-woo from Solo Leveling, imagining a week of leveling up, shadow armies, and unstoppable strength. With the ceremonial roll of the dice setting the tone, the show jumps straight into “What Are You Nerding Out About?” Joe shares his recent reading marathon, revealing that since Christmas he powered through books 3–7 of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman. He describes the experience as an intense and wildly entertaining ride, while strongly reminding listeners that this series is definitely not kid-friendly. Charles balances things out with some tasty real-world wins, nerding out over all-you-can-eat sushi and his surprise movie night watching Mercy starring Chris Pratt through AMC's Screen Unseen program. Next, the dice unleash everyone's favorite groan-worthy segment: Bad Dad Jokes. With jokes supplied by Devocite and one delivered by Joe about a woman who completes 40 weeks of bodybuilding, laughter and eye-rolls abound in classic Wise_N_Nerdy fashion. The fun then turns practical with the “How Do I…?” segment, where Charles and Joe open up about their personal experiences planning for retirement. From long-term thinking to balancing family needs and future goals, the conversation offers relatable insight for parents navigating adult responsibilities while still geeking out. Storytime arrives with “Daddy, Tell Me A Story,” and Charles delivers a gripping tale from his teenage years in the Civil Air Patrol, involving a surplus base and some questionable “souvenir collecting.” It's part nostalgia, part cautionary tale, and completely entertaining. Finally, the episode wraps up with a thoughtful Parliament of Papas discussion: At what age is it appropriate to let kids have social media accounts? Charles and Joe break down the pros, cons, safety concerns, and real-world parenting challenges that come with raising kids in a digital age. It's the perfect blend of humor, heart, and honest conversation that reminds listeners why they tune in every week to Find your FAMdom with this dynamic duo. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean and Amanda open the show by covering A24's win in the 72-hour bidding war for Olivia Wilde's ‘The Invite' at the Sundance Film Festival (1:16), react to the leaked photographs from the upcoming biopics about the Beatles (5:33), and share their brief takeaways from the BAFTA nominations (8:38). Then, they cover ‘Mercy,' starring Chris Pratt, which they found to be an evil and disastrous misfire (17:01). Next, they talk through Sam Raimi's ‘Send Help', starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien, and celebrate Raimi's use of his signature trademarks to explore some really morally thorny material (41:34). Finally, they use McAdams's wonderful performance as a segue to have a conversation about the 10 most misused stars in Hollywood (1:00:16). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this explosive episode of WatchSkip+, hosts Cupcake (Jose) and TheWildabeast (Mike) deliver their most divided review yet of the 2026 sci-fi thriller Mercy, starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson. Directed by Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted, Night Watch), this IMAX AI courtroom drama has critics split down the middle. Is Mercy a brilliant screenlife movie exploring artificial intelligence and the future of the justice system, or is it the worst script of 2026? Our hosts debate Chris Pratt's casting, Rebecca Ferguson's AI judge performance, the film's real-time 90-minute format, and whether this thriller succeeds as social commentary on AI technology. If you loved Missing, Searching, Unfriended, or Bekmambetov's previous screenlife films, you need to hear this heated discussion. Plus: comparisons to Hypnotic, thoughts on the cast including Kali Reis and Kenneth Choi, cinematography analysis, and why this might be the most controversial movie review of the year. SPOILER-FREE episode - come back in two days for our full spoiler breakdown! Subscribe now for honest movie reviews, podcast discussions, and cinema commentary you won't find anywhere else.  - - - - - - - - - -WE ARE WATCH SKIP PLUS!FOLLOW/LIKE/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW/LOVEEmail us: WatchSkipPlus@gmail.com#MercyMovie #ChrisPratt #RebeccaFerguson #TimurBekmambetov #Mercy2026 #AIThriller #MovieReview #ScreenlifeMovie #SciFiThriller #AIMovie #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #ChrisPrattMovies #RebeccaFergusonFans #IMAXMovie #2026Movies #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #PodcastReview #ScreenlifeCinema #BekmambetovFilms #AIHorror #CourtroomThriller #IndieFilm #CinemaReview #MovieDebate #FilmPodcast #WatchSkipPlus

This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the first true January movie of 2026 with Timur Bekmambetov's ‘Mercy', featuring Hollywood's 4th best Chris (Pratt) and the UK's best Ferguson (Rebecca). Then, the guys discuss the latest from the bro-iest bros in Hollywood, it's Ben Affleck and Matt Damon in Joe Carnahan's ‘The Rip'! Matt and Chris wrap it all up with their 5 Favorite Films of 2025!00:00-12:17: Intro/Mercy12:18-21:41: The Rip21:42-37:16: 5 Favorite Films of 202537:17-41:26: Wrap Up Theme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

The reigning Academy Award winner for Best Picture joins the show! Legendary producer Charles "Chuck" Roven (Oppenheimer, The Dark Knight Trilogy) sits down with Giles Alderson to discuss his pulsing new sci-fi thriller, Mercy (starring Chris Pratt & Rebecca Ferguson). In this masterclass on producing, Chuck breaks down his unique career path from stuntman to the founder of Atlas Entertainment. He reveals how he packages massive films independently (like American Hustle and 12 Monkeys), the challenges of producing for visionary directors like Christopher Nolan and Timur Bekmambetov, and why he believes Mercy's concept of an "AI Judge" is a terrifying glimpse into our future. We discuss: The Mercy Reunion: Bringing Chris Pratt and director Timur Bekmambetov back together 18 years after Wanted. The "Atlas" Model: How to develop and package blockbuster IP outside of the studio system. The Oppenheimer Journey: Lessons learned from producing the Best Picture winner and working with Cillian Murphy. Managing Visionaries: How to support directors like David O. Russell and Zack Snyder while protecting the budget. The Stuntman Roots: How his early days on Hawaii Five-O shaped his approach to action safety. Mercy is in CINEMAS NOW Links FOOD FOR THOUGHT documentary out NOW | Watch it FREE HERE. A documentary exploring the rapid growth and uptake of the veganlifestyle around the world. – And if you enjoyed the film, please take amoment to share & rate it on your favourite platforms. Every review& every comment helps us share the film's important message withmore people. Your support makes a difference! Help us out and Subscribe, listen and review us on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts but more importantly, tell your pals about this podcast. Thank you! PODCAST MERCH Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, on-set water bottles, mugs and more MERCH. https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/   COURSES Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/   PATREON Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com   CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written, produced and edited by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative  Theme Music by John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This time around, we discuss Storm of the Century, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes. Wanted, Chris Pratt, Panic Buying, Dad shows, ASMR, Realty TV, Orb Girl. travel, and dubs vs captions.Listen to the Jortscenter Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ioAsKKw7AhdJ0cCrasqfH?si=6c2cef121c3a4a9aJoin our Peloton!   https://www.patreon.com/JortsCenterFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/342135897580300Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/jortscenterFollow us on Twitter:@JortsCenterPod Will is @wapplehouse Josh is @otherjrobbins Ryan is @ryhanbeard Vic is @DokktorvikktorZack is @ZackVanNus

Send us a textThis week on the show!To fog hides more than just monsters... it hides a bad movie in:Return to Silent HillPrepare your case and experience the ultimate trial. You have 90 minutes to prove your innocence or face execution. Chris Pratt stars in: MercyHis revolution was televised based on the true story that held a nation hostage comes:Dead Mans Wireand finally With leading up to the Oscars and my season finale's best films of the year, I will be adding 1 movie a week that I may have missed in 2025. This week: A life you don't notice until it ends. In the Netflix best picture nominee:Train DreamsReady for my Verdict? Let's get into it!*Support the show by leaving a review on Apple podcast or Spotify! *You can now listen to The Movie Wire on YouTube! Listen and subscribe here!Make sure you check out The Super Familiar Podcast!Listen Here followed, or subscribed to The Cultworthy Cinema Podcast and The Movie Wire's crossover show Back 2 the Balcony, now is your time, because this week, we have a special episode where we go back in time to the Nickelodeon show Rated K: For Kids By Kids where Roger and Gene stop by to discuss some hot movies of that year! Watch HereSupport the show

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On the day of Wonder Man, Marvel also gifted us with the teaser trailer for Daredevil: Born Again season two, which will begin on March 24. Our full cast of characters returns, with the teaser even showing Foggy Nelson, and debuts Krysten Ritter's Jessica Jones in the MCU. The eight episode second season looks promising and we know a third season is already greenlit.Lucasfilm's first property of 2026 will be the animated series Maul: Shadow Lord. The show's trailer dropped online last Friday to acclaim from fans of Star Wars animation. The eight episode series will premiere with two episodes on April 6 and release two episodes a week leading up to the finale episodes on May 4th - a significant day for Star Wars fandom. The character of Maul debuted in The Phantom Menace and has a storied reputation through other animated properties such as The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels.It's Mattel's next outing bringing toys to life on screen as the trailer for Masters of the Universe premiered a few days ago. The popular 1980s franchise is becoming lifelike through performances of Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, Jared Leto as Skeletor, and more stars like Idris Elba, Kristen Wiig, and Sasheer Zamata.Christina Hodson has been tapped to write The Brave and the Bold, an upcoming Batman film set in the DCU for DC Studios with Andy Muschietti set to direct. Hodson has several other DC credentials, having worked with Andy Muschietti on The Flash. She also penned the Margot Robbie-led Birds of Prey movie. Her other credits include the 2018 Transformers movie Bumblebee.Max Parker, star of the Netflix series Boots, has joined the cast of Prime Video's God of War adaptation series. Parker will play Heimdall who first appeared in the second God of War game, God of War Ragnarök, as an antagonist.Oscar nominations have been announced and Ryan Coogler's Sinners set a record with 16 total nominations. Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another followed with 13 nominations. Warner Bros. scored 30 nominations in total, tying its record number of nominations set in 2005. Indie distributor Neon and streamer Netflix had 18 noms each, while Focus Features had 13 and A24 had 11. Netflix's Frankenstein, A24's Marty Supreme and Neon's Sentimental Value all garnered nine nominations, while Focus' Hamnet had eight. All are in the marquee Best Picture race joining Sinners, One Battle, Focus' Bugonia, Apple's F1, Neon's The Secret Agent and Netflix's Train Dreams.Illumination and Nintendo's The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will now open on Wednesday, April 1 instead of April 3. Illumination also revealed an extended teaser trailer that features the first look at Yoshi.A massive winter storm impacting much of the U.S. is taking a toll on the domestic box office as numerous communities and cities advised citizens to stay home, and more than 400 hundred theaters closed. Overall revenue is expected to fall to the lowest point of the year to date. The weekend's winner is new thriller Mercy, starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson. On Saturday, MGM Amazon Studios reported an estimated $12.6 million opening before the extent of theater closures was known. Overseas, it started off with a promising $11.6 million.AppleTV has renewed Shrinking for a fourth season ahead of its season 3 premiere this week.

This week's Out Now with Aaron and Abe has questions for the judge's ruling. Aaron and Abe spend time going over the sci-fi thriller Mercy, starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson. The duo also dive into their thoughts on the 97th Academy Award nominations. Plus, there's plenty of time for other movie chatter, thoughts on new previews, and listener comments. Tune in for Out Now Quickies™ (6:39), Oscar Nom Thoughts (26:57), Trailer Talk for Masters of the Universe (54:25), the main review (1:00:51), and Out Now Feedback (1:50:20). So now, if you've got an hour or so to kill… Get yourself a free audiobook and help out the show at AudibleTrial.com/OutNowPodcast! Follow all of us on Twitter/Bluesky/Letterboxd: @Outnow_Podcast, @AaronsPS4, @WalrusMoose Check out all of our sites, podcasts, and blogs:  TheCodeIsZeek.substack.com, Why So Blu? Read Aaron's review for Mercy Trailer Talk: Masters of the Universe Next Week: Send Help

Earth's Mightiest Critics use their natural intelligence to review a movie about artificial intelligence--which is lacking in basic intelligence!In Mercy, Chris Pratt stars as Chris Raven (not making that up), a detective accused of killing his wife. He is put on trial by an AI judge (Rebecca Ferguson), and has 90 minutes to clear his name.Join us as we draft a minority report and prepare to prosecute this bizarre cinematic thought-crime!Also, Ian addresses an issue with the comments section.Support Kicking the Seat on Patreon, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us at:XLetterboxdInstagramFacebookShow LinksWatch the Mercy (2026) trailer.Support all of Earth's Mightiest Critics at their various outlets:Keep up with Jeff York's criticism and caricatures at The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists.Check out Mark "The Movie Man" Krawczyk's The Spoiler Room Podcast.Get seated with The Blonde in Front!Follow David Fowlie's film criticism at Keeping It Reel.Get educated with Don Shanahan at Every Movie Has a Lesson…...And Film Obsessive...and the Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast.Keep up with Annie Banks at The Mary Sue....and We Got This Covered.Make Nice with Mike Crowley of You'll Probably Agree.And save your celluloid soul with Dave Canfield's Substack, "Creature Feature Preacher".

Word up homies! Welcome to the Reel Film Nerds Podcast. For today's chat Mike, Ma, and Matt review Mercy (2026) starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson. Not scary AI topics include Perd, Ma Talent, and Pluribus. For our next discussion we continue our venture to the theaters to check out Sam Raimi's latest psychological horror thriller Send Help starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien.  You can find us on all things social such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or X. We also have an awesome community you can join, click here to check out our Facebook Fan Group so you can yell at Mike and Matt from the comfort of your keyboard while talking about films. Lastly we have an amazing website where you can watch trailers, read the host's bios, listen to the podcast, and get a ton more info on the movies we review.  Check out the link here https://www.ReelFilmNerds.com Thanks for stopping by and listening to our podcast, we appreciate each and everyone of you and we will be back next week with another incredible episode of the Reel Film Nerds podcast.

This week, we discuss Mercy (2026), the new sci-fi thriller starring Chris Pratt, set in a near-future Los Angeles where an AI judge has replaced the human justice system. We unpack the film's real-time, screen-driven structure and its engagement with AI, truth, and post-truth logic, asking whether its philosophical ambitions hold up under scrutiny. A...

Send us a textAm I On The Air Season 31, Episode 9 – “Positive Attitude” Hosted by: DONMEGAThis week on Am I On The Air, DONMEGA keeps things moving forward with a positive attitude as he breaks down the latest entertainment news from January 21st through January 27th, covering exciting new movies and major TV premieres.On the movie side, DONMEGA delivers an early, spoiler-free review of the thriller “Send Help,” discussing its tension, performances, and whether it has what it takes to stand out in a crowded genre. We also circle back to the buzz surrounding Chris Pratt's sci-fi thriller “Mercy,” sharing additional thoughts.Over on the TV side, the MCU returns with its newest Disney+ series “Wonder Man.” DONMEGA breaks down the premiere, its tone, how it fits into the larger Marvel universe, and what fans can expect moving forward. We also dive into “The Beauty,” the bold new series from Ryan Murphy, unpacking its themes, style, and why it's already generating conversation.As always, the episode is packed with reactions, insights, and so much more entertainment talk as DONMEGA keeps you up to date on what's worth watching right now.

This week, we talk to ‘Mercy' star Chris Pratt about how faith shapes his life and career. He opens up about navigating public narratives, using his platform with purpose and why he believes being open about faith matters more than ever.In RELEVANT Buzz, the crew dives into Jelly Roll's moving moment on 'Star Search,' why Gen Z is intentionally disconnecting from their phones and whether music is actually getting sadder. Plus, stories about AI fatigue, bizarre license plate drama, a ketchup packet felony and a guy trying to create a new nation in Texas. And at the end of the show, don't miss the Best Game Ever!Highlights:01:00 Storm prep anxiety and riding it out03:27 The man who tried to start his own country in Texas06:56 The confidence of mediocre white men18:23 RELEVANT Buzz 18:53 Jelly Roll's Gospel moment on Star Search21:58 Study finds popular music is getting sadder24:36 Gen Z intentionally disconnecting from phones30:10 Chris Pratt 36:40 SLICES 38:38 Mr. Potato Head license plate controversy39:34 Florida man charged over ketchup packet45:14 “Best Game Ever” Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we gave ourselves mercy by not reviewing the new Chris Pratt film Mercy and instead invited our two friends Mark Ellis and Paul DiNuzzo to participate in an epic special episode... The 80's Movie Draft! 

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz delivers an in-depth reaction and breakdown to the highly anticipated Official Yoshi First Look Trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026). Analytic Dreamz dives into the cosmic adventure teased in this follow-up to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, highlighting Chris Pratt reprising his role as Mario, alongside returning stars Charlie Day as Luigi, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Jack Black as Bowser, and Keegan-Michael Key as Toad. Special focus goes to the debut of Yoshi, new cast additions like Brie Larson voicing Rosalina and Benny Safdie as Bowser Jr., plus exciting glimpses of galactic worlds, classic gameplay nods, and high-stakes action. Analytic Dreamz shares detailed thoughts on the animation, voice performances, fan-favorite character introductions, and what this means for the expanding Nintendo cinematic universe. Perfect for Mario fans eager for insights on the April 2026 theatrical release from Illumination and Nintendo.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, the boys head to 1945, a peaceful and chipper year in history, to discuss Billy Wilder's masterpiece about an alcoholic, “The Lost Weekend”. After Dave and John give mini-reviews about “Mercy” (2026) and “Avatar: Fire and Ash” (2025), and John gripes about his 40-minutes of trailers ahead of “Avatar”, the boys give a brief year-in-review of 1945, before John tries to convince Dave and Jeff to elevate this ‘great' movie to a ‘gold star'. Grab a drink and join us! linktr.ee/theloveofcinema - Check out our YouTube page!  Our phone number is 646-484-9298. It accepts texts or voice messages.  0:00 Intro; 4:06 “Mercy” mini-review; 7:06 “Avatar: Fire and Ash” mini-review; 13:53 Gripes about long movie trailers; 18:08 1945 Year in Review; 33:10 Films of 1945: “The Lost Weekend”; 1:19:41 What You Been Watching?; 1:24:54 Next Week's Episode Teaser Additional Cast/Crew: Ray Milland, Billy Wilder, Charles Brackett, John Seitz, Miklos Rozsa, Edith Head, Jane Wyman, Phillip Terry, Doris Dowling, Lillian Fontaine, Charles R. Jackson, Chris Pratt, Rebecca Ferguson, Kylie Rogers, Annabelle Wallis, Timur Bekmambetov, James Cameron, Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Yeoh, Stephen Lang, Oona Chaplin. Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say Edited & Produced by Dave Green. Beer Sponsor: Carlos Barrozo Music Sponsor: Dasein Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ 
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Welcome back ragers to the best movie review podcast on the planet. The rage rolls on from the Film Rage Studio. This week the Film Rage Crew are back for another five new releases in cinema and Bryce only fell asleep in one of them. Chris Pratt kicks it off with an action movie where the main character sits in a chair for almost the entire duration. Now that is some intense high octane action! Then we Return to Silent Hill for some reason. Then Amanda Seyfried teaches us about shakin' and quakin'. After that we get transported back to the 70's in Honey Bunch. And finally Claire Foy invites a vicious predator into her home in H is for Hawk. Then in the Rage or Dare segment Jim was forced to watch Mystery, Alaska. See if the mesmerizing for life Russell Crowe can make this film watchable. Introduction-0:00 Murman Predicts-1:41 In Cinema Mercy (2026)-7:12 Return to Silent Hill (2026)-24:18 The Testament of Ann Lee (2026)-34:01 Honey Bunch (2025)-51:20 H is for Hawk (2025)-58:43 Murman Minute-1:06:36 Open Rage Jim's Open Rage- Didn't see Mercy in 3D IMAX-1:11:48 Bryce's Open Rage- Mercy released in IMAX-1:15:34 Rage or Dare Mystery, Alaska (1999)-1:17:36 Jim and Bryce pull from Audience Rage Bag-1:25:18 Outro-1:28:05 Thanks Ragers for listening to our film review podcast. Rage On! https://www.filmrageyyc.com/ https://filmrage.podbean.com/ https://www.facebook.com/filmrageyyc https://nerdyphotographer.com/social/ https://www.leonardconlinphotos.com/

Lobo REACTIONS & Chris Pratt TRIES FOR BATMAN! Not much DCU news when it comes to today's show besides people talking about the Jason Momoa Lobo Supergirl promo.

Chris Pratt returned to the big screen with Mercy this past weekend. While the box office was quietened in the US due to storms, Matthew and Simon have a lot of pre-sales data to dig into between upcoming titles Iron Lung, Send Help, and Shelter this week Behind the Screens.Topics and times:Winter storm impact on the US box office - 0:30Weekend box office results - 1:34Mercy audience analysis - 2:54Next week; Iron Lung, Send Help, Shelter - 6:36Iron Lung pre-sales performance and promotion - 7:13Iron Lung pre-sales audience comparisons and marketing impact - 7:58Send Help pre-sales tracking - 11:57Send Help pre-sales audience comparisons - 12:51Shelter pre-sales audience - 14:27Next week - 16:00Find us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/vista-group-limited/, and follow lifeatvistagroup on Instagram

Mercy is a 2026 American science fiction action thriller film directed by Timur Bekmambetov, written by Marco van Belle, and produced by Charles Roven and Bekmambetov. The film stars Chris Pratt, Rebecca Ferguson, Kali Reis, Annabelle Wallis, Chris Sullivan, and Kylie Rogers.Mercy was released in the United States by Amazon MGM Studios on January 23, 2026. The film received negative reviews from critics.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

On this episode of Project Big Screen, we're joined by two very special guests: Jason Momoa & Jacob Batalon, as they promote their new action comedy, ‘THE WRECKING CREW'. We also review two films of wildly differing quality — ‘MERCY' starring Chris Pratt and ‘THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE' starring Amanda Seyfried. Which one is which? Tune in to find out… We also react further to the Oscars nominations following our YouTube exclusive reaction last Thursday, as well as look at the big trailers from the past week. And at the end? Our biggest Oscars snubs of the past decade… Which performance deserves to go #1? Sound off in the comments below! Timecodes: || Intro - (0:00) || Mercy Review - (4:41) || Mercy SPOILERS - (19:11) || Testament of Ann Lee Review - (29:31) || Ad - (48:10) || Oscars Noms Reactions - (49:25) || Masters of the Universe - (58:31) || Super Mario Galaxy - (1:07:10) || Darth Maul Series - (1:08:30) || First look at Lobo - (1:13:09) || Ad - (1:16:23) || What We're Watching - (1:17:33) || Interview With Momoa & Batalon - (1:24:53) || The 10 Worst Oscars Snubs of the Decade - (1:51:33)You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/lightscamerabarstool

In this edition of Ted, The Texas Zeithog, Jack and Miles discuss their respective weekends, the summary execution of Alex Pretti by ICE, Pam Bondi saying she'll stop terrorizing Minneapolis is they hand over voter records, the huge winter storm bearing down on the US (feat. The Ted Cruz Early Warning System), that new pro-AI copaganda Chris Pratt movie and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we unpack what a leadership change at Lucasfilm could mean for the Star Wars slate, potential shifts in creative direction, and how the studio might navigate its next era. Oscar News! The Oscars are moving to YouTube in 2029. We discuss what a streaming-first ceremony could mean for accessibility, audience engagement, sponsorships, and the future shape of awards shows. Industry Update! Updates on the Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. We break down the latest developments, potential impacts on catalogs and original content, and what this could mean for the streaming wars and theatrical as we know it. Creator Insight! Matt Damon details how Netflix wants their action films made. Damon shares Netflix's production preferences, tone, and how they view the attention spans of their audience. Trailer Spotlight! The Bride!, directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal; Crime 101, starring Chris Hemsworth; and Undertone, the latest A24 horror film. We offer quick takes on each trailer, what they signal for their genres, and what to watch for in storytelling, visuals, and mood. Lastly, Box Office Forecast!  Mercy, starring Chris Pratt. We close with a focused opening-weekend forecast, analyzing factors like the film's so-so reviews, competition, and theater strategies to predict how Mercy might perform!

Chris Pratt's new movie defeated the new Avatar movie. 

The latest episode from the JBP opens with the snow storm that is slated to hit the east coast (17:51) before the cast predicts the winner of the Hit-Boy & Mike Will Made-It producer Verzuz (27:17). 21 Savage and Fivio Foreign exchange words (44:58), takeaways from the Oscars in which 'Sinners' earns a record 16 nominations (1:19:24), and Joe shares his review of the new Chris Pratt movie 'Mercy' (1:30:11). Drake appeals the dismissal of the "Not Like Us" lawsuit (1:33:34), Clipse, Leon Thomas, & Olivia Dean headline the list of performers for the 2026 Grammys (1:44:33), Valentine's Day plans (1:50:20), and the crew shows support to Vince Staples (1:58:27). Also, Jayson Tatum is an EP on Ella Mai's upcoming album (2:02:30), Charles Barkley's comments to ESPN lead to the Buss Family & the LA Lakers (2:24:12), Sebastian Telfair's appearance on 'The Pivot Podcast' (3:13:48), and much more!  Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden 

In episode 1994, Miles and guest co-host Blake Wexler are joined by Finding My Audience, Allen Strickland Williams, to discuss… Dems Are All Asking To Be Primaried, Candace Ownes Saying She and Charlie Kirk Are Like the XMen? Is Chris Pratt’s Copaganda AI Thriller The Worst Movie Of 2026? And more! Daily Zeitgeist: Our 2000th Episode is Here!!!... ICE detains five-year-old Minnesota boy arriving home, say school officials Jeffries Won’t Whip Vote Against ICE Funding Candace Owens is now saying agents tried to get her to join the X-Men school too because she had special abilities like Charlie Kirk. Candace Owens latest Charlie Kirk theories are ripped directly from the plot of the 90s X-Men cartoon. Candace Owens triples down on Charlie Kirk having special abilities and going to X-Men school. Chris Pratt fakes his way through the unconvincing screenlife noir Mercy ‘Mercy’ Review: Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson in an AI Thriller That Will Have You Longing for a Digital Detox Mercy Review: Not Even AI Could Generate A Movie As Dire As This Chris Pratt-Led Disaster It’s early in the year, but this Chris Pratt dud may just be the worst movie of 2026 The Worst Movie of 2026 Is Here—And It’s Only January 10 Controversial Plot Twists That Ruined Movies Mercy: Filmed for IMAX Chris Pratt’s MERCY is tracking to bomb at the domestic box office this coming weekend. Chris Pratt on new film Mercy: I asked to be locked into an executioner's chair AI Thriller ‘Mercy’ Was the “Next Iteration” for Chris Pratt: “This Was a Departure for Me” Judge Horrified as Lawyers Submit Evidence in Court That Was Faked With AI AI-generated attorney outrages judge who scolds man over courtroom fake: ‘not a real person’ Would Humans Trust an A.I. Judge? More Easily Than You Think. Mercy (2026) Review Mercy review – An AI judge decides Chris Pratt’s fate in this absolutely dismal dystopian dreck Amazon to invest up to $50 billion to expand AI and supercomputing infrastructure for US government agencies LISTEN: NO TRESPASSING by A$AP RockySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kanye West started his daughter North's life on a strange note. ‘Avatar' is still that girl at the box office. Sarah thinks the new Chris Pratt movie ‘Mercy' actually looks pretty good. ‘The Smashing Machine' is now available to stream. Rip it up, Flynn! There's a good reason why there's so much traffic. Sometimes parking sucks so much you should just go home. PETA is again asking Groundhog Day supervisors to reconsider using a real Punxsutawney Phil. Relax, he's on vacation 364 days a year. The Hooters prank claims another town.

Hour 1: Kanye West started his daughter North's life on a strange note. ‘Avatar' is still that girl at the box office. Sarah thinks the new Chris Pratt movie ‘Mercy' actually looks pretty good. ‘The Smashing Machine' is now available to stream. Rip it up, Flynn! There's a good reason why there's so much traffic. Sometimes parking sucks so much you should just go home. PETA is again asking Groundhog Day supervisors to reconsider using a real Punxsutawney Phil. Relax, he's on vacation 364 days a year. The Hooters prank claims another town. Hour 2: Mariah Carey's range is no joke. It's time for Bad Advice! Today Sarah and Vinnie are taking on Sugar Baby problems. Is this woman's situation a relationship ending proposition or just a great job opportunity? A former flight attendant uses his inside knowledge to steal hundreds of free flights. Flight attendants reveal the passenger behaviors they will immediately judge you for. Goodwill wants you to know, “We are not the dump.” (50:31) Hour 3: Let's talk about the Oscars nominations! Sinners broke an all-time record, but that doesn't mean it will win. The gang takes a stab at predicting the major winners. Was ‘Wicked: For Good' snubbed? Nerd News: NASA reveals just enough about the emergency astronaut evacuation to make us wonder… space babies. Cows are dumb. Let's not talk too much about it, thanks. Stanford is close to a cure for arthritis. Is Chat GPT more creative than humans? The Playboy edition that actually WAS just for the articles. A medal detector victory! And a mystery… (1:34:42) Hour 4: Harry Styles is back, but it doesn't look like he's coming to San Francisco. He wants to stay in New York City with his love, Zoë Kravitz. Def Leppard also has a new song out today! Apple is replacing Siri with a new AI chat bot experience. Good, because Siri is an idiot. Don't touch Vinnie's alarm clock. Is Sarah okay? Plus, an exhilarating game of How Old Is That Guy? (2:16:54)

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down with two wonderful guests — first, we strap Chris Pratt to a chair (metaphorically speaking, that is) and ask him about his new thriller, Mercy, in which he does battle with an A.I. judge played by Rebecca Ferguson; [25:50 - 40:14 approx] and then Claire Foy, star of this week's moving drama, H Is For Hawk, drops by the office to talk about working with goshawks and Gleeson, Brendan. [1:13:07 - 1:32:55 approx] Both are delights, we're sure you'll agree. Either side of those, Chris is joined in the podbooth by Helen O'Hara, James Dyer and, briefly, Beth Webb for a fun episode in which they reveal their specialist subject on Mastermind, discuss great movie doctors, review No Other Choice, Saipan, Mercy, The History Of Sound, and H Is For Hawk, and go all-in on Oscar nominations discussion in a bumper-sized movie news section. It's all here, apart from the bits we cut out. Enjoy!

It's Oscar nominations week, so we're playing catch up as well as slogging through some extremely January movies. We recorded these reviews before Thursday's Academy announcement, so we have a couple of updates for you: Amanda Seyfried didn't get a nomination for "The Testament of Ann Lee," but "Come See Me in the Good Light" did make it into the documentary feature category. Here's what we discussed: MERCY. Chris Pratt is a police detective accused of killing his wife in a futuristic hellscape of Los Angeles. He has 90 minutes to prove his innocence before an AI judge (Rebecca Ferguson) or he'll be executed. We debate exactly what this Amazon release is propaganda for, but agree that it (and Pratt) are terrible. In theaters. THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE. Amanda Seyfried IS Ann Lee, found of the Shaker religious movement, in director and co-writer Mona Fastvold's ambitious musical. This had a brief awards run at the end of 2025 and is returning to theaters this weekend. The song and dance numbers are mesmerizing. COME SEE ME IN THE GOOD LIGHT. The late poet Andrea Gibson is the subject of this intimate documentary, which is alternately hilarious and heartbreaking but always stirring. Director Ryan White follows the genderqueer Gibson and their partner as they navigate a lengthy and painful cancer battle, but there's plenty of room for humor and even hope. Streaming on Apple TV. Thanks for being here with us and have a great weekend! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

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Dow Drops 700. Don't Protest Inside a Church. Oil From Venezuela Ships. Chris Pratt or Lindsey Vonn for MN Gov? Impeach Trump. Indiana an Example for America. Measles Is Back. ICE Crosses Another Line. Independent Americans host Paul Rieckhoff returns with an unfiltered conversation cutting through the turmoil of Trump's America, a Greenland crisis, and a shaken NATO to focus on a pivotal political battle: Mississippi's independent U.S. Senate candidate, Ty Pinkins. From New York to the Mississippi Delta, Rieckhoff explores how this historic campaign could disrupt Washington's balance of power—without a Democrat or Republican label. Pinkins shares what he's heard across all 82 Mississippi counties, where voters are rejecting “the same two parties saying the same things.” A Black combat veteran and Delta native, he's emerging as a serious challenge to an entrenched MAGA incumbent. He shatters the myth of “splitting the vote” in a state where Republicans have dominated for decades and argues that independents now represent the most energized political force in the country. Rieckhoff and Pinkins also connect the global stakes—from Trump's destructive foreign moves on Greenland, NATO, and Venezuela—to local crises like hospital closures, job losses, and political neglect across Mississippi. Drawing from his deployments and three-year grassroots tour, Pinkins outlines an independent message built on courage, accountability, and inclusion, aimed at uniting a multiracial, multigenerational coalition ready to redefine Mississippi—and America's—political future. Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -Support Ty Pinkins run for Senate in Mississippi. And check out his last conversation with Paul here. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Ways to listen: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Podcasts  Ways to watch: YouTube • Instagram  Social channels: X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.