Podcast appearances and mentions of Rian Johnson

Hot on the heels of submitting their Chicago Film Critics Association ballots, Adam and Josh share their favorite performances of the year, plus some thoughts on Rian Johnson's WAKE UP DEAD MAN and Chloe Zhao's HAMNET. This episode is presented by⁠ Regal Unlimited⁠⁠, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. (Timecodes and chapter starts may not be precise with ads.) Intro (00:00:00-00:03:26) Performances of ‘25: Supporting (00:03:27-00:31:15) Filmspotting Family (00:31:16-00:35:40) Performances of ‘25: Lead (00:35:41-01:09:03) Wake Up Dead Man (01:09:04-01:17:51) Hamnet (01:17:52-01:29:11) Brickspotting (Boys Go to Jupiter, If I Had Legs…) (01:29:12-01:35:41) Notes / Massacre Theatre (01:35:42-01:46:19) Polls (01:46:20-01:54:07) Credits / New Releases (01:54:08-01:57:17) Links: -Chicago Film Critics Association https://chicagofilmcritics.org/ -Poll: Film of the Year https://poll.fm/16367252 -“Black Actresses Are Carrying One Battle After Another” | Vulture https://www.vulture.com/article/black-actresses-are-carrying-one-battle-after-another.html -”Wagner Moura's moment is now.” | L.A. Times https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2025-12-03/wagner-moura-brazil-secret-agent-kleber-mendonca-filho Feedback: -Email us at ⁠⁠⁠feedback@filmspotting.net⁠⁠⁠. -⁠⁠⁠Ask Us Anything⁠⁠⁠ and we might answer your question in bonus content. Support: -Join the Filmspotting Family for bonus episodes and archive access. ⁠⁠⁠http://filmspottingfamily.com⁠⁠⁠ -T-shirts and more available at the Filmspotting Shop. ⁠⁠https://www.filmspotting.net/shop⁠⁠ Follow: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://letterboxd.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/filmspotting⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://letterboxd.com/larsenonfilm⁠⁠  https://www.instagram.com/larsenonfilm  ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/larsenonfilm.bsky.social⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special bonus episode, Brian is joined by filmmaker Rian Johnson to talk about several films that were influences on his new Benoit Blanc KNIVES OUT Mystery - WAKE UP DEAD MAN. Check out WAKE UP DEAD MAN on Netflix now and in Theaters now as well. For Theaters showing the film near you, check out this link: https://wakeupdeadmanfilm.com/ Consider supporting Pure Cinema (and getting monthly bonus content) via our Patreon (5$/ month gets you everyhting): https://www.patreon.com/purecinemapod Brian's Directed By shirts can be found here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/filmmakershirts The show is now on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/purecinemapod.bsky.social As are Brian: https://bsky.app/profile/bobfreelander.bsky.social Elric: https://bsky.app/profile/elrickane.bsky.social and the New Beverly: https://bsky.app/profile/newbeverly.bsky.social

The Trump administration is allowing Nvidia to sell its advanced computer chips in China, a reversal of U.S. policy. The move is prompting concern that China could use the chips to close the gap or even win in the AI race. Also: today's stories, including why Venezuelan citizens are focused on daily survival after the U.S. seizure of an oil tanker off Venezuela's coast, why France is considering adopting a five-day school week, and a Q&A with “Knives Out” series writer and director Rian Johnson. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.

After director Rian Johnson finished making “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” he didn't really know how to follow it up. So he decided to bang out a really quick murder mystery script. The result was his 2019 film “Knives Out,” which led to the 2022 sequel “Glass Onion,” which has now led to the third and final film of the trilogy, “Wake Up Dead Man.” Rian sits down with Tom Power to discuss his latest “Knives Out” movie, the genius and influence of mystery writer Agatha Christie, and how he thinks his religious upbringing has helped the success of his films.

Paul and Amy step into the shadowy hallways of Brick, exploring how Rian Johnson fused hard-boiled noir with high school drama to create one of the most striking debuts of the 2000s. They also delve into Johnson's meticulous planning, the film's tight-budget and ingenuity, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt's transformative performance. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul's Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/ https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/ Paul's book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack https://substack.com/@paulscheer Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: https://www.unspooledart.com/ Learn more about the show at Unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don't forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know the formula: it begins with a dead body, and quickly introduces a motley crew of outlandish characters, each with a motive for murder. The whodunnit genre has been a cultural fixture since the days of Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie—the latter of whom has been outsold only by the Bible and Shakespeare. Recently, though, the murder mystery has achieved a new level of saturation, with streaming services offering up a seemingly endless supply of glossy thrillers. On this episode of Critics at Large, Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz discuss how these new entries are updating the classic form. “Wake Up Dead Man,” the latest of Rian Johnson's “Knives Out” movies, slyly incorporates social commentary, while shows like “Search Party” and “Only Murders in the Building” poke fun at the figure of the citizen sleuth. In our era of conspiracy theories and vigilante actors, there's also a dark side to the archetype. “This desire to be the hero and to follow the logical trails and take things into your own hands—it's very appealing, if you do it right,” Schwartz says. “It's great if you catch the right guy. If you don't, and you catch the wrong one, the entire foundation of society crumbles.”Read, watch, and listen with the critics:“Knives Out” (2019)“Glass Onion” (2022)“Wake Up Dead Man” (2025)“Big Little Lies” (2017-)“The White Lotus” (2021-)“And Then There Were None,” by Agatha Christie “Rian Johnson Is an Agatha Christie for the Netflix Age,” by Anna Russell (The New Yorker)“The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side: A Miss Marple Mystery,” by Agatha Christie“Only Murders in the Building” (2021-)“Nicole Kidman Gives Us What We Want in the Silly, Soapy ‘Perfect Couple,' ” by Vinson Cunningham (The New Yorker)“The Residence” (2025)“The Adventure of the Speckled Band,” by Arthur Conan Doyle“Search Party” (2016-22)“The Hound of the Baskervilles,” by Arthur Conan DoyleThe “Encyclopedia Brown” books“Clue” (1985)New episodes drop every Thursday. Follow Critics at Large wherever you get your podcasts.Critics at Large is a weekly discussion from The New Yorker which explores the latest trends in books, television, film, and more. Join us every Thursday as we make unexpected connections between classic texts and pop culture.  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

My guest today is director Rian Johnson, which is exciting for me, because I've been a huge fan of his ever since seeing his first feature film, ‘Brick,'  in 2006. Since then, he's made six more feature films, including ‘Looper‘ in 2012; ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi‘ in 2017; the murder mystery ‘Knives Out‘ in 2019; and his most recent movie, another in the 'Knives Out' series, ‘Wake Up Dead Man,‘ which is already out in theaters, and comes to Netflix on December 12. I talked to Rian about a piece of music that had a profound impact on him, which was the overture to ‘Das Rheingold‘ by Richard Wagner. For more info, visit songexploder.net/rian-johnson.

For this week's archive drop, we're sharing Adam and Josh's 2019 review of Rian Johnson's KNIVES OUT. The third film in the series, WAKE UP DEAD MAN, is currently in theaters and comes to Netflix on Dec. 12. For full access to the archive going back to 2005, plus monthly bonus shows, a weekly newsletter, access to the Filmspotting Discord, and more, join the Filmspotting Family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The third film in the Knives Out series is called "Wake Up Dead Man," in which Daniel Craig returns to the role of detective Benoit Blanc, trying to solve a Good Friday murder at a Catholic parish in upstate New York. The series' writer and director Rian Johnson talks about the latest installment of his series, which is available to stream on Netflix now.  

With a new Benoit Blanc out for you to devour, we decided it was a great time to talk about the great Rian Johnson. In 2012, Johnson delivered his genre hybrid Looper, set in a dystopic future where, through the magic of time travel, a hitman (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) faces off against his older self (Bruce Willis) … Continue reading "370 – Looper"

Tyler and Konnery pull out their magnifying glasses and put on their Southern drawls as they kick off the donut inside of a donut that is the Rian Johnson whodunnit trilogy with, "Knives Out"! Together they discuss the murder mystery subgenre, Rian Johnson's surprisingly polarizing filmmaking career and his incredible ability to explode and elevate a concept at the same time, decide which Thrombey family member is the absolute worst, Ana de Armas and Daniel Craig's stellar performances and so much more on this class warfare by way of whodunnit episode of The Friendchise Podcast!   TikTok Threads Instagram Twitter Bluesky     Have a message for The Friendchise? Send an under-3 minute voice memo to: thefriendchisepodcast@gmail.com What's New: Kon: "Dungeon Crawler Carl: The Eye of the Bedlam Bride" and "Dungeon Crawler Carl: This Inevitable Ruin" by Matt Dinniman (Audible), Kingdom Come: Deliverance II (PS5) Tyler: The Running Man (In Theaters), Sisu: Road to Revenge (In Theaters)

Send us a textIn this episode of Entertain This!, actress Kerry Frances discusses her role as medical examiner “Tammy” in Netflix's Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (theaters November 26, 2025; streaming December 12, 2025), aiding Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) amid stars like Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, and Mila Kunis. She returns to Rian Johnson's franchise after her debut as “Sally” in the 2019 Oscar-nominated Knives Out.A versatile talent—actress, singer-songwriter, director, and producer—Frances shines in Peacock's Poker Face with Natasha Lyonne; her single “You & Me & Everything” (November 2025) features in US & Ourselves, where she stars. Her directorial debut, Mama Mama, won Best Actor at the Bernardsville Film Festival after premiering at HollyShorts 2025.Theatrically, she toured Fiddler on the Roof opposite originated the lead in off-Broadway's Delirium's Daughters. Her music includes the holiday single “For Christmas” and tracks on Underdogs. Tune in for insights on her creative journey and advocacy.Support the show

Midway Avenue Productions Presents, The Genre of Your Life Podcast!Episode #93 | In Episode 93 of The Genre of Your Life Podcast, Nick, Doug, and Moses break down some of the biggest movie news of 2025. The trio reacts to Rolling Stone's Top 20 Movies of 2025 list, the online backlash over “SINNERS” being excluded, and what this means for the year's recap of the best films.Moses delivers a non-spoiler review of “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” sharing early thoughts on Rian Johnson's newest entry in the hit murder-mystery franchise. Nick and Doug follow with a non-spoiler review of “Five Nights at Freddy's 2,” giving listeners their first reactions to the highly awaited horror sequel.The episode wraps with the team's reaction to major industry news: Netflix wins the bidding war for Warner Bros. They explore what this massive deal could mean for streaming, movie studios, and the future of Hollywood.If you love movie reviews, 2025 film previews, entertainment news, and industry breakdowns, this is an episode you can't miss.Hosted by:Doug Jones | Producer & EditorNicholas "Nick" Johnson | Executive ProducerMoses Lawi | Executive ProducerMusic by RODRIGO RK from PixabayLinks to our Social Media & WebsiteFollow us on Social Media!YouTube: MidwayAvenueProductionsInstagram: @midwayavenueproductionsTikTok: @midwayavenueproductions

¡BENOIT BLANC IS BACK! Hablemos del más reciente misterio del cineasta Rian Johnson. 00:00 - Intro01:04 - KPOP Demon Macy's Day Parade08:04 - Heated Rivalry21:32 - Umasumune26:56 - Trailer Talk34:25 - Voy pa' Río Piedras39:18 - Wake Up Dead Man01:36:18 - Bye!

CATCHING UP BEFORE WAKE UP DEAD MAN!! Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Download PrizePicks today at https://www.prizepicks.onelink.me/LME... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! KNIVES OUT (2019) Movie Reaction:    • KNIVES OUT (2019) IS A NEAR-PERFECT MYSTER...   GLASS ONION: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) Greg & John's Reaction:    • GLASS ONION: KNIVES OUT 2 MOVIE REACTION!!...   Gift Someone (Or Yourself) A Stranger Things RR Tee! https://shorturl.at/hekk2 Vecna: The Mind Slayer tee by @G9DESIGN & Dr. Stranger Things tee by @SASAMIIKU — perfect for hardcore fans & collectors alike With Rian Johnson's THIRD Knives Out Mystery coming to select theatres & Netflix for the holiday season, Tara & Andrew RETURN to give their Glass Onion Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Join Tara Erickson (The Rage Pod) & Andrew Gordon (Cinepals) as they unravel the layers of Rian Johnson's (Looper, The Last Jedi) sharp satire-meets-whodunit sequel starring Daniel Craig (James Bond, Logan Lucky) as iconic Southern detective Benoit Blanc, invited to a luxurious private island owned by egotistical tech billionaire Miles Bron — played by Edward Norton (Fight Club, American History X). What begins as a pretentious weekend “murder mystery game” turns into a very real murder… and every guest has something to hide. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's show, Julia and Steve are joined by guest host Jamelle Bouie to crack mysteries corporeal and divine in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The latest entrant in Rian Johnson's whodunnit franchise sees Daniel Craig return as detective Benoit Blanc to team up with an earnest—and earnestly handsome—priest played by Josh O'Connor. Next, they take on the hefty new Ken Burns documentary series The American Revolution, a sprawling, complicated, fife music-scored examination of this nation's founding.  Finally, are we experiencing a Great Stupidening? In a conversation about New York Magazine's “Stupid Issue” and The Atlantic piece ‘A Recipe for Idiocracy,' our smarty pants contemplate American idiocy.  In an exclusive Slate Plus bonus episode, the gang (with Dana!) recap Pluribus episode 6 “HDP.” Don't forget: we want your cultural queries! We're gathering your most pressing questions for our annual call-in show. If you've got a burning one, email us at culturefest@slate.com or give us a call and leave a message at: 347-201-2397. Endorsements: Jamelle: The sequels of the early '90s martial arts B-movie Best of the Best, specifically Best of the Best II and Best of the Best 3: No Turning Back. Steve: The Wong Kar Wai film In The Mood for Love.  Julia:  Joyride the new memoir by Susan Orlean. ----- Email us your thoughts at culturefest@slate.com.  Podcast production by Benjamin Frisch. Production assistance by Daniel Hirsch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's show, Julia and Steve are joined by guest host Jamelle Bouie to crack mysteries corporeal and divine in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The latest entrant in Rian Johnson's whodunnit franchise sees Daniel Craig return as detective Benoit Blanc to team up with an earnest—and earnestly handsome—priest played by Josh O'Connor. Next, they take on the hefty new Ken Burns documentary series The American Revolution, a sprawling, complicated, fife music-scored examination of this nation's founding.  Finally, are we experiencing a Great Stupidening? In a conversation about New York Magazine's “Stupid Issue” and The Atlantic piece ‘A Recipe for Idiocracy,' our smarty pants contemplate American idiocy.  In an exclusive Slate Plus bonus episode, the gang (with Dana!) recap Pluribus episode 6 “HDP.” Don't forget: we want your cultural queries! We're gathering your most pressing questions for our annual call-in show. If you've got a burning one, email us at culturefest@slate.com or give us a call and leave a message at: 347-201-2397. Endorsements: Jamelle: The sequels of the early '90s martial arts B-movie Best of the Best, specifically Best of the Best II and Best of the Best 3: No Turning Back. Steve: The Wong Kar Wai film In The Mood for Love.  Julia:  Joyride the new memoir by Susan Orlean. ----- Email us your thoughts at culturefest@slate.com.  Podcast production by Benjamin Frisch. Production assistance by Daniel Hirsch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Rian Johnson's latest murder-mystery film WAKE UP DEAD MAN!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

THE LAST JEDI divided the fanbase entirely, and that's exactly what Rian Johnson wanted to do. He succeeded and we all lost. Even those who enjoyed TLJ, we'll never see Luke Skywalker, Han and Leia together. No one here really wins. Now it's official that Rian Johnson's Star Wars trilogy is done. I wish him the best, and I know he's doing well, but as for Star Wars, I hope he stays far, far away from it. Our Black Friday sale is insane right now - check it out - THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-ani3 Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-lukev1 HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products-3?category=Accessories&subcategory=Merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join TJ Zwarych, Rachel Leishman, and Leah Marilla Thomas to break down Rian Johnson's third movie in the Knives Out series, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. We discuss the amazing performance from Josh O'Connor, and debate whether or not this is the best Knives Out movie yet.(00:00) Intro(03:00) Whatcha Watchin? - Avatar Fire & Ash, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Pluribus, Stranger Things(16:00) Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Spoiler-Free Reactions(18:00) Is Wake Up Dead Man the Best Knives Out Movie?(20:00) Is Josh O'Connor's Wake Up Dead Man Performance Oscar-Worthy?(24:00) Best Performances in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery(26:00) Did Wake Up Dead Man Need More Cailee Spaeny?(28:00) Is Wake Up Dead Man the Best Knives Out Mystery Yet?(35:00) Favorite Wake Up Dead Man MomentsCheck out https://www.agentsoffandom.com for the latest TV and Movie reviews!

Show Notes: 00:00:00 – Film Roulette: Jay Kelly, Wicked: For Good, Bugonia, One Battle After Another, The Perfect Neighbor, After the Hunt, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, Eternity, Hamnet, Zootopia 2, Rental Family, Rebuilding, Peter Hujar's Day, Die My Love, Predator: Badlands, Avatar: Fire and Ash, The Baltimorons, The Testament of Ann Lee 00:23:25 – Review: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery 00:44:25 – Review: Train Dreams 01:04:40 – Review: Sentimental Value This week, Jon and Will review Wake Up Dead Man, the newest "Knives Out" mystery from Rian Johnson. They also take a look at Train Dreams, directed by Cliff Bentley and starring Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones. And then they finish out the show with a review of Sentimental Value, the latest from Joachim Trier and starring Renate Reinsve and Stellan Skarsgård. And that's not all. Because it's been quite some time since the Cinemaholics had a chance to talk film (sorry for the hiatus!) Jon introduced a brand new game called Film Roulette. Essentially we do a rapid-fire set of reactions to a whole bunch of movies that have either come out recently or are in the awards conversation more broadly. Links: Email your feedback for the show to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com Join our Discord and chat with us! We have a Cinemaholics channel here. Check out our Cinemaholics Merch! Connect with Cinemaholics on Facebook and Instagram. Support our show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cinemaholicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Héctor ha ido al cine a ver #PuñalesPorLaEspalda #DeEntreLosMuertos, tercera entrega de la saga detectivesca escrita y dirigida por Rian Johnson y protagonizada por un gran plantel de intérpretes encabezados por Daniel Craig. ¡Escuchad y opinad, Amig@s! También nos podéis encontrar aquí: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/52i1iqZ56ACal18GPkCxiW Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/los-tres-amigos/id1198252523 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3zK2XsnpHDGRujSTWHpL8Q Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e0b56d4f-4537-47e0-a252-9dfe56b5a490/los-tres-amigos Grupo de Telegram: https://t.me/LosTresAmigos https://www.facebook.com/LosTresAmigosPodcast/ Instagram: lostresamigospodcast Bluesky: @los3amigospodcast.bsky.social X / Twitter: @tresamigospod Threads: lostresamigospodcast Letterbox: https://letterboxd.com/LosTresAmigos/ #WakeUpDeadMan #AKnivesOutMistery #Netflix #TriPictures

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Denzember 2 kicks off with a conversation about Spike Lee and Denzel Washington's first collaboration, 1990's Mo' Better Blues, a film about jazz, art-making, and the pursuit of greatness at the expense of personal relationships. The terrific Minnie Zondi is our guest! We discuss the film's tepid reception upon release, and how a (predominantly white) critical audience failed to understand the political dimensions of a film about Black music and its commercial and social appropriation. Then, we reflect on Spike Lee's career and his brilliant cohort of collaborators, including composer Terence Blanchard (making his first appearance on a Spike Lee soundtrack), cinematographer Ernest R. Dickerson, and the electric stylings of costume designer Ruth E. Carter. Finally, we reflect on the movie's complicated ending, and what we're to make of its reflections on artistry, family, and whether exceptional talents can hold the two in balance. Follow Minnie Zondi on Twitter. Follow Minnie on Substack. Read Minnie's Twitter thread on Ruth E. Carter's costume work for Ryan Coogler's Sinners.Get access to the whole Denzember experience, all of our premium episodes and bonus content, and an invite to the Hit Factory Discord by becoming a Hit Factory Patron for just $5/month.....Our Denzember Theme Song is "Funk" by Oppo

Hannah Blechman, Ben Silverio, and Ansel Burch are pop culture observers/content creators/excellent friends who are a great time, but probably not as deep as your college friend made us out to be. After a long hiatus, we have returned, and we're bringing one of the movies we have gotten many requests for. It's even a little bit topical thanks to Rian Johnson's upcoming new release. So, let's all step into the too-small time travel cubby and remember the state of time travel in 2012 with Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Bruce Willis. Find us online! Hannah is the co-host of the Authorized Novelizations podcast, and you can find her on Letterboxed as hsblechman. Ben is @bsilverio20 on Instagram, and letterboxed among others.Ansel Burch is @TheIndecisionist on IG, Facebook, Yowsa, Blusky, Reddit, and Threads. Check out Ansel's new TTRPG, Deck! https://the-indecisionist.itch.io/DeckCome back next week for our full review of the movie and make sure you're subscribed because it's always #Time2Party

Film reviews, festival conversations and special interviews with Yi Wang (Queer East) and Richard Mowe (French Film Festival UK).Episode OverviewIn this November edition of the Cinetopia Radio Show and Podcast, Amanda is joined by contributors Emma and Mariana for a packed episode of reviews and festival conversations.We begin with Jay Kelly, Noah Baumbach and Emily Mortimer's new Hollywood character story starring George Clooney, before diving into Edgar Wright's adrenaline-fuelled The Running Man, Yorgos Lanthimos's wonderfully deranged Bugonia, and Rian Johnson's latest Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man.We also feature two interviews:• Yi Wang, Director of the Queer East Film Festival, speaking about this year's programme.• Richard Mowe, Director of the French Film Festival UK, discussing the festival's history and its 2025 highlights.Plus, a reminder to explore Cinetopia Recommends — our weekly guide to film events and opportunities across Scotland — and Cinetopia Connect, our free digital platform for screenings, jobs and community listings.[00:00] IntroductionAmanda welcomes listeners, introduces contributors Emma and Mariana, and sets up the films and interviews featured in this month's episode.[03:40] Jay Kelly — dir. Noah Baumbach (co-written by Emily Mortimer)A Hollywood character story starring George Clooney as a man confronting the public version of himself — glossy, charming and tinged with self-reflection.[19:24] The Running Man — dir. Edgar WrightA high-energy, near-future chase thriller faithful to Stephen King's novel, full of commentary on surveillance, spectacle and the machinery of entertainment.[31:20] Bugonia — dir. Yorgos LanthimosA ferocious conspiracy satire starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. Wild, uncomfortable, brutally funny — Lanthimos back in sharp form.[42:43] Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery — dir. Rian Johnson Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc, but Josh O'Connor absolutely steals the show in the third instalment of Rian Johnson's cult mystery franchise. [56:09] Interview: Yi Wang — Director, Queer East Film FestivalVeronica Buccino speaks with Yi Wang about this year's Queer East On The Road programme.[01:23:45] Interview: Richard Mowe — Director, French Film Festival UK - Richard Mowe reflects on the festival's history and its 2025 highlights.

Kelsi and Trey break down why Hamnet might genuinely be the best film of 2025 from Chloé Zhao with career-defining performances by Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Then we dig into Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, exploring how Rian Johnson and Daniel Craig reinvent the whodunnit once again with sharp satire. If you enjoy the episode, consider signing up for our Patreon below. Free members already get exclusive access to dozens of bonus episodes, and full members unlock our entire archive of 80+ deep dives, commentaries, and monthly recaps.Hamnet (start of pod)Wake Up Dead Man (01:13:45)⁠The Extra Credits YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd: ⁠The Extra Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: The Extra Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠@theextracredits⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠@theextracredits⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com

This bonus Out Now with Aaron & Abe features a trio of reviews for prestige films. Aaron and Abe spend this whole episode focused only on these Fall 2025 releases from Joachim Trier, Clint Bentley, and Rian Johnson. This batch will hopefully be the first of a few like this. Tune in to hear reviews for Sentimental Value (3:30), Train Dreams (31:43), and Wake Up Dead Man (A Knives Out/Benoit Blanc Mystery) (55:10). 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: @Outnow_Podcast, @AaronsPS4, @WalrusMoose Check out all of our sites, podcasts, and blogs:  TheCodeIsZeek.substack.com, Why So Blu?, We Live Entertainment Check out Aaron's reviews for Train Dreams and Wake Up Dead Man Next Week's Show: Zootopia 2

GETTING READY FOR WAKE UP DEAD MAN!! Knives Out Fill Movie Reaction Watch Along: ⁠  / thereelrejects  ⁠ Gift Someone (Or Yourself) A Stranger Things Reject Nation Tee! ⁠https://shorturl.at/hekk2⁠ Knives Out Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis & Spoiler Review! Andrew Gordon (CinePals) & Tara Erickson dive into Rian Johnson's Knives Out (2019), revisiting Benoit Blanc's iconic introduction before Knives Out 3: Wake Up Dead Man releases. We break down the Thrombey family, the twists, the donut-hole monologue, and Marta's (Ana de Armas — Blonde, No Time To Die, The Gray Man) unforgettable journey. This mystery classic stars Daniel Craig (James Bond, Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Logan Lucky) as Benoit Blanc, Chris Evans (Captain America, Snowpiercer, Scott Pilgrim), Jamie Lee Curtis (Halloween, Everything Everywhere All At Once), Michael Shannon (Man of Steel, Bullet Train), Toni Collette (Hereditary, The Sixth Sense), Don Johnson (Miami Vice, Watchmen), Katherine Langford (13 Reasons Why, Cursed), Lakeith Stanfield (Atlanta, Get Out, Sorry to Bother You), and Christopher Plummer (Beginners, The Sound of Music). We revisit the best scenes: the will-reading chaos, Ransom's “eat shit” moment, Blanc piecing together the timeline, Harlan's death twist, and the legendary final shot with Marta holding the mug. With Knives Out 3: Wake Up Dead Man bringing back Daniel Craig plus new cast members like Josh O'Connor (Challengers), Cailee Spaeny (Priscilla, Civil War), Andrew Scott (Sherlock, Ripley), Glenn Close (Fatal Attraction), and Kerry Washington (Scandal), this is the perfect time to reanalyze the murder-mystery masterpiece. Full reaction, breakdown, theories, explained — let's solve this case together! ANDREW GORDON Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en⁠ Twitter:  ⁠https://twitter.com/Agor711⁠ Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson⁠ Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/⁠ Twitter: ⁠ https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson⁠ Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠  Tik-Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/reelrejects⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit⁠ https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo⁠ and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en⁠ Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO:⁠ https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thegregalba⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Benoit Blanc is on the case again as he's called to solve a murder at a church in a seemingly-quaint New England hamlet. Josh O'Connor is the local priest, and there are a host of suspects to choose from. Aaron joins us to discuss Wake Up Dead Man. 

On Truth & Movies this week, we discuss Rian Johnson's Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. We also review Pillion, the feature debut of Harry Lighton — and Rõgan Graham speaks to Harry about his debut. Finally, for Film Club, we revisit Kenneth Anger's seminal underground work Scorpio Rising. Joining host Leila Latif are Rõgan Graham and Caspar Salmon.Truth & Movies is the podcast from the film experts at Little White Lies, where along with selected colleagues and friends, they discuss the latest movie releases. Truth & Movies has all your film needs covered, reviewing the latest releases big and small, talking to some of the most exciting filmmakers, keeping you across important industry news, and reassessing great films from days gone by with the Truth & Movies Film Club.Email: truthandmovies@tcolondon.comBlueSky and Instagram: @LWLiesProduced by TCO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GETTING READY FOR WAKE UP DEAD MAN!! Knives Out Fill Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Gift Someone (Or Yourself) A Stranger Things Reject Nation Tee! https://shorturl.at/hekk2 Knives Out Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis & Spoiler Review! Andrew Gordon (CinePals) & Tara Erickson dive into Rian Johnson's Knives Out (2019), revisiting Benoit Blanc's iconic introduction before Knives Out 3: Wake Up Dead Man releases. We break down the Thrombey family, the twists, the donut-hole monologue, and Marta's (Ana de Armas — Blonde, No Time To Die, The Gray Man) unforgettable journey. This mystery classic stars Daniel Craig (James Bond, Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Logan Lucky) as Benoit Blanc, Chris Evans (Captain America, Snowpiercer, Scott Pilgrim), Jamie Lee Curtis (Halloween, Everything Everywhere All At Once), Michael Shannon (Man of Steel, Bullet Train), Toni Collette (Hereditary, The Sixth Sense), Don Johnson (Miami Vice, Watchmen), Katherine Langford (13 Reasons Why, Cursed), Lakeith Stanfield (Atlanta, Get Out, Sorry to Bother You), and Christopher Plummer (Beginners, The Sound of Music). We revisit the best scenes: the will-reading chaos, Ransom's “eat shit” moment, Blanc piecing together the timeline, Harlan's death twist, and the legendary final shot with Marta holding the mug. With Knives Out 3: Wake Up Dead Man bringing back Daniel Craig plus new cast members like Josh O'Connor (Challengers), Cailee Spaeny (Priscilla, Civil War), Andrew Scott (Sherlock, Ripley), Glenn Close (Fatal Attraction), and Kerry Washington (Scandal), this is the perfect time to reanalyze the murder-mystery masterpiece. Full reaction, breakdown, theories, explained — let's solve this case together! ANDREW GORDON Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thanksgiving week and there are movies to see. Some great ones too and seven of them are covered this week by Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy. Shih-Ching Tsou, a producer of Sean Baker's films, returns behind the camera with a unique family drama on Netflix (Left-Handed Girl) where you can also see a fascinating journalistic mystery about the Vietnam War (The Stringer: The Man Who Took The Photo). Brendan Fraser takes on a unique acting challenge in Japan (Rental Family) while Miles Teller & Elizabeth Olsen die and must figure out if they want to spend the afterlife with each other (Eternity). Chloe Zhao delivers the emotional wringer of the year (Hamnet) while Rian Johnson gives us the third chapter of his fantastic Knives Out series (Wake Up Dead Man). Finally it's been nine years by Disney takes us back to the animal world for another timely mystery (Zootopia 2).3:46 - Left-Handed Girl10:32 - Rental Family22:23 - The Stringer: The Man Who Took The Photo31:42 - Eternity45:43 - Hamnet58:50 - Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery1:13:02 - Zootopia 2CLICK ON THE FILMS TO RENT OR PURCHASE AND HELP OUT THE MOVIE MADNESS PODCASTSIGN UP FOR AUDIBLEBe sure to check outErik's Weekly Box Office Column – At Rotten TomatoesCritics' Classics Series – At Elk Grove Cinema in Elk Grove Village, ILChicago Screening Schedule - All the films coming to theaters and streamingPhysical Media Schedule - Click & Buy upcoming titles for your library.(Direct purchases help the Movie Madness podcast with a few pennies.)Erik's Linktree - Where you can follow Erik and his work anywhere and everywhere.The Movie Madness Podcast has been recognized by Million Podcasts as one of the Top 100 Best Movie Review Podcasts as well as in the Top 60 Film Festival Podcasts and Top 100 Cinephile Podcasts. MillionPodcasts is an intelligently curated, all-in-one podcast database for discovering and contacting podcast hosts and producers in your niche perfect for PR pitches and collaborations. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erikthemovieman.substack.com

WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY MOVIE REVIEW The greatest detective of the 21st century is back with a new mystery, once again written and directed by Rian Johnson and starring Daniel Craig as the quirky Benoit Blanc. This time, he is looking into a ‘locked room' murder; an arrogant and narcissistic priest […]

Big Star Wars news on the Mandalorian front! We have some exciting details on the future on the Mandalorian Seasons, seems like season 4 is written and ready! The Mando and Grogu movie is not just a side quest, it will be a vital part of the continued saga! Rian Johnson officially is not working on any Star Wars projects, but! His writing tablet and pen are ready whenever Disney is... Plus so much more Star Wars news, rumors and theories from all across the galaxy! 03:51 Skip to the show! Episode 335 Sarlacc Digest Podcast Discord: https://discord.gg/FQWEEra77C If you are interested in being a Patreon we will be indebted to you... https://www.patreon.com/sarlaccdigestpodcast Grab Merchandise Here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/sarlacc-digest-store For all your action figure stand needs and more: http://www.toschestationemporium.com use promo code for 10% off!: sarlaccdigestpodcast Formerly Tosche Station Emporium Youtube: Moocher's 3D Printing Lab: https://www.youtube.com/@Moochers3dprintinglab Check out Tommy at: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzTransmissions Black Series Most wanted: https://www.instagram.com/blackseriesmostwanted/ Check out Alex at: https://www.youtube.com/@ShadoweKnowsNetwork Cube Squadron: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPquG4GDQTK/ Intro Music By: Michael Patsos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patsosm Contact us at: sarlaccdigestpodcast@gmail.com #starwarsfans #starwarsnews #starwarspodcast #sarlaccdigestpodcast

WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY MOVIE REVIEW The greatest detective of the 21st century is back with a new mystery, once again written and directed by Rian Johnson and starring Daniel Craig as the quirky Benoit Blanc. This time, he is looking into a ‘locked room' murder; an arrogant and narcissistic priest […]

We're discussing Star Wars Rebels senior writer Henry Gilroy's comments on Sabine Wren's Force-sensitivity in Ahsoka and whether he has a point. We're also discussing the "what if" of a Rian Johnson-led Episode IX, Jon Favreau's recent comments on The Mandalorian & Grogu, and MORE! We also hear YOUR thoughts and answer some wonderful Patreon questions.Support the show via Patreon at patreon.com/starwarssessions from as little as £2/$2/€2 a month and get loads of BONUS EPISODES! Find Star Wars Sessions on Instagram, X, Threads, Bluesky, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Contact us at hellothere@starwarssessions.co.ukIntro background music by Kfir Ochaion - remixed by Star Wars Sessions.For everything Sessions, head to starwarssessions.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out our review of ‘Sisu: Road to Revenge'. We'll also review the fourth episode of Vince Gilligan's ‘Pluribus' on Apple TV. Beforehand, we'll discuss the week's top entertainment news, including trailers for ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' and the live-action ‘Moana'; Joseph Konsinski talks about making a sequel to ‘F1'; Rian Johnson's ‘Poker Face' series may get a new home and a new star; and more! Enjoy!TIMECODES… Intro (0:00)The Toms: Entertainment News (2:12)*SPOILERS* ‘Pluribus' Episode 4 (30:35)‘Sisu: Road to Revenge' Review (46:23)*SPOILERS* for ‘Sisu: Road to Revenge' (59:08)What Are Ya Doin'? (1:17:28)SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS...Email: tomppodcast@gmail.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU2jjOm3gwTu2TVDzH_CJlwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/That-One-Movie-Podcast-535231563653560/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOMPPodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/tomppodcastINTRO MUSIC... "Constellation" by Brian Hanegan

Caleb Masters shares his quick reaction to WAKE UP DEAD MAN, the highly anticipated third Knives Out film from writer/director Rian Johnson, ahead of its limited one week only theatrical release. The post Bonus Mini-Review: Wake Up Dead Man – The Cinematic Schematic appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

This is our spoiler-free review for Wake Up Dead Man, the latest entry in Rian Johnson's Knives Out series. We break down the film's striking gothic look and feel — from Steve Yedlin's atmospheric cinematography to the way light shapes the story — and talk through the performances, including Daniel Craig's ever-magnetic return as Benoit Blanc.We also get into how the film's familiar narrative structure affects the mystery this time around, why the ensemble's character dynamics feel looser, and how the story doesn't quite hit the same heights as the original. Finally, we share our overall thoughts and ratings, celebrating what the movie gets right while digging into where it falls short and what this franchise needs to evolve moving forward.Catch Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery in select theatres starting November 26, and stream it globally on Netflix December 12. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

If you cook the bird, we'll bring the sides for you on this Thanksgiving Week episode of Breakfast All Day. Here are the big movies coming out that we reviewed: WAKE UP DEAD MAN. The third movie in Rian Johnson's "Knives Out" series has more on its mind than its predecessors. But the latest murder mystery is just as fun in its twists and turns, and it features yet another delightful performance from Daniel Craig as Detective Benoit Blanc. This is a non-spoiler review, because as always, the less you know the better. In select theaters Nov. 26 before streaming on Netflix Dec. 12. HAMNET. A major awards contender with a ton of hype, but our review isn't quite so fawning. Director and co-writer Chloé Zhao's film is inspired by the true story of William Shakespeare and his wife as they deal with the devastation of losing their son, Hamnet, at age 11. Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley co-star. In select theaters Nov. 26 before expanding Dec. 5. REBUILDING. It's Josh O'Connor Week (he's also in "Wake Up Dead Man"), which is just fine with us. Here he stars as a cowboy struggling to put his life back together after a wildfire ravages his Colorado ranch. This is a quietly moving indie gem that we both loved. Lily LaTorre is excellent as his young daughter. Find out here if it's playing hear you: https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/rebuilding Thanks for spending some of your time with us during this busy holiday week. We're so grateful for you! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/  

Send us a textIt's Thanksgiving week, and Episode 212 of The Eskimo Brothers Podcast kicks off with the most important debate of the season: the best (and worst) Thanksgiving foods on the table.  We then jump into big entertainment news, including House of the Dragon officially getting a season 3 release date, the American version of Squid Game starting production in 2026, and ESPN announcing a new 30 for 30 on Stuart Scott.Movie fans get a huge surprise with The Mummy 4 confirmed and Brendan Fraser returning, while Rian Johnson's Star Wars trilogy has been officially shelved.  In sports, the Texas Rangers are shaking things up with roster moves, and we break down everything from NFL Week 12.We wrap things up with some future talk as Elon Musk predicts working may be optional within 10–20 years, and a hilarious/strange story about a woman who rents out half her bed each night — yes, “hot bedding” is actually a thing.Another packed episode full of laughs, chaos, and takes you didn't ask for but absolutely needed.  Cheers!https://linktr.ee/eskimobrotherspodcastwww.YouTube.com/@eskimobrotherspodcast

On this action-packed episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, we dive into two major topics: an exclusive event report and the current state of Disney Star Wars content.Our special guest, Tony, joins us to give a detailed, fan-focused review of his experience at Retro Toy Con in Greenville, SC. Hear his insider perspective on:The famous room sales and crowded vendor floor, and whether you should make plans to attend this toy collector's convention next year!Plus, in our deep-dive Star Wars discussion, we cover the biggest rumors and developments across the galaxy:Creative Content vs. Actual Content: We dissect Leslye Headland's statement suggesting that fan-generated creative content may soon eclipse Disney's official output.The Status of Star Wars Trilogies: What's the latest on Rian Johnson's rumored Star Wars trilogy? Is it happening or not?Andor's Massive Budget: We reveal and react to the staggering cost to produce just two seasons of the critically acclaimed Andor series.The Ultimate Disney Star Wars Ranking: We wrap up by attempting the impossible: ranking all of the Star Wars content produced under the Disney era.

It's a very welcome return to Soundtracking for Rian Johnson, who joins us to discuss the third of his Knives Out mysteries, Wake Up Dead Man. Starring Daniel Craig as master detective Benoit Blanc, the extraordinary ensemble cast includes Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Andrew Scott, Jeremy Renner and Thomas Haden Church. In this latest instalment, Benoit takes a case that brings him into the orbit of charismatic priest Monsignor Jefferson Wicks and his devout congregation. When a mysterious death occurs, our hero must navigate a web of secrets and simmering tensions within the community to expose the truth.

It's Thanksgiving week on Enjoy Stuff, and Jay and Shua are setting places at the table for the most eclectic, retro, and downright entertaining dinner guests imaginable. From icons to eccentrics, everyone's invited to the feast! Join the guys as they talk turkey, share gratitude, and celebrate a holiday where everyone is family, and everyone is ready to Get Stuffed.   News The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has dropped its first official trailer ahead of its April 3, 2026 release.    Paramount has confirmed a new Star Trek film is moving forward with directors Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley.   Poker Face will end on Peacock after two seasons, but Rian Johnson is shopping a new version starring Peter Dinklage to other networks.   The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens September 22, 2026 in Los Angeles, with 35 galleries and over 40,000 works celebrating the art of storytelling.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua has been diving into the new John Candy documentary, "I Like Me," which shines a warm, emotional light on the beloved comedian. Jay has been deep into Columbo, revisiting the rumpled detective's brilliant mysteries, partly to comfort himself after the sad cancellation of Poker Face. The classic charm and clever cases are the perfect antidote.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay spotlights Ex Machina, a sleek, cerebral, and unsettling exploration of artificial intelligence, identity, and manipulation. It remains a modern sci-fi classic with style, tension, and a chilling finale. Read his article on RetroZap.com.  And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Thanksgiving!  On this week's Thanksgiving episode, Jay and Shua set out to build the ultimate retro dinner table. They each select an assortment of legendary personalities, from artists and scientists to entertainers and peace advocates, crafting a holiday feast packed with humor, inspiration, brilliant conversation, and just a dash of chaos. Food contributions range from the traditional to the surreal, while the guests bring stories, laughter, life lessons, music, and occasionally questionable cleanup skills.   Along the way, the hosts explore which dishes their guests might bring, what conversational rabbit holes they'd tumble down, and who would roll up their sleeves when the plates are empty. It's a celebration of gratitude, creativity, togetherness, and the joy of imagining a Thanksgiving where every seat is filled with someone fascinating.   Who would you invite to Thanksgiving dinner? And who's going to clean up? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Pass the gravy" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com   

This week on PREVIOUSLY ON…, Rosie and Carmen break down the teaser trailer for the new Hunger Games spin-off Sunrise on the Reaping and Rian Johnson’s latest Knives Out mystery, Wake Up Dead Man! They then cover reports that Sadie Sink is set to appear in Avengers: Secret Wars, which has fueled even more speculation about her mysterious role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Next, they look at the $30.8M box office previews for Wicked: For Good. Finally, they talk about the newly announced Letterboxd video store, the unusual marketing campaign for Timothée Chalamet’s upcoming film Marty Supreme, and several other major industry headlines. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk Tobey Maguire returning as Spider-Man in Avengers: Doomsday, Paramount rebooting a new live action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Wicked for Good blowing up at the box office, the trailers for Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, Hoppers and Project Hail Mary and Rian Johnson's Star Wars trilogy is "effectively dead" according to THR. Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The John Rocha Channel below. #marvel #spiderman #tmnt #Paramountpictures #wicked #pixar #disney #starwars #startrek #johnrocha #michaelvogel #thegeekbuddies ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 1:25 Paramount Launches New TMNT Live Action Reboot 9:49 Daley and Goldstein Take Over New Star Trek Movie at Paramount 15:45 Hunger Games, Hoppers and Project Hail Mary Trailers Talk 29:28 Wicked 2 Blows Up at Box Office, Frozen 3 and 4 Lock Down Stars 40:32 Tobey Maguire Is Spider-Man in Avengers: Doomsday 50:49 Tombstone To Be a Major Villain in New Spider-Man Trilogy 53:00 Rian Johnson Star Wars Trilogy is "Effectively Dead" FOLLOW THE GEEK BUDDIES: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geek_Buddies Follow John Rocha: https://twitter.com/TheRochaSays​​​​​ Follow Michael Vogel: https://twitter.com/mktoon Follow Shannon McClung: https://twitter.com/Shannon_McClung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Grok going too far? Also, how will the new Hunger Games film play out? We talk about a California town banning pickleball for being too loud, a potential Knives Out and Muppets crossover getting shot down, and lots more!

In front of an audience at the Newport Beach Film Festival, the writer/director describes his experiences progressing from low-budget ('Brick') to mid-budget ('The Brothers Bloom' and 'Looper') to big-budget ('The Last Jedi') films, directing some of the most celebrated episodes of TV ever ('Breaking Bad') and the origins and appeal of his Benoit Blanc series of murder mysteries, the third and most recent of which will open in theaters on Nov. 26 and then begin streaming on Netflix on Dec. 12. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris and Andy talk about the news that Rian Johnson is shopping around ‘Poker Face' with Peter Dinklage replacing Natasha Lyonne in the wake of its Peacock cancellation (7:21). Then they react to the set photos from the upcoming ‘The Legend of Zelda' movie (18:43), before discussing the premiere of ‘Landman' Season 2 (25:31) and ‘Pluribus' Episode 3 (44:56). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Additional Video Supervision: Donald LoBianco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices