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Ryan and Ben take a look at the new available Starter Packs and subscription drops available on D&D Beyond. Then they discuss RPing a character that is counter to your real life persona. Community Pages: D&D Beyond Starter Pack information; D&D Beyond Starter Packs in the Marketplace; Drops Library; Drops FAQ; D&D Beyond Drops AMA; Neon Odyssey Kickstarter. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Do you find yourself scratching your head at some peoples critiques and reviews on certain anime? Do elitist, prestigious and outright bad takes make you laugh? Do you like games? If you answered yes to hopefully all of these, then we got the episode for you, the MyAnimeList review game! We take these reviews and make it a fun guessing game between the hosts, but you can play along with as well! Let us know you score in the comments, or our discord!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanimeLinks to Tyler's Podcast - https://linktr.ee/animedegensScoring:Correct show is 1 pointCorrect rating w/ a range is 1 pointGetting both correct is an additional 1 pointPossible Points: 3orCorrect show is 1 pointsCorrect rating w/o a range is 2 pointsGetting both correct is an additional 1 pointPossible Points: 40:00 - Intro1:49 - Round 134:17 - Round 2

Ryan and Ben praise the Dungeon Masters actual play, look into round 2 of the Villainous Subclasses, and then discuss how to join in for improv and story at the table. Community Pages: Dungeon Masters episodes 1 and 2; Dungeon Masters: Zombieclot Play-along pack; Designer Insights Villainous Options 2; Villainous Options 2 Unearthed Arcana; Ginny Di video: “This game fixes D&Ds ‘roll persuasion’ problem.” Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Subscribe to our newsletter so the algorithm can't stop you from finding us- https://the-cinema-psychos-show.kit.com/9e9a267e76 In 1996, Touchstone Pictures looked at Shaquille O'Neal, looked at their checkbook, and said: "Genie movie. Let's go." Nobody wrote a real script. Nobody asked questions. And somehow, nobody noticed the kid protagonist falls nine stories into an abandoned building in the first five minutes and should be dead for the entire rest of the film. This week on the Cinema Psychos Show, Brian and John are digging into Kazaam — one of the most competently filmed disasters in 90s kids movie history. We're talking a genie who forgets about wishes because he's chasing a rap career, a villain whose criminal empire is 100% bootleg CDs, and a third act where Shaq transforms into the Teletubbies golden sun and dunks the bad guy. As a basketball. We also get into: * The Sinbad Shazam Mandela Effect (and why people are wrong) * Why Steel might actually be a better Shaq movie (we said what we said) * Max's deadbeat bootlegger dad and the child support he definitely didn't pay * The historical evidence that Kazaam caused the eruption of Pompeii * Letterboxd reviews that go places we were not prepared for CHAPTERS: Introduction and Show Open [00:00] Sinbad Shazam Mandela Effect [01:00] Shaq's Film Career and Childhood Movie Tastes [03:00] Podcast Housekeeping and Follow Calls [05:36] Launching the Weekly Newsletter [12:00] Newsletter Content and Audience Interaction [14:00] Kazaam Plot Synopsis [16:00] First Watches and Nostalgia [18:00] Max's Home Life and Bullying [21:00] Releasing the Genie and First Wish [26:00] Family Drama and Absent Father [30:00] Bootleg CD Crime and Rap Career [36:00] Climax and Absurd Ending [42:00] Audience Reviews [48:00] Final Thoughts and Plugs [56:00] Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Winter isnt coming anymore but lets talk about the shows that were around in Winter in todays review episode! Spoilers ahead so please use the timestamps to avoid anything you don't want to hear!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:24 - Drops5:24 - Journal with Witch11:32 - You and I are Polar Opposites15:50 - Fate/strange fake20:18 - Tamon's B-Side24:19 - Invisible Man and His Soon to be Wife28:04 - The Demon Lord's Daughter is Too Kind32:22 - In the Clear Moonlit Dusk34:21 - Shiboyugi (Playing Death Games)40:05 - Frieren S242:15 - Jujutsu Kaisen S345:27 - Oshi no Ko S3

Ryan and Ben talk about the newest update for Maps, get excited about Ravenloft: The Horrors Within, hope about potential 3rd party outsourcing, and gush over all of the Villainous content coming. Community Pages: Character Sheet in Maps; Ravenloft Ultimate Bundle; Ravenloft Digital and Physical; D&D scaling up as a franchise; Bringing back the Book of Vile Darkness; D&D Beyond Book of Vile Darkness; Designer Insights from Unearthed Arcana: Villainous Options; Villainous Options Unearthed Arcana; Villainous Options survey; Neon Odyssey cinematic trailer. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Kevin Costner spent $200 million making a Mad Max ripoff on the open ocean — and the man has gills behind his ears. That's right. Waterworld's hero is a merman. A gill-having, web-toed, pee-drinking merman. And Cinema Psychos is here to ask the only question that matters: Really That Awful? Brian and John go full deep dive on Waterworld (1995), one of Hollywood's most notorious production disasters and one of the most divisive bad movies of the 1990s. They cover everything: why shooting on open ocean is genuinely suicidal for a film budget, how Kevin Costner fired his own director mid-edit and took over post-production himself, why Dennis Hopper is the only person on screen who clearly knows what kind of movie he's in, and how a world where the polar ice caps have entirely melted somehow still has a drinking water shortage. There are plot holes deep enough to lose a submarine in. There are action scenes with the energy of a kid smashing action figures together with no plan. There is a bungee cord rescue sequence that defies physics, logic, and basic narrative structure and secretly rules. And there is one man. Part human. Part fish. All Kevin Costner. CHAPTERS: Introduction [00:00] Welcome to Cinema Psychos [00:26] Personal Histories with Waterworld [00:39] Podcast Promo and Audience Questions [02:32] IMDb Synopsis [04:28] Initial Thoughts and Expectations [06:48] Origins and Mad Max Inspiration [10:00] Shooting on Open Water Nightmares [11:40] Budget Explosion and Production Chaos [17:31] Kevin Costner vs. Director Drama [23:00] Plot Holes and World-Building Ridiculousness [29:00] Plot Recap: The Mariner and Smokers [33:20] Dennis Hopper's Over-the-Top Performance [44:00] Action Scenes and Multiple Endings [50:00] Audience Reviews [58:00] Final Thoughts and Ratings [01:06:00] Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

McDonald's killed Batman. Then Warner Brothers buried him in neon. After Batman Returns traumatized parents and Christian groups, McDonald's panicked and pulled their Happy Meal deal. Warner Brothers, terrified of losing fast food merchandising money, forced a course correction that gave us Batman Forever—a neon-soaked, toyetic mess that abandoned Tim Burton's gothic vision for Joel Schumacher's campy, pun-filled nightmare. In this 10th anniversary episode of the Cinema Psychos Show, hosts Cottington and John Wooliscroft do a full Batman Forever fix and Batman Forever review—ranting about everything from the nipple suit to Jim Carrey's Riddler (Ace Ventura in green spandex) and Tommy Lee Jones sleepwalking as Two-Face. But they don't just roast it. They pitch alternate Batman 3 sequels: one that continues the Burton-verse with Catwoman and Billy Dee Williams as Harvey Dent, and one that keeps Robin but replaces the camp with Scarecrow as the real psychological threat. They also debate the legendary Schumacher cut, expose the Batman Returns McDonald's controversy, and explain why Batman Forever—not Batman & Robin—started the franchise's death spiral. If you're a Batman fan, a 90s kid drowning in nostalgia, or just love cult film analysis with a comedic, rant-heavy edge, this episode is your Batman Forever alternate version. CHAPTERS: McDonald's Killed Batman [00:00] Podcast Introduction and 10-Year Anniversary Celebration [00:38] Reflecting on the evolution of the podcast [03:37] Audience Appreciation and Fan Stories [04:52] Setting Up to Fix Batman Forever [06:39] Personal Batman History and Childhood Obsession [08:13] Batman Production History and Merchandising Deals [15:14] First Fix Ideas: Director Choices and Constraints [21:25] Brian's Radical Third Film Pitch: Duality and Two-Face [34:03] John's Detailed Batman Forever Rehab Pitch [50:01] Why Batman Forever Failed and Legacy Discussion [01:28:31] Final Thoughts and Closing [01:54:04] Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Ryan and Ben look forward to the recent module announcement, play with the new character quick builder, and discuss various levels of meta gaming. Community Pages: D&D Modules announcement; The announcement of an upcoming announcement at Gen Con; Wes Schneider is the Product Lead for Ravenloft; Character Quickbuilder deep dive; Behind the Screen Quickbuilder post; Dungeon Dudes Youtube channel. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Is Panic Room just Home Alone For Adults? David Fincher's 2002 home invasion thriller is sharper, darker, and weirder than you remember — and this week we're breaking down every inch of it. Brian, John, and returning guest Anastasia Elfman revisit one of the most underrated thrillers of the early 2000s. They cover Fincher's Hitchcockian direction, those impossibly fluid CGI camera moves, and the film's relentless tension-building — plus everything the IMDb synopsis conveniently left out. On the table this week: whether Jared Leto's cornrow-sporting Junior ruins the film or serves it (the panel is divided), why Forest Whitaker's Burnham is the most sympathetic criminal in cinema history, and why Dwight Yoakam's Raul was robbed of an Oscar. They also dig into the bearer bonds MacGuffin — yes, whoever physically holds them legally owns them, robbery be damned — and unpack the wild behind-the-scenes story of Nicole Kidman's knee injury, Jodie Foster filming while pregnant, and how Kristen Stewart ended up in the role that was originally cast very differently. Plus: diabetes as the fourth villain of Panic Room, the Home Alone propane explosion comparison, and what you would actually do if the cops showed up at your door while armed criminals watched you on camera. The episode closes with a tease of Cinema Psycho Show's 10th anniversary special — Brian and John are fixing Batman Forever. You heard that right. CHAPTERS: Introduction and Home Alone Comparison [00:00] Welcome and Guest Introduction [00:32] Housekeeping and Podcast Plugs [01:08] IMDb Synopsis and Plot Tease [05:07] First Watches and Personal Connections [07:06] Premise and Home Alone Vibes Revisited [11:41] Debating Jared Leto's Performance [14:09] House Setup and Mother-Daughter Dynamic [23:33] The Burglars Break In [32:13] Panic Room Challenges and Gas Attack [43:21] Diabetes Crisis and Insulin Run [55:00] Letterboxd Reviews!  [58:59] Join Our Discord Channel | Get Your Reviews On The Podcast! [59:35] Follow Anastasia Elfman!  https://www.instagram.com/anastasiaelfman/ Dread Central - https://www.dreadcentral.com/author/anasatsia-elfman/ https://bloodybridget.com/   Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Ready or Not 2 is in theaters — so we went back to where it all started. Brian, John, and filmmaker/critic KT Baldassaro (@MovieRuntime) dig into the 2019 original and make the case that it's one of the smartest, funniest, most satisfying horror comedies of the last decade. A bride. A devil-controlled game box. A mansion full of rich lunatics. Hide and seek to the death. What we cover: Why this is more satire than horror and why that makes it better — Samara Weaving's all-time performance and why she carries the whole film  Why Adam Brody's Daniel has the real character arc, not Alex  The old money vs new money class war hiding underneath the comedy  Whether the game box is actually random — or whether the devil picks who dies Alex as the true villain of the movie  Whether the sequel can possibly match the original's ending  CHAPTERS: 00:00 Cold open 00:20 Welcome and introducing KT Baldassaro 03:00 First impressions — horror or comedy? 08:30 Marrying into a family that wants to kill you 16:00 Breaking down the LaBelle family 26:00 Why Alex is actually the villain 36:00 The game box theory — is it random or rigged? 46:00 Practical effects on a $6M budget 54:00 Community reviews 01:05:00 Will the sequel ruin the franchise? 01:15:00 Final verdicts and where to find KT KT Baldassaro — filmmaker, critic, festival programmer Podcast: What If I Don't Like It? — search on any podcast app Follow her: @movieruntime on TikTok Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/0v6eeno Apple: https://rebrand.ly/j5nrkp7  Amazon: https://rebrand.ly/5x5hzng Goodpods: https://rebrand.ly/picstv6 OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! https://cinemapsychosshow.com/follow   Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Ryan and Ben look at the course plotted on the 2026 roadmap, then discuss different ways to incorporate one-on-one RP. Community Pages: D&D 2026 Calendar Release; Q2 2026 Partnered Content Release Schedule; Dungeons and Dragons State of the Game; Sneak Peek to D&D’s new books; Kickstarter: Big Bads: Most Wanted; Legends of Vox Machina Season 4 Release date teaser. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Sam Raimi is BACK — and he brought the blood, gore and laughs! This week on The Cinema Psychos Show, Brian and John are joined by returning fan favorite Anastasia Elfman to break down Send Help, the gloriously unhinged, darkly comedic horror film that proves Sam Raimi still has the sickest tricks up his sleeve. We're talking demonic camera moves, Rachel McAdams absolutely losing her mind, the most satisfying workplace revenge scene in recent memory, and enough gore to make Evil Dead fans weep with joy. Is this the Sam Raimi film we've been waiting for since Army of Darkness? We think so. But we want to know what YOU think. CHAPTERS: Introduction and Welcome Anastasia Elfman [00:00] Housekeeping and Support the Show [02:42] Is Send Help a Sam Raimi Movie? [03:22] Discussing Raimi's Directing Evolution [06:48] Plot Summary: Workplace Drama and Plane Crash [12:48] Bad Boss Stories [13:48] Linda Little's Shitty Job and Setup [21:00] Survival on the Island: Power Dynamics Shift [26:06] Poisoning and Fake Castration Revenge [43:00] Wild Boar Hunt and Practical Effects [53:00] Fiancée's Arrival and Murders [59:00] Beach House Twist and Climax [01:06:00] Letterboxd Reviews [01:18:00] Score, Final Thoughts, and Upcoming Projects [01:30:00] Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Welcome to Anime Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the the 2014 comedy, Sabagebu!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro3:32 - First Impressions13:35 - Synopsis16:47 - Finding the good28:50 - The Western influences from a non-Westaboo mangaka33:17 - Favorite cast members35:27 - Where the messaging falls flat (Episode 8 and more)52:36 - The ChampEagle Questions of the Week1:03:23 - Is Momoka a satire on the typical shoujo protagonist?1:08:45 - Momoka is ...Griffith?1:10:00 - Closing thoughts and scores1:18:50 - What we're watching next

Ryan and Ben go over some highlights from the most recent AMA, the current D&D Beyond roadmap, and encumbrance. Community Pages: AMA w/ DDB Executive Producer and Maps Product Manager; D&D Beyond Changelog; D&D Beyond Roadmap; D&D 2024 now 5.5 edition; Mutants & Masterminds Kickstarter. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Is War of the Worlds (2025) the worst Film ever or is it simply a soulless film about our capitalist hellscape of an existence?  Ice Cube plays a surveillance psycho hacking his daughter's fridge while data-eating aliens invade Earth through Microsoft Teams. We watched War of the Worlds (2025) so you don't have to—this screenlife disaster is 90 minutes of PS2 CGI, shameless Amazon product placement, and a plot dumber that feels like it's written by AI. What we're covering:   Ice Cube as the villain dad we root for the aliens to vaporize "Disruptor" the hacker son and the Goliath surveillance conspiracy  Amazon drones + a $1,000 gift card literally saving humanity  Pandemic screenlife excuses (Unfriended was better, fight me)  Why this soulless capitalist hellscape accidentally captures 2025 perfectly  Is it "so bad it's good" or just evil? You decide. Introduction [00:00] Welcome to Cinema Psychos Show [00:32] Housekeeping and Follow Us [02:14] Initial Reactions to War of the Worlds 2025 [03:46] IMDb Synopsis and Surveillance Themes [08:21] Ice Cube's Creepy Protagonist [11:48] Production Background and Screenlife Genre [17:07] Plot Summary: Setup and Family Dynamics [30:05] Alien Invasion and Data-Feeding Premise [45:07] Goliath Program and Government Conspiracy [59:00] Product Placement and Capitalist Critique [01:11:00] Climax and Resolution [01:30:00] Audience Reviews [01:39:00] Guest Henry O'Brien and Closing Thoughts [01:50:00] Check out Henry O'Brien's Amazing Film Blogs/Socials: Substack The Stuff I Watched: https://stuffiwatch.substack.com/, TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@henryobrien1, Film Obsessive: https://filmobsessive.com/author/henry-obrien/ Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Is The Phantom (1996) a secretly GREAT bad superhero movie, or just purple-spandex pulp trash? In this episode, we dive deep into Billy Zane's cult classic, The Phantom, and ask if it actually holds up in 2026.​ We break down the film's weird production history, its roots in classic pulp comics, and why Treat Williams' gloriously over-the-top Xander Drax performance might be one of the last great campy '90s villains.​ In this episode of Cinema Psychos Show, Brian and John cover:​ The Phantom as one of the earliest costumed superheroes and pulp icons How a Joe Dante spoof script morphed into a straight-faced '90s studio superhero movie Billy Zane's committed himbo-hero turn in purple spandex and that infamous skull cave "dead dad" dynamic Treat Williams chewing the scenery as Xander Drax, murder microscopes, magic skull lasers, and all The Phantom's place alongside Batman '89, The Shadow, The Rocketeer, and Batman & Robin in the '90s superhero boom Why this once-maligned flop now plays like cozy, Saturday-afternoon cult comfort cinema   CHAPTERS:  Introduction and Show Open [00:00] Why The Phantom Now? 30 Years Later [01:17] Movie Synopsis and Xander Drax Impressions [02:25] Personal Memories: Seeing It in Theaters [06:01] History of The Phantom and Development Drama [10:30] Plot Breakdown: Origin and Skull Cave [14:00] Introducing Diana Palmer and New York Intrigue [19:00] Plane Hijacking and Femme Fatale Fight [29:30] Skulls Unite: Museum Heist and Chase [35:00] Pirate Island Showdown and Skull Powers [43:00] Climax Explosions and Finale [49:00] Audience Reviews and Reactions [59:00] Final Thoughts and Plugs [01:18:00] Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Ryan and Ben dive into the possibilities for the HBO Baldur’s Gate TV series then discuss wrapping up a campaign. Community Pages: Baldur’s Gate TV series info; Forgotten Realms Humble Bundle. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (2025) might be one of the most toothless horror sequels of the decade – and yes, this movie kinda sucks. In this episode of The Cinema Psycho Show, we dive into the messy lore dump, the bloodless PG‑13 kills, the bizarre FazFest setup, and why Toy Chica somehow ends up being the star of the show for all the wrong reasons. We also talk about: The opening Charlotte flashback, useless 80s parents, and the Marionette Abby's home and school life, plus the world's worst science teacher Mike as a guardian, generational trauma, and the total lack of therapy The "Call me Michael" reveal and whether this works at all if you're not deep into FNAF lore If you're a Five Nights at Freddy's fan, a horror nerd, or you just enjoy listening to two exhausted millennials suffer through bad IP movies so you don't have to, this one's for you. CHAPTERS: Intro [00:00] Introducing Five Nights at Freddy's 2 [01:45] Why Did This Sequel Happen? [03:35] Discussing Fan Service in Franchises [06:06] FNAF's Internet Culture Roots [07:55] Movie Synopsis [09:31] 1980s Flashback: Charlotte's Murder [12:03] Present Day Fazfest and Ghost Hunters [18:24] Abby's Troubled School Life [24:56] Abby Runs to Freddy's [31:54] Animatronics Cause Chaos at Science Fair [37:21] Animatronics Hunt Parents [42:51] Michael Afton's Reveal [47:35] Climax and Resolution [51:53] Letterboxd Reviews [54:33] Final Thoughts and Plugs [01:04:05] New here? Hit follow in your podcast app so you don't miss future episodes on horror, cult cinema, and the worst that modern franchises have to offer. And if you survived FNAF 2 yourself, tell us: did this sequel actually work for you, or was it a big animatronic nothing‑burger? Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Welcome to the 7th annual What Do You Say Anime Awards! You voted, now its time to crown a winner for some amazing categories. Thanks again to everyone who voted, we were able to raise $400 for local food shelves! Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:30 - Best Opening6:13 - Best Ending11:01 - Best Boy15:17 - Best Girl20:20 - Best Non-human24:48 - Best Action32:07 - Best Fight37:52 - Best Adventure45:08 - Best Fantasy/Sci-fi49:41 - Best Drama56:43 - Best Slice of Life1:02:38 - Best Comedy1:10:08 - Best Romance1:21:18 - Best Ship1:27:29 - Best Couple1:31:30 - Biggest Disappointment1:39:08 - Anime of the Year

Luc Besson finally made a Dracula movie in 2026… and somehow turned it into a boring, horny, perfume‑addled fever dream instead of a gothic horror classic. In this episode of The Cinema Psychos Show, Brian tears into Dracula (2026) and explains why this shiny new take on the Count feels more like a knockoff of better Dracula films than a bold reinvention. We break down everything that went wrong: Vlad accidentally killing his own wife, God apparently "rewarding" him with vampirism, the unhinged sex‑perfume subplot, cartoonish suicide jumps, rubbery CGI gargoyles, and a tone that ping‑pongs between tragic romance, goofy comedy, and Axe body spray commercial. Brian also digs into Caleb Landry Jones' off‑kilter Dracula, Christoph Waltz on autopilot, and a Danny Elfman score that deserves a much better movie. Along the way, we compare Besson's vision to Coppola's Bram Stoker's Dracula, modern Nosferatu takes, and other adaptations that actually respect the character, and ask the big question: what the hell happened to Luc Besson as a filmmaker? Plus, we dip into some wild online reviews from people who genuinely think this is the best Dracula in years. If you're a horror nerd, Dracula obsessive, or cult cinema sicko who loves hearing a beautiful mess get taken apart scene by scene, you're in the right madhouse. Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode, and hit us up on socials or by email to let us know: does Dracula (2026) suck as hard as Brian says… or are you one of the weirdos who actually loves it? CHAPTERS: Does Dracula (2026) Suck? [00:00] Welcome and Solo Episode Today! [00:26] Synopsis of Dracula: A Love Tale [01:17] Criticism of the Film's Production and Direction [04:12] Detailed Breakdown of the Film's Story [08:34] Character Analysis [31:00] Positive Aspects of the Film [35:47] The Argument of Reinterpretation [38:21] Review of Audience Reviews [42:58] Conclusion [50:00] Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/0v6eeno Apple: https://rebrand.ly/j5nrkp7  Amazon: https://rebrand.ly/5x5hzng Goodpods: https://rebrand.ly/picstv6 OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! https://cinemapsychosshow.com/follow   Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Welcome to Anime Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the 2025 film, 100 Meters!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro3:47 - First impressions14:17 - Production and Rotoscoping26:21 - Taylor Swift saved vinlys and Bocchi the Rock invented rotoscoping28:44 - The Heated Rivalry51:19 - Mental Health58:00 - Character Designs1:03:17 - The ChampEagle Question of the Week1:09:59 - Closing thoughts & final score1:18:31 - What we're watching next

Ryan and Ben talk about the 3rd party release roadmap, dig into what they’d like to see this year, and give some monsters a legendary fixer upper. Community Pages: Q1 Partnered Content Release Schedule; Taylor Navarro’s WotC announcement; Mystic Subclass Survey. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Author Brian Raftery joins us to explain how Silence of the Lambs didn't just give us a scary villain—it invented a whole new type. Before Hannibal Lecter, horror villains were mostly slashers in masks. Lecter changed the rules: he was clever, charming, and used his mind as a weapon. That's why this movie—and this character—still haunts us decades later. We break down what made Lecter different, why he's scarier than a guy with a knife, and how this film changed scary movies forever. Brian also shares secrets from his new book, Hannibal Lecter: A Life.

We're joined by Becky D'Anna, co-host of Sony Pictures Official podcast, Director's Take, for a special jam packed year in review episode! Together, we each share our personal Top 10 Best Films and Top 10 Worst Films of 2025. It's less a debate and more a celebration (and respectful roast) of the year in cinema—comparing notes on horror standouts, unexpected gems, and the films that missed the mark. We dive deep into films like Zach Cregger's Weapons, Ryan Coogler's Sinners, Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein, Yorgos Lanthimos's Bugonia, Mike Flanagan's Life of Chuck, Alex Garland's 28 Years Later, Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another, and Steven Soderbergh's Presence. Plus, we break down the disappointments, including the Snow White live-action remake, War of the Worlds, and Final Destination: Bloodlines. 

2025 is over!!! Now before we jump into Anime of the Year and 2026, lets give our thoughts on the last season of anime. Spoilers ahead!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro0:53 - Overall impressions of Fall 20252:54 - Sanda15:16 - Yano Kun17:28 - This Monster Wants to Eat Me30:45 - Umamusume Cinderella Gray Part 236:22 - May I Ask For One Final Thing50:24 - Wandance59:25 - My Awkward Senpai1:08:56 - A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace1:10:25 - A Star Brighter Than The Sun1:29:23 - With You, Our Love Will Make It Through1:33:16 - Campfire Cooking1:33:34 - Spy x Family S31:34:14 - Anime of the Year time!1:36:07 - Final thoughts on the Fall anime

Join us for a wild 2025 year-in-review! We unpack the biggest entertainment stories: the high-stakes Netflix, Paramount, and Warner Bros. acquisition war, the shocking Diddy trial, the rise of the AI actress Tilly Norwood, and Taylor Swift's continued pop culture takeover. We also break down the year in movies: DC vs. Marvel, streaming's threat to theaters, our top box office hits and bombs, and the legends we lost. Plus, we exclusively reveal the Pittsburgh Film Critics Association award winners, with Sinners dominating the field. What was the biggest story of 2025? Let us know! Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

2026 is just around the corner, and on todays episode we are going over all the new shows that caught our eye for next season and talking sequels towards the end. Looking for something specific? Use the timestamps to navigate!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro3:20 - Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table8:50 - You and I are Polar Opposites12:47 - Love Through a Prism19:38 - Journal with Witch25:49 - Kaya-chan Isn't Scary28:44 - In the Clear Moonlit Dusk33:13 - Dead Account40:43 - The Holy Grail of Eris46:58 - The Demon Kings Daughter is Too Kind49:34 - The Darwin Incident55:50 - The Invisible Man and his Soon-to-Be Wife1:02:40 - Frieren S21:06:24 - Hell's Paradise S21:09:21 - Oshi no Ko S31:11:13 - Chained Soldier S21:11:59 - Trigun Stargaze1:13:28 - Golden Kamuy Final Season1:13:58 - Medalist S21:15:30 - Other shows, sequels, and movies

'Tis the season to be slashing!  This week we are unwrapping our favorite Christmas slasher films—the perfect antidote to all that holiday cheer! After surviving the stressful holiday season, the guys dive deep into why we love merging festive joy with horror, discussing everything from killer Santas to homicidal snowmen. They explore the controversy that nearly buried Silent Night, Deadly Night, the groundbreaking influence of Black Christmas, and some truly bizarre entries in the subgenre. John's Top 5: Christmas Evil  Krampus  A Christmas Horror Story  Silent Night, Deadly Night Black Christmas Brian's Picks: Tales from the Crypt: "And All Through the House" Better Watch Out Jack Frost (yes, the killer snowman one) Santa Claws (Pittsburgh's own John Russo directs this... interesting choice) Plus honorable mentions including Jack Frost, Santa's Slay featuring Bill Goldberg, the scam masterpiece Silent Night Deadly Night 2 (GARBAGE DAY!), and the Nazi-elf nightmare that is Elves. Whether you're burned out on saccharine Christmas movies or just want something darker to balance out the holiday spirit, this episode has you covered. Perfect viewing for that weird week between Christmas and New Year's! Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Welcome to Anime Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing the 2025 anime Ave Mujica.Socials/Discord - linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:28 - First impressions11:15 - Subway Takes about the portrayal of mental illness30:34 - The Characterization of the cast38:43 - Picking up things on a rewatch43:28 - Favorite episodes49:50 - The lack of a band and music in a Girls Band show (and a 2nd hot take from Miles)55:06 - What we want to see in season 21:02:44 - AVE is EVA1:06:52 - Closing thoughts and scores1:19:48 - What we're watching next

The legend is true. We watched the infamous 2003 bomb "Gigli" so you don't have to, and the reality is somehow worse than the reputation. Starring Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez at the peak of "Bennifer" mania, this Martin Brest-directed disaster is a baffling mix of mob thriller, offensive rom-com, and unintentional comedy. In this episode, we break down: The cringeworthy plot of a hitman trying to "convert" a lesbian mob enforcer (J.Lo). The controversial and poorly handled portrayal of an intellectually disabled character by Justin Bartha. How studio interference ruined the director's vision, creating a tonally insane mess. Whether this movie truly killed J.Lo's film career and ended Martin Brest's. The random, inexplicable cameos from Al Pacino and Christopher Walken. We answer the question: Is Gigli a so-bad-it's-good classic, or just a painful, offensive relic of 2003? The answer might surprise you (but probably not). Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will be reviewing the 2025 anime, Medalist!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro2:17 - First impressions14:14 - Standout relationships in Medalist26:14 - How the cast works to achieve their dreams31:36 - Favorite side characters and moments36:27 - N-T-aRt?42:30 - Back to side characters and moments45:01 - Teaching a sport the right way1:00:46 - Closing thoughts and scores1:17:52 - What we're watching next

We did one of theses over a year ago, so why not do it again. Answering viewers questions on Anime Mailbag 2: Electric Boogaloo!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:57 - Taking a swing at new subject matter in anime13:28 - Holiday shows, snacks, and drinks21:48 - Favorite conventions and bucket list events33:42 - Best and worst YouTuber anime41:13 - One last Watch Club nomination47:39 - Changing personal anime opinions over time56:07 - What's the first anime to make you cry?1:02:00 - Anime we want (or don't want) to get the One Piece treatment1:10:00 - Genres we want more of in anime1:19:48 - Perfectly balanced romance anime1:25:09 - Swapping MC's in each others shows1:30:38 - Anime to video game adaptations (and favorite 10 Brother)1:36:12 - Visiting real life Japanese landmarks from anime

Dive into our spoiler-filled breakdown of the 2025 adaptation of The Running Man. We analyze Edgar Wright's fresh take, compare it to the Schwarzenegger classic and the original Stephen King story, and tackle the divisive The Running Man 2025 reviews. Was this movie unfairly maligned for being too real, or did it miss the mark? We explore its tone, social satire, and why it might be one of the most relevant films of the year. In this episode, we discuss: How this 2025 adaptation compares to the original Schwarzenegger film and its faithfulness to the Stephen King novella. The film's potent social satire and why its dystopian themes of class warfare and media manipulation feel "way too fucking real." A deep dive into the divisive critical reception and audience reviews—and why we think they got it wrong. Did you find the 2025 version of The Running Man to be a clever satire or a tonal mess? Let us know your thoughts! Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

This week on the Cinema Psychos Show we are diving into Guillermo del Toro's love letter to monsters in "Frankenstein" with monster lover extraordinaire, Jordan The Grey Witch. Explore the film's gothic romance, generational trauma themes, and the stunning visual storytelling that del Toro is renowned for. Discover how the film reimagines Mary Shelley's classic tale with a modern twist, featuring standout performances by Oscar Isaac and Mia Goth. Don't miss our in-depth analysis of the film's wardrobe, set design, and the intriguing parallels between the creature and Christ. Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Now that The Fantastic Four: First Steps has landed on Disney Plus, the Cinema Psychos investigate if Marvel has finally cracked the code on their first family. Why has it been so difficult to successfully adapt Marvel's first family for the big screen, and does this new MCU installment—with its swinging 60s vibe, comic-accurate Galactus, and fresh cast including Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby—finally deliver a fantastic film? We break down the stylish alternate universe, the new takes on Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm, and how this movie compares to previous failed attempts and the plot of Ghostbusters II. A History of Failure: We explore the rocky cinematic past of the Fantastic Four, from the unreleased Roger Corman version to the 2000s films and the infamous 2015 reboot. Stylistic Choices & Missed Depth: Analyzing the film's unique 1960s aesthetic and how its commitment to style may have come at the cost of deeper character development, especially for The Thing. Final Verdict & MCU Future: Discussing the comic-accurate Galactus and Silver Surfer, the film's place in the larger Marvel universe, and whether this is a sign of an MCU comeback or a temporary blip. What did you think of Fantastic Four: First Steps? Did you also spot the Ghostbusters II plot connection?  Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Its comfy season and thus comes a slate of a new shows and we are here to give our thoughts on the new season with our first impressions episode! Slight spoilers for shows ahead so please use the timestamps below to dodge those spoilers.Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro1:18 - First impressions of the "light" season6:25 - This Monster Wants to Eat Me15:03 - May I Ask For One Final Thing?26:39 - Sanda34:19 - Wandance47:40 - SPEED ROUND51:09 - Yano-kun's Ordinary Days56:46 - A Star Brighter Than the Sun1:06:32 - My Awkward Senpai1:21:55 - Sexy Beastars (aka With You Our Love Will Make It Through)1:24:11 - Pete's Sequels and Other Shows

Silver-screen legend Adrienne Barbeau joins us for a Halloween-special deep dive into a career that moves from Maude to iconic horror: The Fog, Creepshow, and Escape From New York. Adrienne talks theatre roots, working with John Carpenter, and the voice work and TV roles that made her a household name.  Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Why has 2025 been a banner year for Stephen King movies? We're breaking down all the major Stephen King 2025 adaptations, from the dark horror of The Monkey and the brutal dystopia of The Long Walk to the life-affirming The Life of Chuck. We discuss which of these new Stephen King novel adaptations will become Halloween classics and preview Edgar Wright's upcoming take on The Running Man. In-depth Reviews: We dive into the tone, standout scenes, and social commentary of The Monkey, The Life of Chuck, and The Long Walk. Adaptation Success: Exploring why Stephen King's shorter stories often make for better theatrical films than his epic novels. 2025 Context: Analyzing the surprising trend of four major Stephen King adaptations releasing in a single year and what it says about Hollywood. What's Your Take? Which 2025 Stephen King adaptation are you most excited about, and what's your all-time favorite King film? Connect with us and let us know! Find us on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, or join the conversation on our Discord. Follow the podcast at cinemapsychosshow.com/follow Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

In this exclusive interview, filmmaker Josh Ruben delves into the creation of his hit horror film Heart Eyes. He breaks down his unique process for blending horror and comedy, a skill honed in films like Scare Me and Werewolves Within. Discover how his background at College Humor prepared him for feature directing, his approach to world-building, and what it's like to transition from actor to director. Topics discussed in this episode: Josh Ruben's key to mastering the horror-comedy genre in Heart Eyes and Scare Me. The challenge of world-building for a holiday killer in the film Heart Eyes. The transition from creating sketches at College Humor to directing feature horror films. Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Dive into the best stalker horror movies that will keep you looking over your shoulder! In this episode, we define what makes a true stalker film and debate if classics like Misery and Halloween qualify. Join us for a chilling film review of iconic 90s thriller movies like Fatal Attraction and Single White Female, and discover which movies made our final top picks. Defining the Genre: We break down the three essential rules for a true stalker movie (no masks, a personal connection, and pure obsession) and debate where classics like Cape Fear and Misery fit in. A History of Terror: A journey through the evolution of stalker movies, from foundational films like Peeping Tom and Play Misty for Me to the golden era of 90s thriller movies. Top Picks Revealed: We count down our personal favorite stalker-horror-movies, including in-depth movie reviews of iconic titles like The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, One Hour Photo, and Cable Guy. What is the most terrifying stalker movie you've ever seen? Let us know at on discord at https://discord.com/channels/1067671026734993418/1067671027183796254 Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

Ryan and Ben look at the Psion designer insights, discuss Starbreeze canceling a D&D video game, and then dig into setting and running deadlines. Community Pages: Psion Designer Insights; Psion Unearthed Arcana; Starbreeze cancels upcoming D&D game; Start Playing Games; MCDM's The Talent. Socials: Discord; Bluesky; Ryan's Bluesky; Ben's Bluesky

Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode, we will be reviewing one of the most anticipated and divisive animes of 2025, the Shinchioru Wantanabe original, Lazarus.Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro 1:36 - First impressions12:15 - Synopsis16:50 - Highs and lows of the story18:47 - The world building in Lazarus42:20 - Impressions on the effect of Hapna50:35 - The Airport Incident and drug development55:42 - Ending of Lazarus1:03:26 - The production quality1:09:43 - Closing thoughts and scores1:26:06 - What we're watching next time

Put away the short shorts, and swap into some sweatpants cause its Fall time baby! Coming off the backs of a monster Summer season, its now for the final season of 2025 and thus comes another preview episode with Pete and Miles. Let us know what you are excited for the most in the comments!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime1:00 - First impressions3:26 - Wandance11:54 - This Monster Wants to Eat Me18:29 - Disney's Twisted Wonderland26:05 - My Awkward Senpai33:20 - Sanda38:51 - Dusk Beyond the End of the World47:13 - May I ask you for one final thing?53:26 - Touring After the Apocalypse56:18 - A Star Brighter Than the Sun1:03:11 - Shabake1:07:43 - A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace1:12:33 - Yano-kun's Ordinary Days1:18:57 - Sequels, movies, and other shows

Welcome to Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the what do you say anime podcast, nominate and vote on shows either that we haven't seen or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we will reviewing the first season of Kamisama Kiss.Spoiler warning ahead for Fruits Basket as wellMinor audio issue in the intros Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 Intro2:12 First Impressions10:07 Synopsis11:44 Beginnings and Building Plot20:50 Supporting Cast27:36 Handling the Romance37:02 Theming, Messaging and Characterization 50:30 Misc. Things We Liked56:47 Final Thoughts and Rating1:05:46 What We're Watching Next

A mythical little creature, a short acne faced child, and those scary ass things from the movie gremlins. All phrases all used to describe the slang term gremlin according to urban dictionary, but what the hell does that mean for anime characters? A rowdy tsundere? A loveable yandere? On todays episode, we discuss the groundwork in what we think makes a gremlin, along with the subgenres that go into being a menace.Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 Intro4:35 Origins of the term "Gremlin"6:37: What is a gremlin?15:11 Haruhi Suzumiya17:05 Goblin energy18:47 Kyubey22:43 Types of chaos and Pete's other examples of goblins28:25 Hobgoblins32:04 Tanya Degurechaff34:17 Miles on gremlins and Plato's Theory of Forms43:33 Anya Forger: gremlin, kid, or both?45:10 Discord submitted gremlins1:01:31 Mount Rushmore of Gremlins1:10:42 Final thoughts