Podcasts about The Wachowskis

This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit Speed Racer (2008), the visually explosive live-action adaptation from the Wachowskis. After years away from this colorful, high-energy racing adventure, the big question is… was this movie truly ahead of its time?

Patreon preview. Unlock full episode at https://www.patreon.com/stavvysworld   Calling all cinephiles, calling all cinephiles. JP McDade and Anthony Devito return to the pod for a special film buff edition where they discuss the Wachowskis' Speed Racer (2008) after watching it in an NYC theater that had bedbugs at some point in the past. The birth of a series so rich that we had to remove all the spaces from the title in the Youtube video to stay under the character limit. The boys dive deep on the movie, analyzing how Christina Ricci and Susan Sarandon are legendary baddies, whether the little kid is good or annoying, how the story is an allegory for small guys taking on big corporations, and how Eldis was entertained by the monkey. Guest appearances by dear friend of the pod Reece Grover, and one of Stav's mysterious neighbors known only as Neighbor X. The conversation was so rich that Stav, JP and Anthony only had time to take one call, from a guy whose girlfriend wants intimacy during that time of the month, which he hates because of his Pavlovian association with bedbugs.     Follow JP McDade on social media:   https://twitter.com/jp_mcdade https://www.instagram.com/mcdadebaby   Follow Anthony Devito on social media:   http://www.anthonydevitocomedy.com/ http://www.facebook.com/1260596015 https://twitter.com/AnthonyDeVito_ http://instagram.com/comediananthonydevito https://www.youtube.com/@comediananthonydevito       ☎️ Want to be a part of the show? Call 904-800-STAV and leave a voicemail to get advice!  

Next up in our Terrible Movies We Love month is the Wachowskis' divisively weird Jupiter Ascending, starring Mila Kunis as Jupiter Jones, a Russian immigrant who discovers she's the reincarnation of the matriarch of an intergalactic family who happens to own Earth, and she's being protected by sky-rollerblading space werewolf Caine Wise (Channing Tatum). And that's just the first twenty minutes. But is Jupiter Ascending really a terrible movie? Does it have merits as an original sci-fi epic? Does Sean Bean die?! Listen to know. Next week, we conclude our month with Replicas, Karen's favorite film ever.

You know what it is, it's a Roth episode: Mets, regional pizzas, eating Costco hot dogs for the first time, things of that nature. Go to Patreon.com/BattingAround to get access to our bonus episodes, including the one where we pitch legacy sequels to beloved baseball movies and Wach Party, our series on the movies of the Wachowskis.

This week we finally wrap up our series on The Matrix with a discussion on every segment of the animated anthology The Animatrix! I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa The Animatrix (Japanese: アニマトリックス) is a 2003 animated science fiction anthology film produced by the Wachowskis. It includes nine animated short films, some of which provide backstory for The Matrix film series, while others present side stories. The Animatrix was released by Warner Home Video on June 3, 2003.

Oops all Damian Lewis' music career. Go to patreon.com/battingaround to support the show and get access to bonus episodes, including our Wach Party series on the movies of the Wachowskis.

Chris Paul and Burning Bright tackle the much-maligned middle child of the Matrix trilogy, the 2003 Wachowski sequel starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Hugo Weaving. Burning Bright admits he used to dismiss this one entirely, but a fresh rewatch reveals a film that is not dumb at all, just trying to wrestle with much harder ideas than the original. The guys dig into the philosophical bedrock the film sits on, including Baudrillard's Simulacra and Simulation and what it means to live in a hyperreality where signs replace the thing itself. They unpack why Zion is presented as such a hedonistic, animalistic place, and whether the Wachowskis really intended it to be the paradise worth saving. From there, they work through the Architect scene as a meditation on how systems build their own opposition into themselves, the Oracle as a mirror for the Q drops, the Merovingian as a possible fallen prior One and a Lucifer figure in the underworld of the matrix, and Neo's final choice to save Trinity as the only morally coherent rejection of the system.

“HE WAS ALL OF US.“Hello everyone! We are back to talk about another film that may have aged a little better than we hoped, and we might all be worse off for that. We are talking about 2005's V For Vendetta, directed by James McTeague, starring Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving, written by one of the podcast's favorite sibling duos, the Wachowski sisters! On this episode we talk about just how relevant the film feels, especially while living in America. In the world of V, we are living in a fascist, police state, ravaged by a viral outbreak, with state sponsored media spreading fear and propaganda, an authoritarian government seizing personal freedoms while the oligarch class is protected and reaping all the benefits of their crimes against humanity. An all too familiar world for anyone not living under a rock. Even though the original Alan Moore graphic novel was written in response to Margaret Thatcher's Britain in the 1980's, and the Wachowski's screenplay was written perhaps in response to the 2nd (or rather, 3rd) Bush Administration, perhaps the heart of the story is what it takes to survive these oppressive regimes.Speaking of Alan Moore, we talk about why the acclaimed graphic novel writer distanced himself from the film. When the frequent Wachowski collaborator and producer Alan Silver claimed Moore gave the film his blessing, which he did not, Moore asked for his name to be removed from the credits. Even still, Moore rejected the script itself and when we examine the differences between the film and source material we can see why. Both the graphic novel and film can be seen as separate, complimentary stories, but are so vastly difference that we can't really say it's a “good adaptation,” despite being fond of both. Listen to the full episode for more on this!We also talk about what the Wachowskis bring to the film. It wasn't directed by them, but by their assistant director from the Matrix Trilogy, James McTeague. Still, we can still feel their influence in what segments get special attention, the montages, and how we experience time and how everything is connected.Putting this film together, with who was involved, who was cast, when it was filmed, where it was filmed.. there are so many connections and references that we don't even get into all of it. Despite being a little sillier in some places, more digestible than something as heavy and poignant as Andor (which Austin HIGHLY recommends,) the film delivers some moments that may never be forgot.You can listen to this episode ANYWHERE you get your podcasts! You don't have to go to Spotify or Apple! If you don't see our show on your podcast preference of choice, just DM us on our socials and we will get right on it!

Speed Racer - Ep. 394 Start your engines and hit the neon highway because the Normies are going full throttle for Speed Racer! This week the crew dives into Lana Wachowski and Lilly Wachowski's hyper-stylized live-action adaptation of the classic anime, a movie that went from misunderstood flop to beloved cult classic. Join the gang as they discuss candy-colored visuals, family values, corporate corruption, ninja monkeys, and whether Speed Racer truly belongs in the pantheon of great sports movie heroes. Is this movie too fast for its own good, or was the world simply not ready? Buckle up for another turbo-charged episode of Normies Like Us! Podcaster X says subscribe Insta @Normies_Like_Us https://www.instagram.com/normies_like_us/ @jacob https://www.instagram.com/_j__a___c___o__b_/ @Mike_Has_Insta https://www.instagram.com/mike_has_insta/ https://letterboxd.com/BabblingBrooksy/ https://letterboxd.com/hobbes72/ https://letterboxd.com/mikejromans/

We're on to part 3: The Matrix Revolutions! If you were hoping for answers to some of the questions left over from the previous installments, you may be disappointed. But, if you're looking for a film that contradicts and undermines the previous works plus an episode where we slowly go mad trying to keep the rules straight, we have just the thing for you! I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa The Matrix Revolutions is a 2003 American science fiction action film written and directed by the Wachowskis. It is the third film in The Matrix film series, shot back-to-back with The Matrix Reloaded (2003). It stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving and Jada Pinkett Smith. The film follows Neo and his allies as they fight to end the war between humanity and the machines permanently while opposing the rogue Agent Smith.

This week's movie feature takes us back to 2008 for the theatrical return of 2008's Speed Racer directed by the Wachowskis and starring Emile Hirsch, Christina Ricci, John Goodman, Susan Surandon, Matthew Fox, and more. Find out how it holds up and why it's one of my all-time favorite movies. We also have the season penultimate episodes of Daredevil: Born Again and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. There is also more Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord and the latest comic books and news. 00:00:00 - 00:45:20 Intro & News 00:45:20 - 01:04:31 Comics 01:04:31 - 01:49:13 Monarch: Legacy of Monsters E209 01:49:13 - 02:25:49 Daredevil: Born Again E207 02:25:49 - 02:41:14 Star Wars: Darth Maul - Shadow Lord E107 02:41:14 - 03:18:39 Speed Racer (2008) 03:18:39 - 03:22:53 Outro You can support the show at Patreon.com/GManFromHeck (and get access to the weekly bonus podcast) or at ko-fi.com/GManFromHeck.

Before Thriller became iconic, it was just an expensive, confusing idea that almost no one understood—except Michael Jackson.In this episode, I break down why that moment—the one where people don't get it—isn't a sign you're wrong… it's often a sign you're early.From The Matrix and the Wachowskis' now-legendary storyboards, to Cleo Wade creating a new lane with Heart Talk, the pattern is the same:Vision comes first. Understanding comes later.If you're building something original—whether it's a film, a business, or a new path for yourself—this episode is a reminder that clarity of vision and execution matter far more than early validation.Because the truth is: the audience often catches up after the work is done.

We continue our Matrix journey with The Matrix Reloaded. Will it live up to the hype of the classic first movie? Will we find out what The Matrix really is? Is Neo the One? What happened to all the Indian people? Can robots be smug and jealous? All these questions and more will be answered in this episode! Probably. I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa The Matrix Reloaded is a 2003 American science fiction action film written and directed by the Wachowskis. It is the sequel to The Matrix (1999) and the second installment in the Matrix film series. The film stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Gloria Foster who reprise their roles from the previous film, with Jada Pinkett Smith joining the cast. In the film, Neo, Morpheus, and Trinity attempt to reach the Source of the Matrix to end the war as Zion prepares for an invasion from the machines.

We've decided to follow the white rabbit and delve into the world of The Matrix! We kick it off this week with the first installment from 1999 and discuss shiny clothes, if we exist, office jobs, 1999 in cinema, bullet time, Keanu Reeves, saviours, philosophy, and more! I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa The Matrix is a 1999 science fiction action film written and directed by the Wachowskis. The first installment in the Matrix film series, it stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Joe Pantoliano. It depicts a dystopian future in which humanity is unknowingly trapped inside the Matrix, a simulated reality created by intelligent machines. The plot follows the computer hacker Neo, who is recruited by Morpheus into a rebellion against the machines.

Shauna and Olivia want to share their favorite movies with each other, and you! Up first is Shauna's favorite movie, V for Vendetta. Released in 2006, V for Vendetta was based on the DC/Vertigo comic series by Alan Moore and David Lloyd. Directed by James McTeigue and written by the Wachowskis, V for Vendetta stars Hugo Weaving as the masked V, Natalie Portman as Evey, and a veritable who's who of British actors (mostly male) including John Hurt, Rupert Graves, Stephen Fry and Stephen Rea. The Junkies discuss the plot (spoilers abound, so be sure you've seen it before listening), the characters, the romance, the themes, and the stunning parallels between a movie released 20 years ago and today's political landscape. We have affordable and rewarding Patreon tiers! Be the first to hear new and uncensored content, if you dare! Click here: https://www.patreon.com/popculturejunkiepodcast/posts Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pop-culture-junkie/id1536737728 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7k2pUxzNDBXNCHzFM7EL8W Website: www.popculturejunkie.com  Facebook: PopCultureJunkiePodcast  Instagram: @pop.culturejunkie  Threads:@pop.culturejunkie Bluesky: @pop-culture-junkie.bsky.social Email: junkies@popculturejunkie.com Shauna on Instagram: @shaunatrinidad Shauna on Threads: @shaunatrinidad  Olivia on Instagram: @livimariez

We talk to Gershon about the book, working with Robert Altman on The Player and her battles with Paul Verhoeven while filming Showgirls.

We talk to Gershon about the book, working with Robert Altman on The Player and her battles with Paul Verhoeven while filming Showgirls.

This week on End Credits we get a-political, with the "a" standing for "apocalypse". Our movie of the week is now on PVOD after a brief theatrical run and given it's about the dangers of A.I. and social media, it's no wonder. We will review Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die, and in the same corner of streaming we will revisit a different dark future now 20 years later in V For Vendetta.  This Wednesday, March 25, at 3 pm, Adam A. Donaldson and Candice Lepage will discuss: V For Vendetta at 20! Two decades ago, a movie about a masked man taking on a totalitarian government in the United Kingdom was released in the wake of the War on Terror, 9/11 and a backlash against LGBTQ+ rights. Based on the graphic novel and produce by the Wachowskis, it seemed V's moment came and went, but in the Trump era, and a new war in the Middle East, maybe V For Vendetta's time has come again. This week, we will re-watch and render our judgement. REVIEW: Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die (2026). There's been a lot of concern about A.I. in narrative fiction for a while, and now it's everywhere! Too late for us? Not quite because Oscar-winner Sam Rockwell is here to save the day, and the future, from an A.I.pocalypse that destroys the world as humanity watches it all pass by doom scrolling on their phones. Gore Verbinski's (the original Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy) first movie in 10 years has its finger on the pulse, but can he deliver on this bizarre and unique mix of sci-fi, adventure, comedy and cultural commentary? End Credits is on CFRU 93.3 fm and cfru.ca Wednesday at 3 pm.

In episode 47, Johnny talks to animator, writer and art director Matt Haworth. Matt is one of the key players at Auckland's Mukpuddy Animation Studios, which you may be familiar with through their animated shows Bad Jelly, Night Eyes and The Barefoot Bandits. Johnny and Matt's chat includes a discussion around the history and future of animated films, they take a deep dive into the works of John Carpenter, Guillermo del Toro, and the Wachowskis, they trade tales of horrific moviegoing experiences - some far more threatening than others - and they try and understand what went horrifically wrong with Edgar Wright's The Running Man. This conversation was recorded face to face in late-February of 2026.Thanks to James Van As who wrote and performed the brilliant podcast music (check out James' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Loco Looper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ game) and to Willow Van As who designed the amazing artwork and provided general podcast support.You can contact My Movie DNA on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter @mymovieDNA or email mymovieDNA@gmail.com.Check out Johnny's new podcast series, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠500 Films: A Journey Through Genre Cinema⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, available wherever you get your podcasts. 

Ah, Jupiter Ascending, the Wachowskis' movie about an ordinary person suddenly being awakened into the reality of an urban fantasy and learning that they are the most specialest person in said reality, except this time the protagonist is a woman and also bees can detect royalty and the love interest is a wolf-hybrid cyborg... okay, do you think if we remind Paramount this movie exists, they'll stop trying to buy Warner Bros?Pluggables: Jas: @FaeRiviera on all socials, host of In Each RetellingMikey: LeagueOfSwords.Com and twitch.tv/VengeanceGodB: THE SUN EATER series by Christopher Ruocchio, available at highmatterbooks.comMutual Aid Spotlight: Support Kansas Trans License & Transport Aid with Sarah Wood: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-kansas-trans-license-transport-aidSupport the showSam: @DemiSemme on YouTube, Tumblr, BlueSky, and most other social media platforms (NOT eX-Twitter). Visit our Tumblrs at sixdegreesofstarwars.tumblr.com and ier-6d.tumblr.comTheme Music provided by Refractory Period: @RefractoryPeriodTheBand on Instagram, linktr.ee/RefractoryPeriodForever Mutual Aid LinksE-Sims for Gaza: https://gazaesims.com/Click to Help: https://arab.org/click-to-help/Anti-Imperialism support for people across the world, organized by Kandakat_alhaqq:  https://linktr.ee/kandakat_alhaqqCampus Bail Funds: https://campusbailfunds.com/6DOSW is a Pro-Union podcast. Please support artists by contributing to the Entertainment Community Fund if you can: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/how-get-help-and-give-help-during-work-stoppageThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

Dana and Tom discuss the graphic novel film, V for Vendetta (2006) for its 20th anniversary: directed by James McTiegue, written by the Wachowskis, cinematography by Adrian Biddle, editing by Martin Walsh, music by Dario Marianelli, starring Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman, Stephen Rea, Stephen Fry, and John Hurt.Plot Summary: Set in a grim future ruled by a harsh dictatorship, V for Vendetta follows a quiet young woman, Evey, played by Natalie Portman, who is rescued from secret police by a mysterious masked rebel, V, played by Hugo Weaving. V launches a bold campaign of bombings and public messages meant to wake the public and inspire resistance against the regime led by Chancellor Adam Sutler. As Evey is drawn deeper into V's dangerous mission, she struggles with fear, freedom, and the cost of fighting tyranny.Meanwhile, a determined investigator, Chief Inspector Eric Finch, played by Stephen Rea, begins to uncover the truth behind both the government's past crimes and V's personal quest for revenge. Blending political thriller and action drama, the film explores themes of oppression, justice, and the power of ordinary people to challenge authoritarian rule.Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for V for Vendetta02:48 Relationship(s) to V for Vendetta05:24 What is V for Vendetta About?09:07 What are the Parallels Between V and the US?12:35 Plot Summary for V for Vendetta13:50 Did You Know?19:03 Best Performance(s)27:28 Best Scene(s)33:00 In Memoriam35:09 Best/Funniest Lines38:39 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy42:47 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance47:51 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty51:15 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness55:31 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability57:41 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total59:25 Remaining Questions for V for Vendetta01:13:48 Remaining Thoughts for the Week01:20:17 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast).For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/v-for-vendetta-2006For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-listKeywords:V for Vendetta, political thriller, resistance, symbolism, vigilante justice, dystopian, film analysis, Alan Moore, Wachowskis, societal impactRonny Duncan Studios

In The Matrix, an unfulfilled computer hacker discovers that reality as he knows it is a simulated world created by machines, and that he may be destined to lead the resistance to free humanity from its digital prison.The Matrix was released on March 31, 1999, stars Keanu Reeves and was directed by the Wachowskis.Notes:Sam Altman on what "real" isKeanu reminisces about bullet timeTaking the Red Pill: An Analysis of Don Davis' Score for The Matrix by Christopher James HeckmanFollow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd

Welcome to another episode of Death Don't Do Fiction, the AIPT Movies podcast! The podcast about the enduring legacy of our favorite movies! This February we're continuing our new “Fast February” series, where we cover the movies that made Vin Diesel a star and taught the world to live their lives one quarter mile at a time, The Fast & Furious franchise! In this week's episode, Alex, Tim, and returning guest Bill Mueller discuss 2003's awkward attempt to recapture the magic of the surprisingly successful first movie, 2 Fast 2 Furious! An incredible title! Those silly visor hats! Pepsi and NOS product placement! Trying to pick up girls during a dangerous undercover mission! A Sound Designer-approved audio mix! Loud, somewhat gaudy visuals thanks to that clumsy early thousands aesthetic! A possible influence on the Wachowskis' Speed Racer movie! A larger budget but a less tangible story with somehow even cringier lines! A third act you'll barely remember! The introduction of characters who would go on to be staples of the series! John Singleton trying his hand at directing a silly blockbuster! Race obstacles that would lead to expensive automotive repairs! A great car jump stunt that's wasted due to poor editing and unnecessary visual effects! A cast that includes a returning Paul Walker, James Remar, Eva Mendes, a pre-Yellowstone Cole Hauser, Mark Boone Junior, Devon Aoki, Ludacris, and Tyrese Gibson starting out as somewhat of a Dom Toretto wannabe before finding his character as the movie goes on! The entry of the series with possibly the least sense of "family," you never realized you could miss Vin Diesel so much! In addition, Alex shares his spoiler-free thoughts on Crime 101, Psycho Killer, and the original Hunger Games quadrilogy! You can find Death Don't Do Fiction on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends! The Death Don't Do Fiction podcast brings you the latest in movie news, reviews, and more! Hosted by supposed “industry vets,” Alex Harris and Tim Gardiner, the show gives you a peek behind the scenes from two filmmakers with oddly nonexistent filmographies. You can find Alex on Twitter, Bluesky, or Letterboxd @actionharris. This episode's guest, Bill Mueller, can be found on Bluesky. Tim can't be found on social media because he doesn't exist. If you have any questions or suggestions for the Death Don't Do Fiction crew, they can be reached at aiptmoviespod@gmail.com, or you can find them on Twitter or Instagram @aiptmoviespod. Theme song is “We Got it Goin On” by Cobra Man.

Four film lovers revisit The Matrix (1999) for the first time in years.   The action still holds up. The philosophical ideas still land. But the script? That's where things get complicated. We break down the Hong Kong cinema influences Hollywood never credited, the Dark City and Invisibles connections, what Keanu Reeves actually brings to Neo, and whether the Wachowskis wrote a cyberpunk masterpiece or got carried by everyone around them.   Plus: our 10-point rating and the one scene that still divides the room.   Ready to stop paying more than you have to? New customers can make the switch today and, for a limited time, get unlimited premium wireless for just $15 per month! Switch now at https://mintmobile.com/FOURPLAY. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Find our The Matrix Reloaded review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-02-04T04_00_00-08_00 In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Matrix Revolutions', discussing their initial impressions, character arcs, and the film's themes. They explore the reintroduction of characters, the fight for Zion, and the roles of Neo and Agent Smith. The conversation delves into the film's dialogue, character development, and the overarching themes of choice and consequence, ultimately reflecting on the film's impact and legacy in the Matrix franchise.----------Highlights: 0:00 ‘The Matrix Revolutions' Introduction3:42 Opening of the Film10:08 Themes of the Film12:39 The Fight at Zion25:05 The Helm's Deep Comparison36:50 Neo & The Machines51:26 Agent Smith & The Machines1:00:38 Themes & Messages1:03:07 Lasting Impact#matrix #matrixrevolutions #characteranalysis #alostplot #wachowskis #sciencefiction #movie #film #filmthoughts 

Olympics, WBC stuff, more clubhouse bidets, things of that nature. Go to Patreon.com/BattingAround and sign up at the Slapdick Prospect level to get access to our bonus episodes, including the new Wach Party series where we talk about the films of the Wachowskis.

Josh Boerman of The Worst of All Possible Worlds and Ill Conceived podcasts is here to talk about actually going to see Melania, bad vibes in Maryland, the vibe stabilization efforts of the Mets' offseason, the Tarik Skubal situation, Derek Falvey and the Twins' conscious uncoupling, the latest Epstein Files tranche, and Mike Trout's new med bed company. Support the show at Patreon.com/BattingAround and get access to our bonus episodes, including our new Wach Party series on the films of the Wachowskis.

We're flooring it into the Audience Request Month finale with the Wachowskis' bold, misunderstood masterpiece Speed Racer — and we're joined by special guest Grizz from 93.1 KISS FM to help us cross the finish line.We talk about the film's hyper-stylized visuals, emotional core, and why Speed Racer has become a full-on cult favorite over the years. From family, legacy, and racing for the right reasons, to why this movie feels more sincere than people ever gave it credit for, this episode is all gas and no brakes.Loud, colorful, heartfelt, and unapologetically earnest — the perfect way to end Request Month.

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Find our discussion on our rating system here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-01-10T23_10_31-08_00 In this episode, Maverick and Andrew delve into the 2005 film 'V for Vendetta', exploring its themes, character development, and execution. They discuss their initial impressions and ratings, the significance of the opening scene, and the complexities of the main characters, including Evie, V, and Chief Inspector Finch. The conversation highlights the film's symbolism, narrative structure, and the effectiveness of its characters in conveying the overarching message of resistance against tyranny. The conversation critiques the film's messaging, noting its preachiness and lack of nuanced character development, while also acknowledging its cultural impact and legacy.----------Highlights:0:00 'V for Vendetta' Introduction4:37 Opening Scene10:12 Is Evey Hammond Compelling?19:10 Gordon Deitrich22:11 Chief Inspector Eric Finch26:03 V: A Hero or a Villain?35:50 How V for Vendetta Raises the Stakes52:58 Themes and Messages of the Film1:00:14 Lasting Impact#vforvendetta #eveyhammond #dystopian #dystopianbritain #alostplot #hugoweaving #natalieportman #alanmoore 

We sit down with legendary artist Geof Darrow to discuss the new Dark Horse collection, The Shaolin Cowboy: Beginning of the End Results--21 Years of Blood, Sweat, and Chainsaws HC, celebrating over two decades of his hyper-detailed, Eisner Award-winning series about an unnamed former Shaolin monk wandering with his talking mule. Geof shares how the series was inspired by Kung Fu, Kurosawa's Yojimbo, and Zatoichi, his collaboration with Frank Miller who advised against putting "cowboy" in the title (which he ignored), his Matrix storyboard work with the Wachowskis who wrote the opening dialogue for the original Burlyman run, and his approach to creating densely detailed pages filled with absurd violence like battling a giant shark using two chainsaws tied to a stick. We get into his "I thought it would be funny" creative philosophy and celebrate what 21 years of this gonzo series means in one definitive collection. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We sit down with legendary artist Geof Darrow to discuss the new Dark Horse collection, The Shaolin Cowboy: Beginning of the End Results--21 Years of Blood, Sweat, and Chainsaws HC, celebrating over two decades of his hyper-detailed, Eisner Award-winning series about an unnamed former Shaolin monk wandering with his talking mule. Geof shares how the series was inspired by Kung Fu, Kurosawa's Yojimbo, and Zatoichi, his collaboration with Frank Miller who advised against putting "cowboy" in the title (which he ignored), his Matrix storyboard work with the Wachowskis who wrote the opening dialogue for the original Burlyman run, and his approach to creating densely detailed pages filled with absurd violence like battling a giant shark using two chainsaws tied to a stick. We get into his "I thought it would be funny" creative philosophy and celebrate what 21 years of this gonzo series means in one definitive collection.Support the show___________________Check out video versions of this and other episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/dollarbinbandits!If you like this podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you found this episode. And if you really like this podcast, become a member of the Dollar Bin Boosters on Patreon: patreon.com/DollarBinBoosters.You can follow us @dollarbinbandits on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky, or @DBBandits on X. You can email us at dollarbinbandits@gmail.com.___________________Dollar Bin Bandits is the official podcast of TwoMorrows Publishing. Check out their fine publications at twomorrows.com. ___________________ Thank you to Sam Fonseca for our theme music, Sean McMillan for our graphics, and Pat McGrath for our logo.

Erik Childress and Peter Sobczynski close out the year in physical media with a lot of suggestions for your Christmas baskets. For the more adventurous who don't mind a little darkness with their holidays you have Paul Thomas Anderson's adult film industry epic and the booze-filled trip through sin city that won Nicolas Cage his Oscar. There is sci-fi anime, David Cronenberg's tale of infection and the Wachowskis' epic journey of conspiracy and souls. Joe Dante's sprawling dare of a film experience finally comes home…if you can get it. For those who need to laugh, four of the classic Pink Panther films have been upgraded. And for the kid in all of us that we could all get in touch with these holidays, the original Turtles in a Half-Shell get a box set, Tim Burton's timeless debut with Pee-Wee Herman and everyone's favorite talking pig are all here for you. All this plus our thoughts on the tragic murder of Rob Reiner.1:40 - A Tribute to Rob Reiner5:44 - Criterion (Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (4K), David Byrne's American Utopia (4K))17:44 - Warner Archive (On Borrowed Time)23:14 – Warner Bros. (Boogie Nights (4K))34:00 - Shout Factory (Rabid (1977) (4K), Leaving Las Vegas (4K), Perfect Blue (4K), Cloud Atlas (4K))1:07:51 - Kino (Scars of Dracula (4K), Walking Tall (2004) (4K), The Pink Panther (1963) (4K), A Shot in the Dark (4K), The Pink Panther Strikes Again (4K), Revenge of the Pink Panther (4K), Babe (4K), Babe: Pig in the City (4K))2:15:52 - Arrow (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Trilogy (4K))2:36:02 - Vinegar Syndrome (The Movie Orgy)2:48:38 - New TV & Theatrical Titles On Blu-ray (Wally Gator: The Complete Series, Lippy the Lion & Hardy Har Har: The Complete Series, Monk: The Complete Series, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Black Phone 2 (4K), Bugonia (4K), Christmas Eve in Miller's Point, Good Night, and Good Luck: Live from Broadway, Hot Spring Shark Attack, Thank You Very Much)CLICK 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

In this multi-part series, we've focused on just one movie to explore a key idea in film studies. But this one choice means we've left out multitudes. Here is the larger set of also-rans we wrestled with before finally choosing “The Death of Stalin”.***Referenced media in GATEWAY CINEMA, Episode 19A:“The Running Man” (Paul Michael Glaser, 1987)“The Jerky Boys: The Movie” (James Melkonian, 1995)“The Manitou” (William Girdler, 1978)“Star Trek” (Gene Roddenberry, 1966-1969)“Rumble in the Bronx” (Stanley Tong, 1995)“Police Story” (Jackie Chan, 1985)“Drunken Master” (Yuen Woo-ping, 1978)“The Room” (Tommy Wiseau, 2003)“House of Wax” (Jaume Collet-Serra, 2005)“House of Wax” (Andre de Toth, 1953)“The Man Who Would Be King” (John Huston, 1975)“Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood” (Quentin Tarantino, 2019)“Kill Bill, vol. 1” (Quentin Tarantino, 2003)“Inglourious Basterds” (Quentin Tarantino, 2009)“The Wicker Man” (Robin Hardy, 1973)“The Equalizer” (Michael Sloan and Richard Linkheim, 1985-1989)“Cloud Atlas” (Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis, 2012)“The Ladykillers” (Joel and Ethan Coen, 2004)“Bulworth” (Warren Beatty, 1998)Audio quotation in GATEWAY CINEMA, Episode 19A:“Vintage Movie Projector | Sound Effect | Feel The Past Film Industry” by n Beats, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhUICp5XeJ4“Film Clapperboard Green Screen Effect With Sound” by Jacob Anderson, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1sEiCa-yic“Slide projector changing with clicks” by (Soundsnap), https://www.soundsnap.com/tags/slide_projector?page=2“Where No Man Has Gone Before” (1966) by Alexander Courage, shared by Paul Hill, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaY8XFbq-Hg&list=RDZaY8XFbq-Hg&start_radio=1“Prelude: The Atlas March” (2012) by Tom Tykwer, Reinhold Heil, and Johnny Klimek, shared by Gall Anonim, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsR1TWq-eGPwlHk6CDmdqVAci6xbd9nu5 

Please enjoy a little post Thanksgiving treat of a preview of our Patreon-only episode released today on Patreon. We went hard in the paint on V for Vendetta, talking about all the many many trans metaphors of the Wachowskis, all the masks that we wear, and fighting fascism - a message that somehow continues being relevant no matter how popular movies about it get.If you want to join the patreon, click on the link in the notes on every episode. For five dollars a month you get an extra episode every month and ad free episodes on our Patreon feed!Be sure to come back next week to talk about the Alfred Hitchcock classic with perhaps the most homoerotic tension (yes, more than Rope) it's The Birds!Take our listener survey: http://bit.ly/progressivelyhorrified-surveySign up to support Progressively Horrified on Patreon for as little as $5 a month and get bonus episodes! https://www.patreon.com/c/progressivelyhorrified Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus podcast we are tying into our Noir-vember conversation on John Dahl by talking about another influential 90's neo-noir, namely Bound. Over the course of our sprawling discussion you will hear us try to identify where exactly The Wachowskis came from, as they seemingly came out of nowhere, and how their directorial debut charted the course for them to eventually direct The Matrix. We also talk about warping and subverting noir staples by introducing a lesbian angle, Jennifer Tilly as a femme fatale and how through the use of decisive and sweeping visuals, the pair of directors managed to breathe a lot of fresh air into what essentially is a familiar genre template. Finally, we spare a few moments to wonder if it had been a good idea to hire a few extras to wander the set, what we think about Joe Pantoliano with hair and how the thin wall gimmick foreshadowed a key moment in The Matrix. Tune in and enjoy!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our patreon at patreon.com/uncutgemspod (3$/month)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support us by gaining access to this show in full in addition to ALL of our exclusive podcasts, such as bonus tie-ins, themed retrospectives and director marathons!Hosts: Jakub Flasz & Randy BurrowsFeaturing: Jak-Luke Sharp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Head over to our website to find out more! (uncutgemspodcast.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Twitter (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@UncutGemsPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and IG (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@UncutGemsPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy us a coffee over at Ko-Fi.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (ko-fi.com/uncutgemspod)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (patreon.com/uncutgemspod)

NEO & TRINITY RETURN 20 YEARS LATER!! The Matrix Resurrections Full Movie Reaction Watch Along: ⁠  / thereelrejects  ⁠ Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit ⁠https://www.shopify.com/rejects⁠! The Matrix (1999) Movie Reaction: ⁠   • THE MATRIX (1999) IS MIND BLOWING! MOVIE R...  ⁠ The Matrix Reloaded (2003) Movie Reaction: ⁠   • THE MATRIX RELOADED (2003) IS FREAKIN' EPI...  ⁠ The Matrix Revolutions (2003) Movie Reaction: ⁠   • THE MATRIX REVOLUTIONS (2003) IS A JAM-PAC...  ⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Now that they've scaled the Wachowskis' iconic original trilogy, Tara & Aaron are plugging BACK in one more time to give their The Matrix Resurrections Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson & Aaron Alexander react to The Matrix Resurrections (2021), Lana Wachowski's mind-bending return to one of the most iconic sci-fi franchises of all time. This long-awaited sequel revisits the world of the Matrix with a blend of metacommentary, romance, and high-concept action — asking what reality means when your memories might be part of the system. Keanu Reeves (John Wick, Speed) is back as Neo / Thomas Anderson, now living a seemingly normal life as a video game designer haunted by visions he can't explain. Carrie-Anne Moss (Memento, Jessica Jones) returns as Trinity / Tiffany, whose connection to Neo remains the emotional core of the saga. As Neo begins to question his reality again, a new resistance emerges to pull him out. The film introduces a new generation of allies, including Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (Watchmen, Aquaman) as Morpheus, Jessica Henwick (Iron Fist, Glass Onion) as the fearless rebel Bugs, and Jonathan Groff (Mindhunter, Hamilton) as the sinister new Agent Smith. Neil Patrick Harris (How I Met Your Mother, Gone Girl) plays The Analyst, a chilling new architect of control, while Priyanka Chopra Jonas (Quantico, The White Tiger) appears as Sati, tied to the Matrix's evolving mysteries. Follow Aaron On Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en⁠ 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

NEO & TRINITY RETURN 20 YEARS LATER!! The Matrix Resurrections Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit https://www.shopify.com/rejects! The Matrix (1999) Movie Reaction:    • THE MATRIX (1999) IS MIND BLOWING! MOVIE R...   The Matrix Reloaded (2003) Movie Reaction:    • THE MATRIX RELOADED (2003) IS FREAKIN' EPI...   The Matrix Revolutions (2003) Movie Reaction:    • THE MATRIX REVOLUTIONS (2003) IS A JAM-PAC...   Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Now that they've scaled the Wachowskis' iconic original trilogy, Tara & Aaron are plugging BACK in one more time to give their The Matrix Resurrections Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson & Aaron Alexander react to The Matrix Resurrections (2021), Lana Wachowski's mind-bending return to one of the most iconic sci-fi franchises of all time. This long-awaited sequel revisits the world of the Matrix with a blend of metacommentary, romance, and high-concept action — asking what reality means when your memories might be part of the system. Keanu Reeves (John Wick, Speed) is back as Neo / Thomas Anderson, now living a seemingly normal life as a video game designer haunted by visions he can't explain. Carrie-Anne Moss (Memento, Jessica Jones) returns as Trinity / Tiffany, whose connection to Neo remains the emotional core of the saga. As Neo begins to question his reality again, a new resistance emerges to pull him out. The film introduces a new generation of allies, including Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (Watchmen, Aquaman) as Morpheus, Jessica Henwick (Iron Fist, Glass Onion) as the fearless rebel Bugs, and Jonathan Groff (Mindhunter, Hamilton) as the sinister new Agent Smith. Neil Patrick Harris (How I Met Your Mother, Gone Girl) plays The Analyst, a chilling new architect of control, while Priyanka Chopra Jonas (Quantico, The White Tiger) appears as Sati, tied to the Matrix's evolving mysteries. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en 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

This podcast episode delves into the cinematic missteps of "Jupiter Ascending," a film that exemplifies the phenomenon of unintended humor despite its earnest intentions. We assert that the film, laden with ambitious concepts and a star-studded cast, ultimately succumbs to a plethora of narrative and casting misjudgments that render it both perplexing and unintentionally amusing. The discussion navigates the film's failings, particularly its convoluted plot and the peculiar performances that result in moments of levity rather than the intended gravitas. We analyze how the Wachowskis' world-building prowess is overshadowed by awkward character portrayals, particularly Channing Tatum's role, which fails to resonate with audiences. Through a thorough examination of these elements, we engage in a reflective discourse on the film's potential and the myriad ways it could have been executed more effectively.Support us:https://www.patreon.com/whatsourverdictEmail us: hosts@whatsourverdict.comFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatsourverdictTwitter: @whatsourverdictInstagram: @whatsourverdictYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC-K_E-ofs3b85BnoU4R6liAVisit us:www.whatsourverdict.com

THE BATTLE OF ZION & NEO'S ULTIMATE SACRIFICE!! The Matrix: Reloaded 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! The Matrix (1999) Movie Reaction: ⁠   • THE MATRIX (1999) IS MIND BLOWING! MOVIE R...  ⁠ The Matrix Reloaded (2003) Movie Reaction: ⁠   • THE MATRIX RELOADED (2003) IS FREAKIN' EPI...  ⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Now caught up w/ the Wachowskis' seminal 1999 Sci-Fi Classic & its sequel, Tara & Aaron are plugging BACK in to complete the original Matrix Trilogy, giving their The Matrix Revolutions Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson & Aaron Alexander react to The Matrix Revolutions (2003), the explosive and visually ambitious finale of the Wachowskis' groundbreaking cyberpunk trilogy. Blending philosophy, war-scale action, and mind-bending sci-fi concepts, the third film brings Neo's journey toward destiny and sacrifice to its emotional conclusion. Keanu Reeves (John Wick, Speed) returns as Neo, fighting to save both the human world and the digital Matrix from annihilation. Carrie-Anne Moss (Memento, Jessica Jones) reprises her role as Trinity, whose bond with Neo anchors the trilogy's emotional core. Laurence Fishburne (John Wick: Chapter 4, Apocalypse Now) again commands the screen as Morpheus, facing the possibility that the prophecy may not be what it seemed. Hugo Weaving (V for Vendetta, Lord of the Rings) delivers a chilling final performance as Agent Smith, whose viral replication threatens to consume the entire Matrix. Key supporting performances include Jada Pinkett Smith (Set It Off, Gotham) as the fearless pilot Niobe, Mary Alice (The Matrix Revolutions, The Oracle) as The Oracle, Ian Bliss as the menacing Bane, and Harry Lennix (Man of Steel, The Blacklist) as Commander Lock. Follow Aaron On Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en⁠ 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

THE BATTLE OF ZION & NEO'S ULTIMATE SACRIFICE!! The Matrix: Reloaded 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! The Matrix (1999) Movie Reaction:    • THE MATRIX (1999) IS MIND BLOWING! MOVIE R...   The Matrix Reloaded (2003) Movie Reaction:    • THE MATRIX RELOADED (2003) IS FREAKIN' EPI...   Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Now caught up w/ the Wachowskis' seminal 1999 Sci-Fi Classic & its sequel, Tara & Aaron are plugging BACK in to complete the original Matrix Trilogy, giving their The Matrix Revolutions Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson & Aaron Alexander react to The Matrix Revolutions (2003), the explosive and visually ambitious finale of the Wachowskis' groundbreaking cyberpunk trilogy. Blending philosophy, war-scale action, and mind-bending sci-fi concepts, the third film brings Neo's journey toward destiny and sacrifice to its emotional conclusion. Keanu Reeves (John Wick, Speed) returns as Neo, fighting to save both the human world and the digital Matrix from annihilation. Carrie-Anne Moss (Memento, Jessica Jones) reprises her role as Trinity, whose bond with Neo anchors the trilogy's emotional core. Laurence Fishburne (John Wick: Chapter 4, Apocalypse Now) again commands the screen as Morpheus, facing the possibility that the prophecy may not be what it seemed. Hugo Weaving (V for Vendetta, Lord of the Rings) delivers a chilling final performance as Agent Smith, whose viral replication threatens to consume the entire Matrix. Key supporting performances include Jada Pinkett Smith (Set It Off, Gotham) as the fearless pilot Niobe, Mary Alice (The Matrix Revolutions, The Oracle) as The Oracle, Ian Bliss as the menacing Bane, and Harry Lennix (Man of Steel, The Blacklist) as Commander Lock. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en 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

Think film noir is all detectives and femme fatales? Think again. Kristy and Jeff trade daylight for streetlights as they slip into the smoky, shadowy world of Noirvember — a month-long celebration of crime, cynicism, and cinematic style. From doomed lovers to desperate antiheroes, this episode proves that in film noir, everyone's guilty of something. 

This week on ClapperCast, Jak-Luke Sharp joins Carson Timar to travel back to The Wachowskis' 2008 film, Speed Racer!Subscribe on Patreon for Bonus Episodes & Early Access: https://www.patreon.com/clappercastpodEmail us at ClapperCast@gmail.com- Social Media Links -Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClapperPodcastLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/clappercast/Carson Timar: https://bsky.app/profile/carsontimar.bsky.socialJak-Luke Sharp: https://twitter.com/JakLukeSharpCreate Your Podcast on Zencastr Today: https://zencastr.com/?via=clappercastThanks for Watching!

FREE YOUR MIND!! The Matrix: Reloaded Full Movie Reaction Watch Along: ⁠  / thereelrejects  ⁠ The Matrix (1999) Movie Reaction: ⁠   • THE MATRIX (1999) IS MIND BLOWING! MOVIE R...  ⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Now that they've caught up with the Wachowskis' seminal 1999 Sci-Fi Classic, Tara & Aaron are plugging BACK in to give their The Matrix Reloaded Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson & Aaron Alexander react to The Matrix Reloaded (2003), the high-octane sci-fi action sequel from visionary filmmakers Lana & Lilly Wachowski (The Matrix, Cloud Atlas, Sense8). The second chapter in the groundbreaking cyberpunk saga pushes the limits of reality, philosophy, and visual effects — expanding the mythology that redefined modern cinema. Keanu Reeves (John Wick, Speed) returns as Neo, the prophesied “One” caught between destiny and doubt as he continues his fight to free humanity from the machine world. Carrie-Anne Moss (Memento, Jessica Jones) reprises her role as the fierce and loyal Trinity, while Laurence Fishburne (John Wick: Chapter 4, Apocalypse Now) commands the screen once again as Morpheus, searching for the elusive Keymaker to unlock humanity's salvation. The film also features Hugo Weaving (V for Vendetta, Lord of the Rings Trilogy) as the ever-duplicating Agent Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith (Gotham, Set It Off) as Niobe, Monica Bellucci (Spectre, Malèna) as the alluring Persephone, and Lambert Wilson (The Serpent, Cat Run 2) as the enigmatic Merovingian. Iconic and highly searched moments include the epic freeway chase, Neo's gravity-defying Burly Brawl against hundreds of Agent Smiths, the Zion dance sequence, the Keymaker's introduction, and the Architect's mind-bending revelation. Combining philosophical depth with revolutionary visual effects, The Matrix Reloaded stands as one of the most ambitious action sequels ever made — a film that expanded the universe and reshaped the boundaries of sci-fi storytelling. Follow Aaron On Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en⁠ 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

FREE YOUR MIND!! The Matrix: Reloaded Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   The Matrix (1999) Movie Reaction:    • THE MATRIX (1999) IS MIND BLOWING! MOVIE R...   Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Now that they've caught up with the Wachowskis' seminal 1999 Sci-Fi Classic, Tara & Aaron are plugging BACK in to give their The Matrix Reloaded Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson & Aaron Alexander react to The Matrix Reloaded (2003), the high-octane sci-fi action sequel from visionary filmmakers Lana & Lilly Wachowski (The Matrix, Cloud Atlas, Sense8). The second chapter in the groundbreaking cyberpunk saga pushes the limits of reality, philosophy, and visual effects — expanding the mythology that redefined modern cinema. Keanu Reeves (John Wick, Speed) returns as Neo, the prophesied “One” caught between destiny and doubt as he continues his fight to free humanity from the machine world. Carrie-Anne Moss (Memento, Jessica Jones) reprises her role as the fierce and loyal Trinity, while Laurence Fishburne (John Wick: Chapter 4, Apocalypse Now) commands the screen once again as Morpheus, searching for the elusive Keymaker to unlock humanity's salvation. The film also features Hugo Weaving (V for Vendetta, Lord of the Rings Trilogy) as the ever-duplicating Agent Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith (Gotham, Set It Off) as Niobe, Monica Bellucci (Spectre, Malèna) as the alluring Persephone, and Lambert Wilson (The Serpent, Cat Run 2) as the enigmatic Merovingian. Iconic and highly searched moments include the epic freeway chase, Neo's gravity-defying Burly Brawl against hundreds of Agent Smiths, the Zion dance sequence, the Keymaker's introduction, and the Architect's mind-bending revelation. Combining philosophical depth with revolutionary visual effects, The Matrix Reloaded stands as one of the most ambitious action sequels ever made — a film that expanded the universe and reshaped the boundaries of sci-fi storytelling. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en 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

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts don their Guy Fawkes masks and look back at V for Vendetta, 20 years after its premiere. What began as a cautionary tale about authoritarian control, surveillance, and manufactured fear feels eerily prophetic two decades later. The crew revisits the Wachowskis-produced classic, exploring how its themes of rebellion, censorship, and identity hit harder in today's world than ever before. From Hugo Weaving's chillingly poetic performance to Natalie Portman's transformation as Evey Hammond, we reflect on how the film's dystopian vision has crept frighteningly close to reality—and why V for Vendetta remains a timeless rallying cry for freedom and truth. Please leave us a review on ITunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters! Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise! All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at ComicBookClique@Gmail.com! You Are Worthy!  ComicBook Clique Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree

In this episode, we break down The Matrix (1999) and explore why it remains one of the most revolutionary sci-fi movies ever made. We dive into the Wachowskis' brilliant direction, the philosophical questions about free will, reality, and control, and how the film's groundbreaking visuals changed the industry forever. From Neo's awakening to the deeper symbolism of the red and blue pills, we analyze what makes The Matrix so much more than just an action movie — it's a cinematic experience that redefined how audiences think about technology, identity, and truth. Chapters: 00:00 Intro: Open your mind 6:02 All of the Christian symbolism 14:22 The amazing and shocking career of Keanu Reeves 18:24 The original casting for Neo and Morpheus 23:24 They really thought this movie out & coincidences 31:51 Agent Smith, Cypher, and details 36:26 Did Gray think he wasn't The Chosen One 42:03 Neo's character arc into the chosen one 44:46 A funny detail you missed & making this movie 55:23 Every detail you missed 1:00:55 The Matrix box office success & becoming sisters 1:03:40 Our official rating & final thoughts 1:16:07 Cue the music

Before he battles his way through the new Deathstalker this Friday, October 10th, action hero Daniel Bernhardt drops in to discuss how the Wachowskis' action epic The Matrix blew his mind when he first saw in in 1999 – and how he ended up acting in at least one of the sequels. Your genial host Norm Wilner can't believe no one's brought this movie onto the podcast before.

The Matrix was never just science fiction - it was a documentary in disguise. In this episode, we dive into the truth hidden behind the Wachowskis' story and expose the real machinery that runs our world. Governments, corporations, religions, healthcare systems, and economies all mirror the same false design: a copy of reality, slightly distorted, just enough to hook you in and keep you blind to the truth.This is not about fantasy. It's about consciousness. Just like Neo, you were born into bondage, a prison for your mind. And just like Morpheus, I'm here to show you that there is a way out.First, we step into the construct - the space of education, mind management, and the model of alignment. This is where you learn the laws of consciousness - the law of attraction, the law of affinity, the power of thought and belief. These are the rules of the matrix, and because they are rules, they can be bent, hacked, and even rewritten. Here, you train your mind like Neo downloaded Kung Fu - to reprogram your thoughts, elevate your emotions, and create intentional results.Second, once you've mastered the construct, you go back into the matrix. Why? To manipulate for transformation. This is where you take what you've learned and apply it to real life: building wealth, creating businesses, designing relationships, improving health, or even awakening others to their own power. You maximize your human experience by proving what's possible.Finally, we explore the greater mission. You don't have to become a warrior for consciousness - living free in Zion is enough. But every awakened mind weakens the machine. As more of us unplug from the illusion, the false system collapses under its own weight, and we return to a symbiotic, harmonious existence. That's not utopia - that's reality when it's undistorted.The matrix is everywhere, all around you. You feel it when you pay your taxes, when you go to work, when you consume what you've been told is “good.” It's the imitation of life, missing just enough truth to keep you enslaved. And the only way out is through awareness - through waking up to see it for what it is.This episode is a wake-up call. A red pill moment. A chance to see the distortion, to reclaim your consciousness, and to step into freedom. Whether you choose to go further and awaken others, or simply free your own mind, you are already changing the game.Can you see it now, brother? Can you see the imitation? The choice is yours.Until next week - elevate your Alpha.

With F1: The Movie hitting theaters this weekend, Paul and Amy are putting the pedal to the metal as they revisit the Wachowskis' 2008 Speed Racer. They dive into how the film transformed from a box office flop to a cultural hit, explore its hyper-stylized visuals, and give some context on the chimpanzee. This episode is presented by Regal Unlimited,  the all-you-can-watch movie subscription that pays for itself in just two visits. Sign up now in the Regal app: ⁠⁠⁠https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/srumlli8⁠⁠⁠ 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