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Cinema IRL

Amber Noelle & Scott Gerhardt

Movies give us countless scenarios and situations the characters have to navigate. Well, how would YOU handle these situations in you were in their place? Amber, Scott and the occasional guest tackle this very topic. We"re not a review show, but there are enough opinions between us you"ll get a little of that too. We mostly try to keep it lighthearted and funny. Sometimes we succeed, sometimes not so much, but it"s usually entertaining nonetheless, or at least we hope

tv & film philosophy

All Episodes

28:53

E219 - Anniversary - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/01

This week, we're diving into Anniversary, a film that paints a chilling picture of a future America where a radical movement called "The Change" takes hold. Join us as we unpack how a seemingly well-adjusted family gets swept up in the chaos, testing loyalties and unravelling their lives. We’re talking government overreach, dangerous ideologies, and whether you’d sacrifice your family for your principles (spoiler: we have opinions).

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31:44

E218 - Regretting You - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/28

This episode of Cinema IRL unpacks the twisty, emotional rollercoaster that is Regretting You. We’re talking devastating betrayals, secrets unearthed, and the awkward moment your daughter catches you kissing your husband's former best friend. Prepare for some spicy takes on grief, regret, and why you should probably clean out your husband’s toolbox.

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31:43

E218 - Regretting You - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/28

This episode of Cinema IRL unpacks the twisty, emotional rollercoaster that is Regretting You. We’re talking devastating betrayals, secrets unearthed, and the awkward moment your daughter catches you kissing your husband's former best friend. Prepare for some spicy takes on grief, regret, and why you should probably clean out your husband’s toolbox.

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15:08

E217 - Tron:Ares - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/26

This episode of Cinema IRL takes on Tron: Ares, a film that proves AI's potential for both saving the world and, you know, blowing it up. The crew unpacks the digital-to-physical transfer, the ethics of sentient code, and whether we're destined to be enslaved by our own creations. Prepare for a deep dive into digital dangers and a philosophical debate about 3D-printed food.

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15:07

E217 - Tron:Ares - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/26

This episode of Cinema IRL takes on Tron: Ares, a film that proves AI's potential for both saving the world and, you know, blowing it up. The crew unpacks the digital-to-physical transfer, the ethics of sentient code, and whether we're destined to be enslaved by our own creations. Prepare for a deep dive into digital dangers and a philosophical debate about 3D-printed food.

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34:15

E216 – The Smashing Machine - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/25

The crew dives into the biopic of MMA legend Mark Kerr—aka the Smashing Machine—unpacking his early UFC glory, opioid spiral, and a love life that kept him on the edge of a gun. From the “punch‑machine” gag that proves you can laugh while punching a bag to the moment Dawn holds a gun to her own head, the episode balances hard‑hitting analysis with a dose of irreverent banter.

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34:14

E216 – The Smashing Machine - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/25

The crew dives into the biopic of MMA legend Mark Kerr—aka the Smashing Machine—unpacking his early UFC glory, opioid spiral, and a love life that kept him on the edge of a gun. From the “punch‑machine” gag that proves you can laugh while punching a bag to the moment Dawn holds a gun to her own head, the episode balances hard‑hitting analysis with a dose of irreverent banter.

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20:13

E215 - Shelby Oaks - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/24

In this episode, we dissect the bizarre horror‑comedy “Shelby Oaks,” where a YouTuber’s missing‑sister saga turns into a full‑blown demon baby crisis. We riff on the film’s over‑the‑top paranormal pranks, the 12‑year‑long mystery, and a side‑story about a guy who “needs to keep his genitals attached.” The crew laughs (and cringes) at the absurd dialogue while pointing out the deeper, spooky undercurrent that lurks behind every joke. **Bullets:**

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20:12

E215 - Shelby Oaks - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/24

In this episode, we dissect the bizarre horror‑comedy “Shelby Oaks,” where a YouTuber’s missing‑sister saga turns into a full‑blown demon baby crisis. We riff on the film’s over‑the‑top paranormal pranks, the 12‑year‑long mystery, and a side‑story about a guy who “needs to keep his genitals attached.” The crew laughs (and cringes) at the absurd dialogue while pointing out the deeper, spooky undercurrent that lurks behind every joke. **Bullets:**

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22:20

E214 - Bugonia - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/23

This week, the podcast crew dives into the bizarre world of Bugonia, where conspiracy theorists abduct a CEO convinced she's an alien. Turns out, they might be onto something, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and darkly comedic events. Was the heavy-handed music score a manipulation tactic, or just a distraction?

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22:19

E214 - Bugonia - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/23

This week, the podcast crew dives into the bizarre world of Bugonia, where conspiracy theorists abduct a CEO convinced she's an alien. Turns out, they might be onto something, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and darkly comedic events. Was the heavy-handed music score a manipulation tactic, or just a distraction?

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28:44

E213 - After the Hunt - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/22

This week, we delve into "After the Hunt," where a Yale professor finds herself entangled in a campus scandal when a student accuses a colleague of misconduct, stirring up secrets from her own past. This thriller boasts Julia Roberts, a heavy-handed music score, and bizarre close-ups of hands--as if the actors were perpetually auditioning for a hand-modeling gig. The team dives deep into the he-said-she-said of it all, and whether any of these characters are even remotely likeable.

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28:43

E213 - After the Hunt - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/22

This week, we delve into "After the Hunt," where a Yale professor finds herself entangled in a campus scandal when a student accuses a colleague of misconduct, stirring up secrets from her own past. This thriller boasts Julia Roberts, a heavy-handed music score, and bizarre close-ups of hands--as if the actors were perpetually auditioning for a hand-modeling gig. The team dives deep into the he-said-she-said of it all, and whether any of these characters are even remotely likeable.

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23:07

E212 - If I Had Legs I'd Kick You- What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/21

This week, the podcast crew analyzes the strangely-titled film, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You. The movie follows Linda, a therapist dealing with a lot: a sick child, a missing husband, and a burgeoning crush on her equally-terrible therapist. Is this descent into madness a cautionary tale, or just a melodramatic mess?

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23:06

E212 - If I Had Legs I'd Kick You- What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/21

This week, the podcast crew analyzes the strangely-titled film, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You. The movie follows Linda, a therapist dealing with a lot: a sick child, a missing husband, and a burgeoning crush on her equally-terrible therapist. Is this descent into madness a cautionary tale, or just a melodramatic mess?

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37:54

E211 - Good Fortune - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/20

This week, the podcast crew watches Aziz Ansari's "Good Fortune," a movie where a well-meaning angel swaps the lives of a struggling gig worker and a wealthy venture capitalist, leading to chaos and surprisingly relevant social commentary. They dissect the movie's laugh-out-loud humor and explore all the "What Would You Do?" scenarios that arise when money and morality collide. Was the movie's social commentary on point, or did it fall flat?

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37:53

E211 - Good Fortune - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/20

This week, the podcast crew watches Aziz Ansari's "Good Fortune," a movie where a well-meaning angel swaps the lives of a struggling gig worker and a wealthy venture capitalist, leading to chaos and surprisingly relevant social commentary. They dissect the movie's laugh-out-loud humor and explore all the "What Would You Do?" scenarios that arise when money and morality collide. Was the movie's social commentary on point, or did it fall flat?

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18:32

E210 - Roofman - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/19

This week, we analyze "Roofman," the true story of Jeffrey Manchester, who earned his nickname by robbing McDonald's through their roofs! After escaping from prison, he hides out in a Toys R Us, leading to an unexpectedly complicated life on the lam. Can a life of crime coexist with romance and social obligations?

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18:31

E210 - Roofman - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/19

This week, we analyze "Roofman," the true story of Jeffrey Manchester, who earned his nickname by robbing McDonald's through their roofs! After escaping from prison, he hides out in a Toys R Us, leading to an unexpectedly complicated life on the lam. Can a life of crime coexist with romance and social obligations?

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23:22

E209 – Coyotes - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/11/18

In this episode, the podcast crew subjects themselves to a movie about a family terrorized by coyotes, and the results are as predictable as they are painful. Was it horror? Was it comedy? The only thing for sure is that it was bad PR for our four-legged friends.

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