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PODCAST

The MovieFilm Podcast

Zaki Hasan & Brian Hall

Join film critic Zaki Hasan and television writer Brian Hall as they engage in hilarious and insightful conversations on all the latest out of Hollywood, including news, reviews, and interviews with some of the biggest names in movies!

tv & film

All Episodes

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Episode 114: Kong: Skull Island

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2017/03/14

For our latest episode, the MovieFilm boys go ape for Kong: Skull Island. Listen in as we go deep into a spoiler-filled conversation about the latest attempt to bring the massive monkey to the big screen, this time as part of a “Monster-verse” where he’ll eventually cross paths with fellow movie monster Godzilla. Also, hear Zaki’s interview with actress Mikaela Hoover about her roles in The Belko Experiment, 2 Broke Girls on CBS, and the upcoming TV series The Guest Book. In addition, we also unpack

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Episode 113: Logan

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2017/03/03

Hugh Jackman bids farewell to his beloved big screen alter ego in this weekend’s Logan, and the MovieFilm boys are joined by Justin Shanlian of the Shanlian on Batman podcast to discuss our reactions to the much-anticipated X-Men finale. In addition, you can also hear Zaki’s thoughts on the upcoming Beauty and the Beast remake from Disney and his interview with director Mark Pellington about his new film The Last Word, in theaters now. Also, we offer our reflections on the sad passing of Bill

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Episode 112: The Lego Batman Movie & The Great Wall

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2017/02/23

After an extended break, the MovieFilm Podcast is back to talk up the latest batch of new releases out of Hollywood, including smash hit The LEGO Batman Movie and Matt Damon’s period fantasy epic The Great Wall (which Zaki enjoyed more than most). In addition, listen to Zaki discuss the new romantic comedy Their Finest with its co-star, the delightfully droll Bill Nighy. After that, it’s on to headlines, including the tumult behind DC/WB’s The Batman, with star Ben Affleck dropping out of the

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Episode 111: The Founder & Live by Night

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2017/01/25

The boys are back with lots of new releases to unpack! Hear our quick takes on The Founder, Live by Night, xXx: Return of Xander Cage, and Split, and then listen as we discuss the Oscar and Razzie nominations, news that the long-anticipated Neil Blomkamp’s Aliens sequel may be dead while the Terminator franchise may be roaring back to life with creator James Cameron involved. Also: Our thoughts on the new trailers for Power Rangers and CHiPs, and the title for this year’s Star Wars: Episode VIII

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Episode 110: Our Favorite Flicks of 2016!

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2017/01/05

Happy new year! It’s a super-sized episode of the show as we take a look back at our top ten favorite flicks from the year just passed. With varied lists that include everything from big budget epics like Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Captain America: Civil War to smaller releases like Hunt for the Wilderpeople and Hell or High Water, we go through the reasons why these were the movies that rose to the top for us. Where did we end up ranking them? You’ll have to listen to find out! But that’s not

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Episode 109: Rogue One Fallout

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/12/21

In a first for us, it’s two episodes in one week for the MovieFilm Podcast! After dissecting Rogue One: A Star Wars Story last time, we have thoughts on Hacksaw Ridge, Silence, The Founder, and more, and Zaki goes into the ethical issues of new sci-fi romance Passengers, starring Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence. In addition, hear an interview with director Damien Chazelle and composer Justin Hurwitz about their charming musical La La Land, in theaters now. After that, it’s a rundown of trailers:

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Episode 108: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/12/18

This week’s release of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story means the Force is back in force! To celebrate the occasion, the boys go rogue and dispense with traditional format in favor of a full-on, Star Wars-centric discussion for the full ninety minutes! Listen in as Brian and Zaki give their takes on the latest entry of the storied Star Wars franchise, unpacking the plot, dissecting the details, opining on the music, picking out the Easter eggs, and just generally giving an unvarnished, spoiler-filled

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Commentary Track: Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire...

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/12/14

Last year around this time we did a commentary talking through the original 1977 Star Wars (a.k.a. A New Hope), and with this week’s impending release of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (read my review here), we thought it was a perfect opportunity to fire up yet another commentary track, this time talking through arguably the greatest Star Wars of all time, 1980’s The Empire Strikes Back. Whether you queue up your blu-ray and watch along with us, or just listen to the track separately while you drive

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Episode 107: Arrival

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/11/30

After a brief layover, the MovieFilm boys are back to unpack a whole raft of new releases! Listen in as Brian and Zaki discuss Moana, Miss Sloane, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and more! Plus, a spoiler-filled conversation about the thought-provokig new sci-fi spectacle Arrival. But that’s not all! There’s also plenty of headlines to cover, including the death of Brady Bunch mom Florence Henderson, plans for a Nintendo theme park, and more Avatar sequels on the way — whether we want them

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Episode 106: Doctor Strange

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/11/04

Things get very strange in this episode of the MovieFilm Podcast — Doctor Strange, that is! Yes, the latest superhero epic from Marvel Studios hit theaters last night, but we’re already up with an in-depth, spoiler-filled conversation unpacking the Benedict Cumberbatch blockbuster. What did we think? Is it worth rushing out to see? Listen in to find out! In addition, you can also hear quick takes on the supremely relevant political doc Weiner, and Ron Howard & Tom Hanks’ failed franchise

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Episode 105: The Accountant

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/10/19

For the latest MovieFilm show, the boys discuss the Ben Affleck starrer The Accountant, as well as some quick takes on HBO’s Westworld, and Brian’s belated reaction to The Magnificent Seven. In addition, get our thoughts on Fox mainstay The Simpsons hitting 600 episodes, and the new trailers for Powers Ranges and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Also, listen to Zaki’s interview with star Ewan McGregor as he discusses his directorial debut, American Pastoral, as well as what it’s like to be Obi-Wan

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Episode 104: TV’s Lethal Weapon

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/10/05

It’s a light week at the movies, but that doesn’t mean Zaki and Brian don’t have plenty of topics to cover on the latest show! To start things off, we look at some select highlights and lowlights of the fall TV season, including the reboots of Lethal Weapon and MacGyver, as well as the new Fox animated offering Son of Zorn, and more. From there, it’s on to headlines, including Ben Affleck’s comments on the negative reaction to Batman v. Superman, and news that Jon Favreau is helming a brand new

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Episode 103: Sully / Snowden / The Magnificent Seven

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/09/22

With fall movie season upon us, Brian and Zaki are back to offer quick takes on a whole host of new releases, including Clint Eastwood’s Sully, Oliver Stone’s Snowden, and the new Antoine Fuqua- Denzel Washington pairing, The Magnificent Seven. In addition, get our thoughts on the trailers for the upcoming films Live By Night and Passengers, and listen in as we discuss the passing of director Curtis Hanson and other headlines out of Hollywood, plus check out Zaki’s interview with the filmmakers

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Episode 102: Summer Movie Season in Review

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/09/09

Continuing an annual post-Labor Day tradition at the MovieFilm show, Brian and Zaki reunite after a brief hiatus to look back at the summer’s crop of releases big and small. From April’s The Jungle Book to last month’s Ben-Hur, and almost everything in between, we reexamine the hits, the misses, the should’ve-been-bigger, and the understandably-flopped from the summer season just ended. But that’s not all: Before the main events, we also pause to pay tribute to the late, great Gene Wilder,

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Episode 101: Suicide Squad

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/08/17

The MovieFilm boys are back with their thoughts on the late summer smash Suicide Squad! Find out what we thought of the latest DC Comics adaptation as we offer our takes on what worked and what didn’t. In addition, Zaki discusses why the fourth time may not be the charm when it comes to Matt Damon in Jason Bourne. But that’s not all! Hear our interview with Parker Sawyers & Tika Sumpter about the charming romantic dramedy Southside With You, as well as fast talk on the latest headlines out of

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Episode 100: Star Trek Beyond

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/07/26

It’s the big 100th episode the MovieFilm Podcast! And for this extra-special installment Zaki & Brian are joined by special guest (and former co-host) Sean Coyle! After reminiscing about the origins of the show and what led to its creation, Zaki describes his recent invitation to a presidential reception at the White House, and then the gang gets into discussing the latest news and trailers out of Comic-Con, including our first looks at Justice League, Wonder Woman, and Kong: Skull Island. (We also

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Episode 99: Ghostbusters (2016)

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/07/20

The MoveFilm boys are back with their thoughts on one of the most anticipated and most divisive movies of the year: Ghostbusters! Yes, now that the Paul Feig-directed reboot of the ’80s property is actually in theaters, we can discuss it from an informed perspective. Listen in to hear our takes, what we liked, what we didn’t like, and where we’d like to see things go next. But that’s not all! Hear Brian’s thoughts on the Netflix original series Stranger Things, as well as quick takes on Star Trek

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Episode 98: Independence Day: Resurgence

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/06/29

Welcome (back) to Earth! Brian and Zaki anticipate the fourth of July by discussing director Roland Emmerich’s Independence Day: Resurgence, the Fox sequel that’s either twenty years in the making or about seventeen years too late, depending on your point-of-view. But that’s not all: We also have quick takes on the new “Ultimate Edition” of Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice and Warner Bros.’ The Legend of Tarzan, the latest attempt to reboot the classic Jungle Lord for the big screen. In addition,

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Episode 97: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the...

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/06/14

Cowabunga! Strap on your nunchucks and get your pizza on as Zaki and Brian discuss the sequel Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows, and why it’s ended up disappointing at the box office despite being a much better movie than its predecessor. In addition, they also talk the video game adaptation Warcraft, and offer some thoughts on the planned Ocean’s 11 spin-off film and Netflix’s upcoming Stranger Things miniseries. All that, plus the usual Star Wars news, listener letters, and witty

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Episode 96: X-Men: Apocalypse

The MovieFilm Podcast ·

2016/06/01

This week the MovieFilm gang dives deep into a spoiler-filled dissection of the latest — though far from greatest — entry in Fox’s long-running X-Men feature film franchise, Apocalypse. We get into the story, praise what works, and offer our thoughts on what doesn’t. In addition, hear Zaki’s interview with the delightful Emilia Clarke about her new romantic drama Me Before You as well as her continuing work on Game of Thrones.All that, plus some thoughts on Disney’s Alice Through the Looking Glass

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