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Cinema on Tap

Heeeey everybody and welcome to Cinema On Tap, your weekly movie podcast with a refreshing selection of movie reviews and industry topics on tap for discussion. We’ve got a rotating lineup of reviews, top-5’s, flight selections, and of course, beer! Tune in every week with your hosts Scott Lentz and Christian Ubillus (alongside the various friends of the show) for a taster of industry news and an in depth review dependent on the keg we’re tapping that month!

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105:07

S3E44 James L. Brooks: As Good As It Gets

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/11/21

Our time with James L. Brooks comes to a close as we look at his third Best Picture nominee: As Good As It Gets.Jack Nicholson won his third Oscar for playing irascible, OCD-afflicted writer Melvin Udall, with Helen Hunt also winning and Greg Kinnear also nominated. We break down their performances and characters and whether or not they work, while also answering an important question: what the hell is this movie? Plus, our thoughts on The Running Man, Now You See Me Now You Don’t, and more! What’s

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S3E43 James L. Brooks: Broadcast News

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/11/15

James L. Brooks continues as we look at the second film he directed, Broadcast News! This film also received a Best Picture nomination, and may be his most beloved film. Starring Holly Hunter, William Hurt, and Albert Brooks, this film centers on a love triangle that forms between three people working at a news network, while also featuring commentary on the state of journalism circa 1987 that has remained relevant over the years.Our hosts are both watching for the first time, and we break down the

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S3E42 James L. Brooks: Terms of Endearment

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/11/07

We’ve turned the page on spooky season and it’s time for a new monthly theme. With his first film in 15 years releasing in theaters later this year, we’re taking a look at the films of James L. Brooks!To start, Terms of Endearment. This Best Picture-winning film netted Brooks 3 Oscars for his feature directorial debut, also earning Shirley MacClaine and Jack Nicholson awards for their performances. Our hosts at crossing a Best Picture blindspot off their watchlist as they watch one of the most

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S3E41 Pour One Out: The Sting + Annie Hall

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2025/11/02

It may be Halloween, but we’re taking a break from scary stories with Stephen King to say goodbye to a couple of Hollywood legends. Earlier this year, we lost both Robert Redford and Diane Keaton. Oscar winners and icons of the screen, the two of them entertained audiences and made great movies for decades. We discuss both of their careers before reviewing two notable films they starred in, each winning Best Picture: The Sting for Redford, Annie Hall for Keaton. Plus, Scott reveals what’s on the

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90:45

S3E40 Stephen King: Stephen King Flight

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/10/24

Stephen King month draws to a close, and we’ve got a treat for you: a classic Cinema on Tap flight! After doing their homework on King adaptations, Christian and Scott pull together their “flight” of Stephen King movies, the four best entry points to his world on screen. They aren’t always the best movies, or even the best adaptations, but they give you an overall taste of what to expect from Stephen King.Listen along and let us know how we did at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com! With one Friday left

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92:16

S3E39 Stephen King: It

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/10/20

In classic Stephen King fashion, we return to Maine to watch one of the most recent King adaptations: It! A smash hit from just a few years ago, It features Bill Skarsgard as Pennywise the Clown as he attempts to feed on the fear of children in the town of Derry, Maine. This is a personal favorite of Christian’s and a first time watch for Scott. The two discuss the great casting, the scariest sequences, and how this movie compares to other King adaptations. Plus, our thoughts on A House of Dynamite,

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S3E38 Stephen King: The Shining (feat. Joaquin...

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/10/10

Our trip to Stephen King country takes us on a trip out to snowy Colorado for a stay at The Overlook Hotel. It’s time for The Shining!Stanley Kubrick and co-writer Diane Johnson infamously made many changes in their adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, causing King to get so frustrated he wrote a new adaptation for TV himself. Yet, The Shining lives on, and is widely acclaimed as one of Kubrick’s best films. Friend of the show Joaquin Dominguez joins us to discuss one of his most-watched movies of

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S3E37 Stephen King: Carrie

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/10/03

From the works of one of America’s pre-eminent film directors to the works of one of its greatest…authors? October is here, and for our annual spooky season theme we’re watching film adaptations based on the writing of Stephen King!We’re starting back at the beginning with 1976’s Carrie. Sissy Spacek and Piper Laurie broke the horror barrier, earning Oscar nominations for their performances in Brian de Palma’s adaptation of King’s debut novel. We take a moment to discuss King’s general career,

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91:57

S3E36 Paul Thomas Anderson: One Battle After Another

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/10/02

One Battle After Another is finally here. PTA’s new film is being praised by some as not only one of the best films of the year but of the decade so far. After a monthlong look at his filmography, Christian and Scott dive in. Will the PTA fanboy and PTA skeptic find common ground? Or is another argument brewing? (Or, in classic Cinema on Tap fashion—both?). Plus, we reveal who won our summer box office game and gets to pick a bonus episode later this year. What’s your favorite PTA film? Let us know

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S3E35 Paul Thomas Anderson: The Master (feat. Nick...

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/09/21

Paul Thomas Anderson month continues with his follow-up to last week’s film. After the critical acclaim There Will Be Blood received, anticipation for PTA’s next film was high. In 2012, he gave us The Master. The film was visually accomplished, being the first fiction film shot on 65mm since 1996, and thematically dense, bringing a renewed sense of control to PTA’s style. Received warmly by critics and at film festivals, the film has endured despite its box office failure.Featuring Joaquin Phoenix,

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S3E34 Paul Thomas Anderson: There Will Be Blood

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/09/12

Paul Thomas Anderson month continues with the film that many consider to be his masterpiece: There Will Be Blood. PTA teamed up with DDL to tell the story of Daniel Plainview, a turn of the century oilman making his millions, perhaps selling his soul to do it.Acclaimed as one of the best films of 2007, of the 00s, and of the 21st century so far, There Will Be Blood has endured in the popular consciousness thanks to its glowing critical reception and its powerful lead performance (plus, some

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S3E33 Bonus: The 52nd Annual Telluride Film Festival...

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/09/12

We went to Telluride! The 52nd annual Telluride Film Festival was an incredible experience. The festival had everything from Shakespeare to Springsteen. Christian and Scott are joined by new friend of the show Hunter Williams to discuss everything they saw, including new films from Chloe Zhao, Edward Berger, Guillermo del Toro, Yorgos Lanthimos, Kelly Reichardt, Richard Linklater, Noah Baumbach, and more. Which Telluride movie are you most excited to see? Let us know at

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S3E32 Paul Thomas Anderson: Boogie Nights

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/09/05

September is here, and it brings one of 2025’s most anticipated films: Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another. We’re using his new one as an excuse to take a look back through his filmography. First up: Boogie Nights!Anderson’s sophomore feature became his breakout, with solid box office returns and three Oscar nominations. Only 27 when the film released, Anderson’s youthful energy caused on-set clashes with star Burt Reynolds, but also led to a film bursting with energy, loaded with great

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S3E31 Jamie Lee Curtis / Lindsay Lohan: Freaky Friday...

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/08/23

It’s finally time for Lindsay and Jamie to team up! With Freakier Friday in theaters, it’s time to take a look at their original team-up, 2003’s Freaky Friday remake, and the sequel that reunites the two actors after 22 years.Nostalgia for the original movie is strong, but does it hold up? And, is the new film a worthy legacy-quel? Stay tuned for our thoughts! Plus, we rank their performances from this month and discuss some other movies we watched as homework this month. What’s your favorite

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S3E30 Jamie Lee Curtis / Lindsay Lohan: True Lies /...

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2025/08/15

It’s probably the best week we’ve got for our Lindsay Lohan/Jamie Lee Curtis month, as we dive into two of the biggest hits of their respective careers: True Lies and Mean Girls.For True Lies, James Cameron re-teamed with Arnold Schwarzenegger to direct the first $100 million movie, casting Arnie as a spy leading a double life and Jamie Lee as his wife who gets involved in a dangerous adventure of her own. For Mean Girls, Lindsay Lohan broke away from her Disney roots to star in the now iconic high

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S3E29 Jamie Lee Curtis / Lindsay Lohan: Herbie Fully...

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2025/08/11

Lindsay Lohan & Jamie Lee Curtis month continues as we take a look at two big hits from the primes of their respective careers: Herbie: Fully Loaded and A Fish Called Wanda! For Herbie, Disney relied on Lindsay to revive a dormant franchise, teaming her up with Michael Keaton, Justin Long, and Matt Dillon. Although it received mixed reviews, the film was a box office success and one of the final hits of Lohan’s career. Our hosts break down whether it’s deserving of Millennial classic status, or

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S3E28 Jamie Lee Curtis / Lindsay Lohan: Halloween...

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/08/01

August is here, and we’re kicking off a new month on the show. In honor of Freakier Friday, we’re taking a month to look at the careers of Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis! While their paths only crossed with their body-swapping comedy, they both starred in plenty of beloved films. This week, we’re talking about Lohan’s debut and Curtis’ return to a beloved franchise.The Parent Trap introduced the world to Lindsay Lohan and convinced millions of kids that there were actually two of her. Halloween

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01:51:08

S3E27 Superman: Superman (2025)

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/07/26

Superman month draws to a close as we finally discuss James Gunn’s brand new relaunch of the DCU.David Corenswet is our new Clark Kent/Superman, and Gunn’s film begins a few years into his superhero (sorry, *Metahuman*) career. Superman goes through an identity crisis while trying to stop a war and manage his relationship with Lois Land. The supporting cast is led by Rachel Brosnahan as Lois and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. How does the new film compare to prior entires? Is it a success like the

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01:27:39

S3E26 Superman: Man of Steel (feat. Tailon Russell)

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/07/18

Brace yourselves, everyone. It’s Zack Snyder time. Our Superman retrospective takes us to Man of Steel.Henry Cavill’s first outing as Superman has proven divisive over the years. Some people criticize it for a gritty, overly serious tone, while others credit it with a challenging but original take on the character, with expanded mythology to boot. To break it down, we welcome on Tailon Russell of The Comic Panel Podcast to discuss Cavill and Amy Adams, Snyder’s direction, and whether or not they

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01:23:18

S3E25 Superman: Superman Returns

Cinema on Tap ·

2025/07/11

Our month long look at Superman on screen continues. After the failure of Superman IV: Quest for Peace, Warner Brothers worked with half of Hollywood trying to reboot the franchise throughout the 90s and early 00s. Finally, they turned to X-Men director Bryan Singer, resulting in 2006’s Superman Returns.Superman Returns introduced the world to Brandon Routh, another newcomer taking on the role of Clark Kent. Pitched as an “homage sequel” to Superman and Superman II, the film begins with Superman

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