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00:49:05

Take 193: Sorcerer, Chinatown, Winter Kills, Toy...

Mostly Film ·

2025/09/17

🎙️ Mostly Film: Toy Story, Chinatown, and Hollywood’s Latest WinsThe Mostly Film crew is back! We kick things off with LIST IT or NIX IT, where we give the hot new trailers (Super Mario Galaxy, Christy, The Rip, Song Sung Blue) the only treatment they deserve—an instant thumbs-up for the Letterboxd watchlist or a one-way ticket to the nix pile.Then it’s What We’ve Been Watching: Jonathan gets nostalgic with Toy Story (still a perfect movie, by the way) and checks in on Task. Meanwhile, JP takes a

00:32:05

Take 192: Killers of the Flower Moon & American Made....

Mostly Film ·

2025/09/14

🎙️ Mostly Film: Cruise vs. DiCaprio – American Made & Killers of the Flower MoonThis week on Mostly Film, we’re stacking two Hollywood heavyweights against each other: Tom Cruise in American Made (2017) and Leonardo DiCaprio in Killers of the Flower Moon (2023).We start with Cruise, who reunited with Doug Liman to play real-life pilot Barry Seal—a hustler caught between the CIA and the Medellín Cartel. From writing the role specifically with Cruise in mind to letting him do his own flying

01:03:45

Take 191: Highest 2 Lowest, Nobody 2, K-Pop Demon...

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2025/09/11

🎬 Mostly Film: Trailers, Taskmasters & Chicken Man?This week on Mostly Film, we’re diving into a mountain of fresh trailers in our LIST IT or NIX IT segment—will Wuthering Heights, Hamnet, Return to Silent Hill, or Dust Bunny make the cut, or get tossed aside?Then it’s time for What We’ve Been Watching, and Jonathan’s been on a roll: from action sequels like Nobody 2 and She Rides Shotgun, to the hilarity of The Naked Gun, to the colorful chaos of K-Pop Demon Hunters. He even squeezed in Light

00:50:23

Take 190: The Revenant & Edge of Tomorrow. Cruise Vs....

Mostly Film ·

2025/08/29

🎥 Cruise vs. DiCaprio: Edge of Tomorrow & The RevenantThis week on Mostly Film, we’re putting two powerhouse performances under the microscope: Tom Cruise’s action-heavy, time-looping Edge of Tomorrow (2014) and Leonardo DiCaprio’s brutal, Oscar-winning The Revenant (2015).We dig into how Cruise flipped his usual hero persona on its head—starting out as a cowardly PR officer before evolving into a battle-hardened soldier—and why his chemistry with Emily Blunt made this one of his most

00:38:37

Take 189: Risky Business & Don’t Look Up. Cruise Vs....

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2025/08/24

🎬 Cruise vs. DiCaprio: Risky Business & Don’t Look UpThis week on Mostly Film, we’re diving into two very different eras of movie stardom—Tom Cruise in Risky Business (1983) and Leonardo DiCaprio in Don’t Look Up (2021).First up: Cruise in Risky Business. We unpack how a not-so-obvious choice for the role of Joel Goodson became a career-defining performance. From that legendary underwear dance (which wasn’t even scripted) to his transformation from nervous teen to confident star, we explore how

00:32:39

Take 188: The Bad Guys 2, Marty Supreme Reaction, &...

Mostly Film ·

2025/08/20

Mostly Film This week on Mostly Film, we’re back with another packed episode.First up: LIST IT or NIX IT—we’re running through the latest trailers (Good Boy, Keeper, Jimmy & Stiggs, Rabbit Trap, STEVE, Marty Supreme, Plainclothes, Elenor the Great) and deciding on the spot if they’re worth adding to our Letterboxd watchlists… or tossing in the bin.Then in What We’ve Been Watching, Jonathan and JP share their thoughts on The Bad Guys 2, The Bad Guys, and a couple of TV favorites like Dexter:

00:46:11

Take 187: The Beach & Days of Thunder. Cruise Vs....

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2025/08/16

Episode Title: Cruise vs. DiCaprio – Days of Thunder & The BeachThis week, we’re putting two movie icons head-to-head as we dive into Tom Cruise’s high-octane turn in Days of Thunder (1990) and Leonardo DiCaprio’s island odyssey in The Beach (2000).We’ll unpack the fascinating behind-the-scenes stories—from Cruise’s real NASCAR training and on-set romance with Nicole Kidman, to DiCaprio’s risky post-Titanic career move, environmental controversies in Thailand, and jellyfish encounters that

00:57:25

Take 186: Weapons, 40 Acres, Jurassic Park: Rebirth,...

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2025/08/13

🎬 Mostly Film This week on Mostly Film, we’re diving headfirst into another round of LIST IT or NIX IT, where the trailers are wild, the opinions are strong, and the titles alone deserve awards. From the toe-tappingly strange If I Had Legs, I’d Kick You to the chilling Cold Storage and the mysterious Bad Man, we decide what’s worth adding to the Letterboxd watchlist — and what’s going straight to the cinematic recycle bin.Then, in What We’ve Been Watching, Jonathan wrangles dinosaurs in Jurassic

00:52:11

Take 185: Shutter Island & Interview With the...

Mostly Film ·

2025/08/07

🎬 Cruise vs. DiCaprio: Interview with the Vampire & Shutter IslandThis week on Mostly Film, we’re sinking our teeth into two unforgettable performances — Tom Cruise’s bloodthirsty Lestat in Interview with the Vampire and Leonardo DiCaprio’s mind-bending Teddy Daniels in Shutter Island. It's a showdown of two Hollywood heavyweights stepping far outside their comfort zones — with fangs, flashbacks, and full-on psychological meltdowns.We dive into the behind-the-scenes casting drama, including

00:54:38

Take 184: Life of Chuck, The Long Goodbye, & Banger...

Mostly Film ·

2025/08/06

🎙️ Mostly Film:This week on Mostly Film, we’re back with a full slate of movie talk — from upcoming trailers to billion-dollar blockbusters to what we’ve actually been watching (yes, Countdown keeps coming up).📝 LIST IT or NIX ITWe’re judging movie trailers like our watchlist depends on it. Should we List or Nix these upcoming releases? We’re talking Ella McCay, Zootopia 2, Blue Moon, GOAT, and more. Spoiler: not everything makes the cut.🎬 What We’ve Been WatchingAll eyes (and hearts) are on The

00:37:12

Take 183: Romeo & Juliet & Top Gun. Cruise Vs....

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2025/08/02

🎙️ Mostly Film Presents: Cruise vs DiCaprio — Top Gun & Romeo + JulietThis week on Mostly Film, we’re putting two iconic movie star performances head-to-head: Tom Cruise in Top Gun (1986) and Leonardo DiCaprio in Romeo + Juliet (1996). From casting surprises to pop culture impact, we’re breaking down what made each role a defining moment for its star.✈️ Cruise Takes FlightWe dive into how Top Gun launched Tom Cruise into superstardom — despite him not being the studio’s first pick. From puking

00:43:03

Take 182: Fantastic Four: First Steps, Happy Gilmore...

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2025/07/30

🎬 Mostly Film:This week on Mostly Film, we're diving headfirst into what's new, what's coming, and what's just plain wild in the world of movies and TV.🎞️ LIST IT or NIX ITWe go rapid-fire through the latest movie trailers — and make the call: is it going on the Letterboxd watchlist or getting nixed? From Avatar: Fire and Ash to Spinal Tap 2, and even Five Nights at Freddy's 2, we’re not holding back.👀 What We’ve Been WatchingJonathan checks in on Fantastic Four and the Dexter: Resurrection

00:59:06

Take 181: Inception & Eyes Wide Shut. Cruise Vs....

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2025/07/26

🎥 Mostly Film Presents: Cruise vs. DiCaprio — Eyes Wide Shut & InceptionTwo iconic stars. Two mind-bending directors. One podcast showdown.This week, we're diving deep into Eyes Wide Shut (1999) and Inception (2010), unpacking the surprising casting choices, behind-the-scenes stories, and the career-defining performances of Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio.✨ Did you know Cruise shot for over 400 days under Stanley Kubrick’s meticulous eye — including 90 takes of walking through a doorway? Or

00:49:32

Take 180: Eddington, Smurfs, Sovereign, & Merger Mania.

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2025/07/22

🎬 Mostly Film: Smurfs, Sequels & Street-Level SpideyThis week on Mostly Film, we're breaking down the newest movie trailers, the latest streaming obsessions, and all the industry news shaking up Hollywood.🎞️ LIST IT or NIX ITWe kick things off with rapid reactions to the week’s hottest trailers. Should they make the Letterboxd watchlist—or get the axe?KeeperMortal Kombat 2HoppersAfter the HuntOur verdicts are swift, occasionally savage, and (mostly) fair.📺 What We’ve Been WatchingJonathan

00:37:37

Take 179: Gangs of New York & Minority Report. Cruise...

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2025/07/19

🎙️ Mostly Film Presents: Cruise Vs DiCaprio — Predicting Crime & Picking FightsWhat happens when two of Hollywood’s biggest stars go gritty, futuristic, and full-on revenge mode? This week on Mostly Film, we’re diving deep into two 2002 heavyweights: Tom Cruise in Minority Report and Leonardo DiCaprio in Gangs of New York.🔍 Tom Cruise & Minority ReportBefore touchscreens were cool and privacy felt optional, Cruise teamed up with Steven Spielberg for a bleak vision of 2054 where crimes are

00:38:28

Take 178: Superman, Dexter: Resurrection, & the...

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2025/07/16

Mostly FilmWe’re back this week with a quick dip into capes, comebacks, and comedy as Mostly Film returns with another round of hot takes and popcorn-powered opinions.🎞 LIST IT or NIX ITOnly one trailer this week, but it’s a big one: Red Sonja (2025). Is it a sword-swinging comeback worth watching, or are we leaving it in the fantasy dust? We make the call.🍿 What We’ve Been WatchingJonathan and JP both have thoughts on Superman (2025) and how James Gunn is kicking off a new DC era. Meanwhile, JP

00:36:55

Take 177: War of the Worlds & Blood Diamond. Cruise...

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2025/07/13

🎙️ Mostly Film: Cruise Vs DiCaprio – Aliens, Diamonds & Dad ProblemsThis week, Mostly Film continues its cinematic showdown series with a face-off between two heavy-hitters: Tom Cruise running from aliens in War of the Worlds, and Leonardo DiCaprio smuggling conscience and conflict diamonds in Blood Diamond.First up: Cruise ditches the hero cape to play a regular, kinda-bad dad just trying to survive the apocalypse (and raise his kids) in Spielberg’s darker, grittier take on alien invasion

01:30:05

Take 176: 28 Years Later, Eden, Elio, Heads of State,...

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2025/07/09

🎬 Mostly FilmThis week on Mostly Film, we’re diving headfirst into a jam-packed episode full of fresh trailers, throwback comedies, and some questionable cinematic choices—because who didn’t ask for The Cat in the Hat to make a comeback?Here’s what’s rolling:🎞 LIST IT or NIX ITWe’re judging trailers like it’s festival season—does it go on the Letterboxd watchlist, or do we banish it to the cinematic void?This week’s lineup includes:The Running ManThe Cat in the Hat (still yes, really)She Rides

00:35:15

Take 175: The Firm, The Great Gatsby. Cruise Vs....

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2025/06/12

🎙️ Cruise Vs. DiCaprioThis week on Cruise Vs. DiCaprio, we’re diving into two powerhouse performances that redefined their stars in completely different ways: Tom Cruise in The Firm (1993) and Leonardo DiCaprio in The Great Gatsby (2013).📚 Tom Cruise in The FirmBefore Ethan Hunt ran across rooftops, Cruise sprinted barefoot through Memphis as Mitch McDeere — a young lawyer caught between a corrupt firm and the FBI. We break down:Why John Grisham didn’t want Cruise at firstHow Cruise’s star power

00:57:23

Take 174: Predator: Killer of Killers, The Surfer,...

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2025/06/11

🎙️ Mostly Film – New Trailers, Killer Surfers, and Star Wars SurprisesIn this episode of Mostly Film, we're back with a packed lineup of hot takes, streaming recaps, and industry news fresh off the wire. Here's what's on the reel:🎞️ LIST IT or NIX IT We break down the latest batch of trailers and decide what’s hitting our Letterboxd watchlists — and what’s getting the hard pass. This week’s trailer gauntlet includes:The PickupThe Lost BusAnimal FarmThe Man in My BasementWicked for GoodKiss of the

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