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The Reel Study

The Reel Study is a weekly podcast that provides in-depth, thoughtful reviews about films and select TV series. Join the hosts Mr SniDBitS, BlackGirlMarvel, All the Movie Things, TylerMakesFilms, JeannineDaBean, and the voice of the Reel Study Cellphone-wallet-keys as they talk about a wide variety of films and the techniques that go into making them as well as the occasion TV Show. Follow The Reel Study and the hosts on Twitch, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram and BlueSky.

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111:49

Movies That Raised Us Pt2: The Baron Munchausen Meets...

The Reel Study ·

2025/11/17

🚀 Week 2 of Movies That Raised Us continues! This month, each panelist brings a childhood favorite that helped shape their love of cinema, and this week JeannineDaBean is taking us on a wild double-feature journey from whimsical fantasy to epic martial-arts mayhem with The Adventures of Baron Munchausen and Mortal Kombat. Join the panel as we revisit the imaginative worlds, memorable characters, and nostalgic thrills that made these films unforgettable growing up! Before the discussion,

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121:49

Movies That Raised Us Pt1: The Last Starfighter &...

The Reel Study ·

2025/11/10

🚀 This week on The Reel Study, we’re kicking off Movies That Raised Us, a special month-long celebration where each panelist picks one of their favorite childhood films! First up, AllTheMovieThings takes us back to the 80s with two nostalgic classics — The Last Starfighter (1984) and Adventures in Babysitting (1987). Plus, we’re joined by special guest Cellphone_Wallet_Keys, the voice of The Reel Study and Will Wilkins (Netheads Podcast, CTO of Kevin Smith’s SModCo) Before the discussion,

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113:13

Haunted By Grief: Bring Her Back & Weapons Movie Review

The Reel Study ·

2025/11/03

💥 This week on The Reel Study, the panel takes on two of 2025’s most talked-about new releases — Bring Her Back and Weapons. From haunting mystery to high-concept horror, both films challenge expectations while showcasing bold storytelling and unforgettable performances. Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the panel reviews new films currently in theatres or on streaming platforms.The Reel Study is a proud

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102:35

Terror in the Quiet: Don’t Breathe & Hush Movie Review

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2025/10/27

🔇 This week on The Reel Study, the panel dives into a nerve-shredding double feature with Don’t Breathe (2016) and Hush (2016) — two modern horror thrillers that prove silence can be deadly. As tension builds and survival instincts kick in, we’ll explore how both films master sound, suspense, and claustrophobic storytelling in their own chilling ways. Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the panel reviews new

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112:27

Vampires & Vengeance: Blacula & Sinners Movie Review

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2025/10/20

🩸 This week on The Reel Study, we’re diving into the third week of Spooky Season with a hauntingly powerful double feature — Blacula (1972) and Sinners (2025). From a trailblazing classic that redefined the vampire mythos to Ryan Coogler’s brand-new supernatural thriller, this week explores how horror evolves while staying rooted in human emotion, culture, and fear. Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the panel

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105:51

Possessed by the Classics: The Exorcist & Poltergeist...

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2025/10/13

This week on The Reel Study, it’s the second week of Spooky Season and we’re diving deep into two of the most iconic supernatural horror films ever made — Poltergeist (1982) and The Exorcist (1973). From haunted homes to demonic possessions, these genre-defining classics continue to terrify and inspire filmmakers decades later.Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the panel reviews new films currently in theatres or

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99:49

Between Worlds: Flatliners & The Frighteners Movie...

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2025/10/06

Spooky Season returns to The Reel Study! 🎃 This week, the panel dives into the supernatural with Flatliners (1990) and The Frighteners (1996). Two films that blur the line between life, death, and everything in between. Joining us for the first chills of October is special guest Tragic Rawr, bringing their unique insight (and maybe a few scares) to the discussion. Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the panel

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109:57

A Hero’s Darkness and Light: Brightburn & Superman...

The Reel Study ·

2025/09/29

This week on The Reel Study, we’re taking flight with a double feature that flips the Superman mythos on its head. First, we dive into Brightburn (2019), a chilling reimagining of what might happen if a super-powered being used his gifts for destruction instead of hope. Then, we look ahead to Superman (2025), James Gunn’s highly anticipated reboot that promises to set a bold new direction for the Man of Steel.We’re also joined once again by our friend Will Wilkins (Netheads Podcast, CTO of

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104:31

Season 5 Premiere: Spider-Verse Double Feature -...

The Reel Study ·

2025/09/22

We’re swinging into Season 5 of The Reel Study!For our big premiere, the panel dives into the groundbreaking world of animation with Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023). From jaw-dropping visuals to heartfelt storytelling, these films redefined what superhero cinema can be—and we’re breaking it all down.We’re also thrilled to welcome back our special guest Will Wilkins (Netheads Podcast, CTO of Kevin Smith’s SModCo), joining the

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126:02

Season Finale: Up, Up, and Away! Superman (1978 -...

The Reel Study ·

2025/07/20

It’s the season finale of The Reel Study! 🎬🦸This week, the panel takes flight with a “friendly” discussion comparing two iconic takes on the Man of Tomorrow: Richard Donner’s Superman: The Movie (1978) and Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel (2013). As we gear up for James Gunn’s upcoming Superman, we’re revisiting what makes these cinematic versions stand out.Plus, we're wrapping up the season with some fun Reel Arena Games—movie trivia, laughs, and a celebration of an epic season!We’ll be

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88:48

Paranoia & Parallel Realities: Coherence and The...

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2025/06/30

This week on The Reel Study, we’re diving into psychological tension and sci-fi suspense with Coherence (2013) and The Invitation (2016). Both films deliver slow-burning paranoia, unsettling twists, and the kind of dinner party you won’t forget. The Invitation keeps you questioning motives and reality in a chilling reunion gone wrong, while Coherence explores the strange and shifting rules of a single night under a cosmic anomaly. Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the

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110:08

History, Horror, and Humor: Horror Noire and The...

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2025/06/30

This week on The Reel Study, we're celebrating Juneteenth with a powerful and thought-provoking double feature: Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror (2019) and The Blackening (2022). Horror Noire explores the rich legacy, struggles, and triumphs of Black voices in horror cinema, and The Blackening brings sharp satire and laughs to the horror genre while flipping tropes on their head.Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel

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87:18

Survival and Self-Discovery: Children of Men and...

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2025/06/16

This week on The Reel Study, we're diving into two powerful visions of the future with Children of Men (2006) and Alita: Battle Angel (2019).Children of Men presents a haunting dystopian world where humanity faces extinction, while Alita: Battle Angel brings a visually stunning cyberpunk universe to life, following a young cyborg's journey of self-discovery. Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the panel reviews

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90:18

Dine & Slay: Blood Diner and Slaxx Movie Review

The Reel Study ·

2025/06/09

This week on The Reel Study, we’re serving up a horror-comedy double feature with the cult favorite Blood Diner (1987) and the fashion-forward satire Slaxx (2020)! From brain-eating rituals and absurd gore to killer jeans with a thirst for justice, these offbeat horror flicks bring the laughs, the blood, and the bizarre. We’re also thrilled to be joined by special guest Haunting Season to break down all the campy chaos and outrageous horror these films have to offer. Before the discussion,

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91:06

Washington Unleashed: The Equalizer and The Equalizer...

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2025/06/02

This week on The Reel Study, we're diving into a Denzel Washington Double Feature with The Equalizer (2014) and The Equalizer 2 (2018).Denzel Washington brings quiet intensity and righteous fury to the role of Robert McCall—a former black ops operative who takes justice into his own hands. In The Equalizer, we witness McCall’s transformation from a quiet, solitary man into a relentless force for good. Then in The Equalizer 2, the stakes get personal as McCall seeks vengeance while staying

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93:29

The Deakins Effect: Revolutionary Road and The Reader...

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2025/05/26

This week on The Reel Study, we’re spotlighting a Roger Deakins Double Feature with two emotionally powerful dramas: Revolutionary Road (2008) and The Reader (2008). In Revolutionary Road, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet reunite in a raw and haunting story of love, dissatisfaction, and suburban disillusionment—elevated by Roger Deakins’s masterful cinematography. Then, The Reader unfolds a gripping narrative of guilt, secrecy, and post-war morality, anchored by Kate Winslet’s

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63:27

Bette Davis Double Feature: Now, Voyager and All...

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2025/05/19

This week on The Reel Study, we’re diving into two timeless classics of cinema: Now, Voyager (1942) and All About Eve (1950).From the emotional transformation of Bette Davis’s Charlotte Vale to the razor-sharp wit and backstage drama of Margo Channing’s world, these films explore identity, ambition, and the complexities of womanhood through unforgettable performances and iconic storytelling. Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel

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102:17

Blasters, Birthdays & the Rebellion: Rogue One &...

The Reel Study ·

2025/05/05

This week on The Reel Study, we’re heading back to a galaxy far, far away with two action-packed Star Wars stories: Rogue One and Solo: A Star Wars Story! From the desperate mission to steal the Death Star plans to the origin of the galaxy’s most charming scoundrel, these films expand the saga with grit, heart, and high-stakes adventure. Join our panel, and special guest Will Wilkins from the Netheads Podcast and CTO of Kevin Smith’s SMODCOAnd it’s a special episode—today we’re celebrating

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109:53

Hairspray & Spells - A Musical Mashup: Hairspray &...

The Reel Study ·

2025/04/28

This week on The Reel Study, we’re stepping into the world of musicals with two larger-than-life stories: Hairspray and Wicked! From the upbeat fight for change in 1960s Baltimore to the untold story of the witches of Oz, both films bring powerful performances, unforgettable songs, and important messages to the big screen. Plus, we’re joined by special guest MrMARVELite.Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the

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101:25

Danger Zone Double Feature: Top Gun & Top Gun:...

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2025/04/21

This week on The Reel Study, we’re feeling the need… the need for speed! Strap in as we revisit Tony Scott’s iconic Top Gun and take flight with its high-octane legacy sequel, Top Gun: Maverick. From ‘80s adrenaline and aviators to modern-day nostalgia and next-gen thrills, we’re diving into the action, the emotion, and the evolution of Maverick himself.Before the discussion, catch up on The Reel News for the latest movie headlines, or check out Reel Roundup, where the panel reviews new

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