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This week on Barely Cinematic, we laugh, cried and vomited (JK) while watching Project Hail Mary! We’re talking alien friendships, impossible math, space survival, and whether this movie sticks the landing or gets lost in orbit! Start of Movie discussion Time Stamps (00:00:00) Cold Open (00:02:00) What We have Been Watching (00:21:41) Blind Items (00:32:15) Start Of Movie Discussion (00:52:00) Spoilers! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week on Barely Cinematic we experienced, The Bride, a gothic remix that’s equal parts romance, horror, and “wait, what did we just watch?” We get into Maggie Gyllenhaal’s wild take on the classic monster story, the vibes, and whether this reimagining actually has something to say. Is The Bride a bold new vision or a beautiful mess? Tune in as we try to piece it together… much like the movie itself. Time Stamps (00:00:00) Cold Open (00:02:00) What We've Been Watching (00:24:00) Blind Items (00:37:43) Movie Details/Start of Discussion (00:48:32) Spoilers! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week, Luke and Chelsea recap the Oscars! Did our predictions come true? Listen in as we talk about all the moments! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Join us this week as we go through some of the top categories of this years Oscars and give our predications for who we think will be taking home the trophies! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week, Luke and Chelsea cover Sentimental Value! this is one of the last best picture nominees we have to watch to buckle up as we dive into some more family trauma! Time Stamps (00:00:00) Cold Open (00:00:30) Episode Start (00:06:44) Whate we have been watching (00:34:46) Blind Items (00:43:30) Start of Movie Discussion This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

On this episode of Barely Cinematic, we’re talking about Hamnet!We discuss what works (and what maybe doesn’t), and whether its slow, poetic approach really hits or just drifts. We chat performances, gorgeous imagery, and how emotionally wrecked we were by the end. It’s a low-key, heavy hang, come feel a little sad with us. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week on the podcast we binge watched the newest Marvel show on Disney Plus, Wonder Man! Join us as we discuss this nice little surprise that strays away from the typical Marvel formula. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Better late than never! We are back to discuss our favorite movies from 2025! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

On this episode of Barely Cinematic, we go ping pong balls to the wall with Marty Supreme! Is Marty Supreme a sports movie, a character study, or just pure cinematic adrenaline? Tune in as we talk about ambition, authenticity, and whether this one earns its place as a classic. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week, Luke and Chelsea are finishing out the year by staying in a festive mood with the 2006 romantic comedy, The Holiday! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Happy Holidays everyone! We are back this week to talk about the terrifying holiday joy that is, Gremlins! Neither of us have seen this classic, so join us as we give our first impressions. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

In this episode of Barely Cinematic, we slow things down and sink into the quiet, beauty of Train Dreams. From the haunting imagery to the emotional weight carried between the lines, we talk about what makes Train Dreams such a resonant watch. Time Stamps (00:00:00) Episode Start (00:08:08) Spoiler Discussion This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

This week on Barely Cinematic, we strap in and sprint through the latest reboot of The Running Man, starring Glen Powell. Does this modern take live up to the brutal sci-fi satire of the original, or does it trip over its own spectacle? We break down the action, the themes, and whether Powell has what it takes to survive the game. Time Stamps (00:00:00) Cold Open (00:00:46) Episode Start (00:03:34) What We've Been Watching (00:20:46) Blind Items (00:30:42) Movie Discussion (00:49:57) Spoiler Discussion This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

In this episode of Barely Cinematic, we log back into Netflix to discuss Frankenstein (2025) the latest ambitious vision from Guillermo del Toro. We’ll break down what works, what falters, and why even monsters get second chances. Time Stamps (00:00:00) Cold Open (00:00:28) Episode Start (00:04:24) What we have been watching (00:22:58) Blind Items (00:32:20) Movie Discussion This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm