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We run through what we watched recently (Marty Supreme, Tetris), then dig into the awards-season shockwaves around Sinners’ historic nominations—before spiraling the never-ending corporate rollercoaster around Warner Bros and the industry’s next mega-move.

Top 5 things we watched in 2025. We run through our best picks across movies/TV/anime, then hit a few dishonorable mentions. Featuring The Menu, Sinners, Severance Season 2, and Ergo Proxy, etc. Thank you for watching!

We built a full movie character bracket—heroes, villains, antiheroes, and icons—and argued our way through each matchup. From Darth Vader to Tyler Durden, we talk about what makes certain characters stick, why others fall flat, and how personality, performance, and writing shape the ones we remember.

We discuss the dark knight trilogy, and contemporary movie topics. Not the best episode lol lots of technical difficulties.

In this episode we discuss: The New York Times "100 Best Movies of the 21st Century" list Batman 2Superhero fatigueArt vs Contentand more

In this engaging conversation, Zac, Ben, and Blake discuss a range of topics from Zac's harrowing experience during a storm to the challenges facing the film industry, including consumer confidence, the impact of tariffs, and the future of filmmaking. They explore the need for innovation in cinema, the role of local esports, and the changing landscape of film production, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new trends and technologies. 00:00Introduction and Setup Challenges 01:26Storm Encounter and Filming Adventures 04:02Creative Projects and Costume Design 06:45Esports Team Initiative 08:38Consumer Confidence and Film Industry Challenges 12:12The Future of Movie Theaters 17:30Innovations in Movie Experiences 26:17Theater Love and Industry Perspectives 28:08Impact of COVID on Filming and Production 28:54Tariffs and Their Implications on Film Production 30:38California's Film Industry Challenges 33:37The Future of Film Production and Distribution 40:18The Role of Innovation in Cinema 44:59Navigating Tariffs and Global Film Markets 55:01Podcasting Progress and Personal Growth 56:45Industry Insights and Movie Discussions 57:05Creative Projects and Future Aspirations

In this episode, Zac, Ben, and Blake traverse the evolving landscape of digital entertainment and its real-world implications. The conversation kicks off with Ben sharing insights from managing esports events, revealing the complex logistics behind competitive gaming success. Zac takes us behind the scenes of filmmaking challenges, where the trio debates the merits of practical effects versus the convenience of CGI. The discussion pivots to the controversial Ubisoft lawsuit, examining the precarious nature of digital ownership in an era where consumers increasingly "rent" rather than own their media. As streaming services reshape content consumption habits, the hosts analyze what this means for traditional movie theaters and predict which models will survive the digital revolution. The episode explores the philosophical question of separating art from artist through the lens of recent films, including a deep dive into the Insidious franchise and the surreal themes of Night Bitch. Before wrapping with must-watch recommendations, they reveal the painstaking craft of miniature filmmaking and how YouTube has transformed industry learning. Join three friends with unique professional perspectives as they blend industry expertise with unfiltered commentary on the content we consume and the forces reshaping how we experience it.

We’re celebrating one year of the podcast with a packed episode! Here’s what we’re talking about: The movies we’ve been watching lately (Anora, Strange Darling, Maxxine, Bombshell, and more). Breaking down 2025’s most anticipated films: Superman, Avatar 3, Jurassic World Rebirth, and Mickey 17 – will they soar or sink? Predicting trends for 2025: Big budget vs. indie, physical media vs. streaming, and more. Thank you for an amazing first year – here’s to another!

In this special year-end episode, we dive into: Gladiator II – slammed by own cinematographer What we've watched recently. Our top 5 movies of 2024 – which films ruled the year?

In this episode we discuss - The upcoming God of war series and other film adaptations of video games? - Nolan next film is rumored to be a vampire horror with Tom holland & Matt Damon - Tarintino’s Podcast starts Patreon - His loving joker 2 arc - Is Dc poised to overtake Marvel? and what's a "low-brow" movie we consider to be perfect, or our favorite?

In this episode we discuss Blake seeing 'The Matrix' for the first time, if Twilight was actually good, the recent 'Penguin' series, Joker 2 flopping, and what we want to see with Batman content going forward.

In this episode we discuss: - Deadpool vs. Wolverine, - X-Men '97 - Adapting Video Games - The Shining Book vs. Movie

In this episode Zac Counts, Ben Counts, and Blake Lyle talk about the the 2024 Oscars, the recently passed TikTok ban, and the ethics around entertainment.

In this episode we discuss shifts in the digital landscape. This episode hones in on the 2024 workforce upheavals at major companies like Google and Amazon, analyzing the undercurrents shaping these decisions. We then pivot to the creator economy, exploring why YouTubers are stepping away and the future trajectory of digital content creation. Lastly, we dive into Ubisoft's push for subscription models in gaming, debating its impact on gamers and the industry.

Dive into 2024 with Zac A. Counts, Ben Counts & Blake Lyle as we unravel streaming’s growing dominance in cinema, explore Disney's new era as Steamboat Willie enters public domain, and forecast the future of esports.