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This week on Cinematic Savants we're discussing the vague announcement of Damon Idris becoming the next Black Panther making his appearance at the Vogue Fashion Show. DC won the box office over Marvel, but what does the future look like for both studios moving forward? Tommy and Shawn recap the latest episode of IT: Welcome to Derry and how it connects to The Shining in the Stephen King universe. We breakdown the rumors of Millie Bobby Brown filing a complaint against David Harbour for bullying on the set of Stranger Things season 5. We have an in-depth conversation on what it means to us to be pigeonholed into a role, like Millie Bobby Brown, and how it has stalled her career. Tommy reviews the Netflix documentary The Perfect Neighbor, which is very heartbreaking to watch and Squid Games season 3.
This week on Cinematic Savants we're giving a review of episode 1 of IT: Welcome to Derry, the prequel to the IT horror franchise on HBO Max as well as a review for the sequel to I Know What You Did Last Summer, newly released on Netflix.
The Cinematic Savants are back in full form with the return of Mr. Winters this week. He and Tommy talk it out on his review for One Battle After Another (5:08). Ryan gives us a hidden gem called Fix, newly released on Netflix starring Adam DeVine and Idris Elba (28:42) and Marvel Zombies on Disney+ (30:12). Ryan gives us a recommendation to watch the film Eddington starring Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal (34:15). Shawn gives us his review of Monster: The Ed Gein Story on Netflix (35:53). Tommy and Shawn convince Ryan that he has to see The Black Phone 2 (1:05:23). Tommy has a new segment he's starting this week called "Rate It" which we give our opinions if the list of Horror franchises, Directors, and Films are overrated or underrated (1:25:09). Enjoy the episode!
The Savant Boys are back.......almost. After recovering for 2 months, Shawn has returned with a lot to review this week. First review is The Conjuring: Last Rites (10:32), The Long Walk (26:18), One Battle After Another (49:35), Monster: The Ed Gein Story on Netflix (1:20:24), and Alien: Earth (1:22:54).
After a long hiatus, Tommy returns to Cinematic Savants on a solo mission. With his co-hosts out for this episode it's on him to bring the entertainment and education for the week. He gives on Tulsa King episode 1 season 3 on Paramount+, Gen V season 2, and Peacemaker season 2. He gives his thoughts on The Conjuring: Last Rites, Highest 2 Lowest, and The Long Walk. To cap things off Tommy breaks down the situation with Jimmy Kimmel addressing the Charlie Kirk assassination and his thoughts on Jordan Peele tanking the potential success of the newly release Him, starring Marlon Wayans.
This week on Cinematic Savants Ryan and Tommy review the reboot of Naked Gun, starring Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson (12:19). Ryan chimes in on our conversation from the previous episode about comedy movies not being pushed as much as other genres (16:18). Movies we wished we could've seen in theaters (26:55). The Pickup, starring Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson left us underwhelmed (50:51). Shawn reviews Any Given Saturday on Netflix (1:07:25). We all get to our reviews for Weapons, some of us consider this one of the top movies of the year (1:11:00).
This week on Cinematic Savants Shawn and Tommy reminisce on how the theater experience has changed from when they were young (3:19). Shawn and Tommy had the chance to start Season 2 of Twisted Metal on Peacock, starring Anthony Mackie (21:20). Why is it harder for R-Rated video games to proper once moved to film as opposed to kid friendly games (31:57)? Shawn reviews a documentary on Hulu for the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina (46:10). Tommy reviews one of the worst movies he's ever seen, War of the Worlds on Amazon Prime, starring Ice Cube (1:10:55). What happened to the comedy movie genre (1:23:25)?
We start off the episode by giving flowers to Hulk Hogan, who passed away this week at 71. Even with his controversies over the past few years, the wrestling legend has made a great impact on our lives growing up (6:28). We get briefing sidetracked with the couple at the Coldplay concert (28:05). We all give our Fantastic Four: First Steps reviews (33:05). Tommy gives his thoughts on what wrong with the MCU storylines since Avengers: Endgame (1:13:12). We all give our thoughts on the conspiracy theories of "Woke" agendas in cinema (1:39:15). Lastly, we give our reviews of Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix (1:57:10). Some love it, while others think it's one of the worst movie sequels ever created. It's all here this week on Cinematic Savants. Enjoy this show!
This week we're showing love to the legend, Macolm Jamal-Warner, who tragically passed away this week. Shawn gives us his thoughts of Ironheart and how it compares to previous Marvel shows. We give our final thoughts on Happy Gilmore 2, which releases this week on Netflix and Fantastic Four: First Steps. This is a huge release for Marvel so can they finally get the First Family of Marvel right? Tommy tests Shawn and Ryan with Guess the Movie Trivia.
This week on Cinematic Savants we're catching up on a lot of topics and reviews. We go over the verdict of the Diddy trial and how it will impact his future. Tommy and Ryan give reviews for the Ironheart show on Disney+. We all give our reviews of Jurassic World: Rebirth and Superman. Shawn also goes over the hill for the team to watch the latest Tyler Perry release of Madea's Destination Wedding.
Cinematic Savants is back with updates from Shawn on his busy wedding weekend and our thoughts on themed/ destination weddings. Ryan leads off with his early review for Ironheart on Disney+ (18:49). Shawn steps out of his comfort zone to watch the Max documentary Surviving Ohio State (28:01). Tommy binges Landman on Paramount+ starring Billy Bob Thornton (33:01). Ryan and Tommy give their reviews for highly anticipated F1 movie starring Brad Pitt and Damon Idris (40:54). We give our final thoughts prior to the release of Jurassic World: Rebirth (1:06:05). Tommy's review of 28 Years Later leaves Ryan and Shawn disappointed (1:10:09). Final thoughts on the upcoming verdict of the Diddy sex trafficking trial also this week on Cinematic Savants.
This week on Cinematic Savants we discuss the latest cinema news of the week, which includes Tyler Perry's lawsuit and rumors of Kevin Fiege stepping down after Avengers: Secret Wars. Also, to cap off the first half of the year, we're giving our Top 5 movies of the year.
We start off this week by saluting all the dads for the upcoming Father's Day weekend and we give our opinion on who was the greatest TV Dad of all time (23:36). Tommy has reviews for 2 shows starring Danny McBride, Vice Principals and Righteous Gemstones (30:58). Ryan gives his thoughts on a new show he is binging, The Rookie (41:06). We all give our reviews on the spinoff release from the John Wick franchise, Ballerina (45:06). We all had a chance to watch the new release of Predator: Killer of Killers animated movie on Hulu (1:17:55).
This week on Cinematic Savants we have Tommy's review of Mickey 17 on HBO Max (16:03). Shawn reviews the latest horror movie Bring Her Back (25:15) and the documentary on Netflix, Shooting Guards (42:00). Ryan goes over the hill for the Savants to watch The Karate Kid: Legends (47:05). Tommy gets a nice surprise from the movie Novocaine on HBO Max (55:25). We give our thoughts on the Happy Gilmore 2 trailer (1:00:10) and the thought of comedy legends ruining their legacy with money grab sequels (1:05:13). Shawn gives a Stranger Things 5 update (1:13:00).
Savants start off by recapping their Memorial Day weekend and Shawn vents about his road rage in Ohio, but this week is all about the legend, Tom Cruise. We each give our reviews for what is the last entry to the Mission: Impossible franchise starring Tom Cruise. Did it deliver or the action and incredible stunt work accustomed to? Did the storyline work for us? Is this really the last Mission: Impossible? Tune it to find out.
Ryan leads off this week with his review of Havoc, newly released film starring Tom Hardy (14:06). Shawn gives an update on the Freak Off Trial of Diddy (19:49). Tom Cruises' final Mission: Impossible film is releasing this weekend, and we give our thoughts on the franchise and The Final Reckoning (54:08). We get sidetracked with the Caitlin Clark/ Angel Reese rivalry (1:05:39). Final Destination: Bloodline reviews (1:33:35). We cap off this episode with the Actor whose had the greatest run in Hollywood history (2:21:19).
The most anticipated release of Thunderbolts* has Cinematic Savants split on reviews of The New Avengers. Did Marvel deliver on restoring the reputation of the MCU? Does this get us excited for the upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps release in July? With the Diddy sex trafficking trail starting this week, we discuss what could happen with the hip hop mogul. Also, this week we entertain the debate of 100 men Vs I Silverback Gorilla.
Tommy and Shawn start off the episode with their preview of Thunderbolts* releasing this weekend. We give our fan theories of what could happen and is this finally the movie that will bring the Marvel fans back. Praise is given to Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan for the massive success of Sinners with only a 6% drop at the box office for its 2nd week out (17:06). Are end credit scenes getting out of hand? (23:25). AMC vs Regal theaters (32:01). Shawn reviews Last Breathe, starring Woody Harrelson (42:15). Tommy reviews Daredevil: Born Again 46:08). Tommy gives his thoughts on The Accountant 2, starring Ben Affleck (50:40). NFL Draft backlash on Shedeur Sanders (59:11). Tommy and Shawn end the episode arguing the Predator: Badlands trailer (1:19:20).