The Critics Club ranks their top movie adaptations, from Jurassic Park and Casino Royale to Crazy Rich Asians and The Devil Wears Prada. Geoff, Jim, and David compare books and films, share opinions, and debate what makes an adaptation succeed.

In this inaugural episode of Critics Club: Deep Cuts, Jim and Geoff dive into Takashi Miike’s psychological shocker Audition. What begins as a melancholic romance transforms into one of the most unsettling horror films of the early 2000s.

The Critics Club: Superman Review (With Special Guest Louis) **Full SPOILERS** Geoff and Louis dive deep into James Gunn’s Superman, breaking down everything from the casting of David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan to Lex Luthor’s darker edge. They debate how this version stacks up against Man of Steel, gush over the film’s standout score, and discuss the impact of new characters like Krypto. Plus, the duo look ahead to the future of the DC Universe—Clayface, Supergirl, Lanterns, and more.

Geoff, Jim, and David each bring their personal Top 10 film scores—and yes, things get heated. Geoff champions emotional powerhouses like 1917 and Up. Jim dives deep with Gojira, Drive, and There Will Be Blood. David rounds it out with sweeping favorites like Gladiator, E.T., and his crowned #1: Star Wars: A New Hope. There’s some agreement, a lot of arguing, and maybe too much shade thrown at The Dark Knight. Come for the music, stay for the chaos. 🎧 Listen to all episodes at RantingMedia.com

Geoff and Jim (David’s off this week) crash the Cannes Film Festival 2025 and call out the hype. From Eddington to The Phoenician Scheme to Spike Lee’s latest, we break down what’s actually worth watching. No film school degree required—just press play.

Jim, David and Geoff have reconvened the Critics Club just before Summer--or Prime Time MOVIE TIME--rings in for 2025! Here are our essential, top 10 Summer Blockbusters! There are some surprising ones--Pacific Rim? Empire Strikes Back? ....a Will Smith movie that's NOT Independence Day? We got em all. Tune in and be schooled!

Geoff, Jim and David are back to talk about their favorite box office flops of all time. Didn't know your favorite films didn't make it big at the box office? You might be surprised to see some big names, including The Big Lebowski, Iron Giant, and more. Tune in to hear our favorites and let us know in the comments what yours are!

Join us on The Critics Club as we dive into some of the most iconic movies from the 2010s! From the stylish nostalgia of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and the futuristic spectacle of Tron: Legacy to the intense passion of Whiplash, Jim, David, and Geoff break down what made these films unforgettable. Tune in for a thrilling journey through a decade of cinema filled with innovation, powerful storytelling, and unforgettable moments!

In this episode of The Critics Club, Jim, David, and Geoff reveal their picks for the Top 10 Films of the 1970s. From Star Wars: A New Hope revolutionizing sci-fi blockbusters to The Godfather redefining cinematic storytelling, and the cult phenomenon of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, they dive into what makes these movies timeless classics and why they continue to captivate audiences. Join The Critics Club monthly as we explore the best in movies, shows, games, and more. Expect thoughtful debates, sharp perspectives, and discussions that linger long after the credits roll. 🎥 Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to stay updated. 👍 Like and share if you enjoyed our picks. 💬 What’s your favorite film from the 1970s? Share your top picks in the comments, and let us know if your favorites made the list! Catch more discussions at Ranting Media. #TopFilms #1970sMovies #StarWars #TheGodfather #RockyHorror #TheCriticsClub #MovieReview #ClassicCinema #FilmPodcast

In this Halloween episode of The Critics Club, Jim, David, and Geoff reveal their picks for the Top 10 Horror Movies of All Time. From timeless classics to groundbreaking modern horrors, they dive into what makes each film unforgettable and why these scares have stood the test of time. Join The Critics Club monthly as we break down the best in movies, shows, games, and more. Prepare for thoughtful debates, sharp perspectives, and conversations that linger long after they end. 🎃 Don’t miss an episode—subscribe to stay updated. 👍 Like and share if you enjoyed our picks. 💬 Drop your top horror films in the comments. How do they stack up to our list? Catch more discussions at Ranting Media. #TopHorrorMovies #HalloweenSeason #GetOut #TheCriticsClub #MovieReview #HorrorMovies #FilmPodcast

Editors Note: Sorry about the audio quality. We'll fix that for next time.Join us on The Critics Club as we dive into some of the most iconic movies from the 2000s! From the sharp wit of Hot Fuzz and the outrageous comedy of Tropic Thunder to the intense, revisionist history of Inglourious Basterds, Jim, David, and Geoff break down what made these films unforgettable. Tune in for a nostalgic ride through a decade of cinema packed with laughs, action, and unforgettable moments!

We're BACK with our Top 10 Movies of the 90s! Discover the ultimate 90s movie list with Jim, David, and Geoff. Expect a few surprises and see if you can guess which movie made it onto all our lists! Spoiler alert: The Matrix and The Shawshank Redemption are in the mix.

Jim, David, and Geoff discuss their favorite top ten movies of the 80's. There's one movie that all of us happen to have on our list-- Can you guess what it might be? Welcome to our newest podcast, The Critics Club. Friends come and meet once a month to discuss their favorite movies, TV shows, video games and much more. Some are more right than others, but that’s half the fun. Join Jim, David and Geoff as they duke it out over their latest opinions.

Geoff and David dust off their old show the Reel Reporters once again to talk about the new Fallout TV series. There's a lot of spoilers, so if you haven't watched the show yet--tune away. So grab your Nuka-Cola and strap on your Pip-boy, we're heading out into the very vivid and fun wasteland that is one of the few video game adaptations that doesn't suck. Does this mean Reel Reporters is back? Maybe. If we find something else we like...

I...Have no more words after what happened in this episode.

We did one of those fashionable 2023 Year in Review podcasts (but you know, actually AFTER 2023 ended, because doing these in November is just plain RUDE to the last two months of the year) with a slight peek into 2024. We're back after a hiatus (!) and no promises on when the next episode will come out but another one...soon?

Three weeks have been passed and this was stuck on Geoff's Desktop cuz he's lazzyyyyyyyyy Enjoy

WE ARE BACK! The guys talk WWDC and Summer Game fest 2023! Does anyone really care about a $3K headset? Let us know!

BUT THE MONEY, DUTCH! Enjoy our deep dive into Red Dead Redemption 2 and how it's now Jim's favorite game of all time.