• Episode 18: Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice
    Sep 13 2024

    In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Chris Farrell, Matt Gastar, and Ron Newman discuss the highly anticipated sequel 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.' They analyze box office success, critic and audience ratings, and compare it with the original 'Beetlejuice' and other legacy sequels like 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife' and 'Top Gun: Maverick.' The hosts debate the effectiveness of new characters, plot developments, and potential for a third installment. They also share personal ratings and impressions while speculating on the future of the franchise.

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts

    00:11 Beetlejuice Sequel Overview

    00:46 Matt's Take on the Sequel

    02:11 Ron’s Perspective

    02:51 Spoiler Alert: In-Depth Discussion

    11:30 Character Analysis and Critiques

    13:35 Debating Character Dynamics

    14:48 Villain Choices and Plot Issues

    17:28 De-Aging Technology in Movies

    21:08 Future of the Beetlejuice Franchise

    27:36 Final Thoughts and Plugs

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    30 mins
  • Episode 17: Cuckoo
    Sep 2 2024

    In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Chris Farrell dive into a detailed review and discussion of the thriller-horror movie 'Cuckoo.' They talk about its unique story elements, the movie's atmospheric tension, and the eerie, mind-bending scenes that define the film.

    00:12 Discussing the Movie 'Cuckoo'

    00:32 Box Office and Reviews

    02:12 Director and Spoiler Alert

    02:56 Initial Impressions of 'Cuckoo'

    05:05 Plot and Themes Analysis

    10:23 Character Dynamics and Performances

    16:08 Speculations and Theories

    17:19 Unraveling the Cuckoo Lore

    21:24 Detective's Role and Revelations

    24:56 Mind-Bending Time Loops

    27:42 The Cuckoo Conspiracy

    32:39 Final Thoughts and Plugs

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    33 mins
  • Episode 16: Blink Twice
    Aug 27 2024

    In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Chris Farrell dive deep into the thriller movie 'Blink Twice.' They discuss their impressions, plot details, character arcs, and thematic elements. Despite the horror movie's mixed reception, the hosts explore its dark humor, intense scenes, and complex narrative.

    00:00 Introduction to Feels Over Real Podcast

    00:17 Weekend Horror Movie Marathon

    00:24 Blink Twice: Spoiler Review

    00:53 Box Office and Ratings Discussion

    01:52 Original Title Controversy

    02:53 General Impressions of Blink Twice

    04:40 Plot Overview

    06:22 Character Analysis and Themes

    13:31 Audience Reception and Comparisons

    14:58 Discussing the Missing Knife

    15:44 Frida's Role and the Snake Venom

    17:46 The Cast and Acting Performances

    18:13 Final Thoughts on the Movie

    22:05 Recommendations and Wrap-Up

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    26 mins
  • Episode 15: Alien Romulus
    Aug 20 2024

    In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Chris Farrell, Matt Gastar, and Ron Newman dive into a detailed discussion and review of 'Alien Romulus.' They explore the movie's budget, critical reception, thematic elements, and key plot points, including callbacks to previous alien movies and the film's surprise ending. The hosts also share their opinions on the film's main characters, set design, and overall experience of watching it in theaters. Additionally, they touch on the influence of Disney's ownership on the franchise and their hopes for future sequels.

    00:10 Alien Romulus: Initial Thoughts

    00:29 Budget and Box Office Insights

    02:02 Director and Critical Reception

    03:25 Spoiler Discussion Begins

    03:56 Character Impressions and Plot Analysis

    12:39 Fan Service and Franchise Connections

    15:28 Prometheus Moment and Serum Confusion

    17:40 Slow Start and Sci-Fi World Building

    18:51 Comparisons to Other Sci-Fi Movies

    21:51 Alien Franchise Tropes and Endings

    23:58 Genetic Experiments and Xenomorph Origins

    28:08 Disney's Acquisition and Future of the Franchise

    30:43 Final Thoughts and Plugs

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    33 mins
  • Episode 14: Borderlands
    Aug 13 2024

    In this episode of Feels Over Reels, hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Chris Farrell tackle the 2024 Borderlands movie. They discuss the film's budget, financial outcomes, and the long delays and reshoots that plagued its production. The hosts critique the casting chemistry, overall storytelling, and compares it to other video game adaptations.

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts

    00:13 Borderlands Movie Overview

    00:35 Box Office and Production Insights

    02:09 Spoiler-Free Review

    02:29 Detailed Movie Critique

    04:16 Character and Casting Analysis

    16:39 Visuals and Production Quality

    18:26 Rushed Storytelling and Character Importance

    18:53 Comparing Treasure Hunt Movies

    19:40 Jumanji and Jungle Cruise Discussions

    21:09 CGI and Visual Effects Critique

    21:44 Madam Web and Borderlands Comparison

    23:49 Confusing Celebration and Ending

    25:58 Annoying Characters and Plot Holes

    28:25 Worst Video Game Adaptations

    30:43 Final Thoughts and Plugs

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    31 mins
  • Episode 13: House of Dragon Season 2 Finale
    Aug 6 2024

    In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Chris Farrell delve into their reactions to the House of the Dragon season finale. The discussion covers character arcs, key plot developments, and emotional stakes of the series as a whole. The hosts debate about the effectiveness of the finale, the strength of the season overall, and speculate on the future direction of the show. They also share their thoughts on various character dynamics and unanswered questions, making this a spoiler-filled deep dive for fans of the series.

    00:15 House of Dragons Finale Discussion Begins

    00:47 General Impressions of the Finale

    01:47 Dialogue Highlights and Character Interactions

    02:55 Expectations vs Reality

    05:05 Character Arcs and Predictions

    17:09 Timeline and Season Progression

    21:11 Jon's Vision and Game of Thrones Ending

    22:09 New Dragon Riders: Adam, Ulf, and Hugh

    30:57 Rhaenyra's Dilemma and Alicent's Offer

    32:35 Season Review and Character Arcs

    38:51 Final Thoughts and Future Speculations

    41:27 Plugs and Promotions

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    41 mins
  • Episode 12: Deadpool and Wolverine
    Aug 3 2024

    Deadpool and Wolverine: Can they Save the MCU?

    In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Chris Farrell, Matt Gastar, and Ron Newman dive deep into 'Deadpool and Wolverine.' They explore their immediate reactions, discuss character dynamics, and share thoughts on the movie's impact on the MCU. Topics include the film's storyline, comedic elements, cameos, villain performances, and the broader state of the MCU. Concluding thoughts consider future character arcs and the fate of key MCU players.

    00:00 Introduction and Hosts

    00:10 Deadpool and Wolverine: First Impressions

    02:26 Comparing Deadpool Movies

    03:24 Spoilers and Villain Discussion

    05:01 Cameos and Easter Eggs

    08:28 Deadpool and Wolverine Chemistry

    11:05 TVA and Multiverse Connections

    18:40 MCU's Current State and Future

    19:21 Peaks and Valleys of the MCU

    19:44 The Multiverse Dilemma

    20:24 Bringing Wolverine Back

    20:45 Deadpool's Time Travel Theories

    21:37 Confusing X-Men Timelines

    22:12 MCU's Current Low Point

    23:26 Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom

    29:27 Deadpool in the Avengers?

    36:41 Final Thoughts on Deadpool

    39:09 Plugs and Sign-Off

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    40 mins
  • Episode 11: House of Dragons, The Boys Season Finale, Star Wars: The Acolyte Season Finale
    Jul 29 2024

    Exploring 'House of the Dragon' and 'The Acolyte': Recaps and Deep Dives

    In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Chris Farrell delve into the latest episodes of 'House of the Dragon, The Boys, and 'The Acolyte'. They recap major plot points, character dynamics, and political intricacies for both House of the Dragon and The Boys.. The discussion then shifts to 'The Acolyte' Season Finale and the season as a whole,, where they dissect character arcs, plot holes, and Disney's impact on Star Wars lore.

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    00:16 House of the Dragon Recap: Major Events and Battles

    02:13 Political Maneuvering and Power Plays

    03:27 Alicent’s Downfall and Family Dynamics

    11:57 Daemon's Mysterious Actions and Witch Lady

    21:21 The Boys Finale: Plot Twists and Confrontations

    29:52 The Boys: Group Captured

    30:35 Season Comparison: Weakest Season?

    32:09 Homelander's Unchecked Power

    33:21 Character Arcs and Frustrations

    41:55 Butcher's Tumor Theory

    47:07 The Acolyte: Episode Rundown

    56:51 The Acolyte: Finale Breakdown

    01:04:26 Trust Issues and Political Undertones

    01:04:50 Darth Plagueis Peek-a-Boo Discussion

    01:05:07 Speculations on Plagueis and The Stranger

    01:06:01 The Role of Sith Masters and Apprentices

    01:07:29 Theories on Anakin's Origin

    01:08:52 Debating the Chosen One

    01:10:22 Critique of the Acolyte Show

    01:15:44 Potential Storylines and Character Arcs

    01:18:32 Jedi Philosophy and Politics

    01:30:43 Final Thoughts and Comparisons

    01:35:48 Closing Remarks and Plugs

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    1 hr and 39 mins