The Penn Cinema Podcast

277: The Thrill of Conclave and the Experimentality of Here Nov 03, 2024

Two reviews for the price of one! This episode we take a look at Conclave and Here. Do they live up to the hype or do they fall to the wayside like so many flops this season? Also there's a rare unanimous vote on Trailer of the Week and Penn immigrates to Hawaii.

Don't miss our LIVE show November 9th at High Noon at Penn Cinema in Lititz!

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276: Saturday Night is for Every SNL Fan Oct 20, 2024

We've got an interesting one for you this time. While Saturday Night proves to be a winner the real juicy stuff is in the news and the trailers this week. There were a lot of contenders for Trailer of the Week. What could possibly win this title?

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275: Delusions Run Wild with Joker: Folie à Deux Oct 07, 2024

It's an episode of decisive opinions. The boys can't agree on the trailer of the week, the movie review, or on what the French American accent sounds like. But alas we push forward with the help of some great listener letters. Enjoy

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274: The Wild Robot Tames Our Hearts Sep 30, 2024

The first trailer brought tears to our eyes, the second trailer did the same, so it should be no surprise that this movie came with a waterfall from the eyes. The Wild Robot is not just an emotional power house but it's also one of the most beautiful animated films of the year. A definite must watch on the big screen. In other news we've got two great picks for trailer of the week and Penn gets a surprise before recording.

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273: Is Transfomers: One A Number One Or A Franchise Done? Sep 22, 2024

We're back after a short Birthday Break for the big (moldy)cheese Mr. Penn himself. Shoot the man a Happy Birthday at Podcast@PennCinema.com. So to celebrate the occasion We, and by we I mean the singular Me, saw Transformers: One. Opinions on this one are all over the charts. So were did we(again just me) land on this one? It's hard to say, you'll have to tune in to find out.

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272: A Francise Returns From The Dead With Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Sep 08, 2024

Can Tim Burton bring life to one of his rare sequel outings with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice? It seems like the fandom is there and they are very happy. Also this week Netflix steals the what could have been the trailer of the week and we get what might be the best letter ever written to the show.

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271: Blink Twice If You're Listening To This Episode Sep 02, 2024

This Labor Day weekend we took some time away from friends, family, and BBQs to see Blink Twice. Is this movie suspense or horror? That's the big question. Also we have a choice selection of trailers to go over and Frodo takes us to school on a classic film framing technique.

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270: Alien: Romulus Chest Bursts Into Theaters Aug 25, 2024

The Alien franchise is back with a sequel, no prequel, no spinoff? Well whatever it is Alien: Romulus is here. Which is good because there wasn't any news of note this week so we needed something fun to talk about. Don't worry Alien didn't have to carry all the weight this week. We have a boatload of trailers to talk about too. This weeks list even brings a little discourse to the show.

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269: It Ends With Us... Eventually Aug 12, 2024

The power couple of Blake Lively and Ryan Renalds are competing for the big movies this week. We've already taken a look at Ryan's small indie darling, Deadpool & Wolverine, now it's time to see what Blake is up to in It Ends With Us. Also this week there's some big disagreements on the trailer of the week and D23 hits us with some big news.

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268: Deadpool & Wolverine & The Penn Cinema Podcast Jul 28, 2024

What could very well be the movie of the summer, Deadpool & Wolverine is here! That's right the team up of the summer is a hit and we've got opinions about it. Plus we discuss what makes a trailer of the week vs the movie that looks the best. And there's big news out of San Diego Comic Con.

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267: Storm Chasing Twisters LIVE At Complet In Box Jul 22, 2024

We're back at Complete in Box's big anniversary party LIVE once again! Let me tell you every year this party just gets bigger and bigger. This time around we've got some special guests, new theme songs, and without further ado our top ten romantic comedies. If you missed it live now's your chance to relive the party

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266: Fly Me To The Moon Might Not Be A Winner But That Doesn't Mean It's A Looser Jul 15, 2024

Fly Me To The Moon fails to land as expected on opening weekend, but we're guessing it'll hand around for the long run. This week we've got some surprising trailers of the week and the hot debate is just how big is Greece?

Don't miss our live show next week Saturday July 20th at Complete In Box in Ephrata PA.

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265: The Big Movie Catchup Starting With A Quet Place: Day One Jul 08, 2024

We're back!!! That's right our first offical vacation where both of us stepped away from things. But that doesn't mean we weren't thinking about you. No not at all. This week we're playing catch up on all the news, boat load of trailers, and movies we missed while away. Up for discussion is A Quiet Place: Day One, Horizon: An American Saga, Kinds of Kindness, and Daddio. And we're not even charging extra for that! Trust me, we totally could and should.

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264: Inside Out 2 Turns The Box Office Upside Down 2 Jun 18, 2024

It's been a tremendous weekend for Pixar, Disney, and animation as a whole as Inside Out 2 has the second biggest animated opening ever. So it's suiting that we have a couple banger animation trailers to go over this week as well. Plus someone's sister thinks their some sort of detective, nay judge and jury. But about what or should I say whom? You'll have to listen to find out!

Two special notes this week. We're on Summer Vacation! The podcast will return July 8th. That gives you just enough time to make your plans to join us for our Live Show at Complete In Box on July 20th at 12pm.

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263: Does Bad Boys Ride Or Die On It's Way To Box Office Success? Jun 10, 2024

We may have a record breaking short news section this week, but the trailers were packing a punch. Plus the Bad Boys are back? Is this a good or bad things? We'll break it down, plus an extremely special note from a very special listener brings us almost to tears.

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262: The Muppet Movie Steals Hearts Once Again Jun 04, 2024

The Muppet Movie celebrates 45 years by gracing the silver screen once again. So of course we had to relive the experience. Also the most anticipated movie trailer of the year hits and we're over joyed to talk about Venom: The Last Dance! No wait, that can't be right....

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261: Furiosa: A Mad Max Flop? May 28, 2024

With one of the worst Memorial Day weekends for theaters behind us, we take a look at what could possibly be causing this and is Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga a flop? Also, things get a little decisive as our boys take opposite opinions on several subjects. But who's opinion is right? You'll have to decide.

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260: Double Feature Review of IF and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes May 20, 2024

No extra charge this week for a double feature review. Does IF have the laughs and does Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes have the thrills? All the answers are here! Plus we've got a slew of trailer reviews you're not going to want to miss and some surprising news bits to cover.

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259: We Did All Our Own Stunts Reviewing Fall Guy May 13, 2024

In a big first for the podcast not a single stunt man was used in the making of this episode. And with the risks higher then ever we covered a sprinkle of news, a slathering of trailers, and a downpour of Fall Guy critique. All this on a weekend when we should have been focused on our mothers. Will we ever learn?

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258: People Need To Go See The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Apr 29, 2024

Our news this week might not be national, it might not be mainstream, but it is technically news. Plus we've got a double feature review this week while the boys ponder over where the crowds are for The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare David confirms they're not watching Boy Kills World instead. But he wouldn't blame them if they were.

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257: Does Abigail Bleed The Audience Dry Or Take A Stake To The Heart? Apr 23, 2024

rThis episode we launch a whole new way of rating movies and Abigail is our first victim. How does one of our rare horror reviews fall on this new and scientific rating system? Plus, we've got a gander of new trailers for some of us to crank out pinkies out about.

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256: Will It Take A Civil War for A24 To Become One Of The Big Dogs? Apr 15, 2024

History is made this episode and we're not just talking about our review of A24's runaway hit Civil War. You'll just have to tune in to hear history in the making. We also cover all the behind the scenes excitement from Cinema Con and a boat load of trailers crashed up on shore to review.

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255: Who's The Real Monkey Man: Godzilla x Kong? Apr 08, 2024

We've got a treat for you this week with two for the price of one reviews! We're covering both Godzilla x Kong and Monkey Man. But don't worry, we'll charge double next week to make up for it.

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254: Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Heats Up The Weekend Mar 24, 2024

This episode David lays down a monologue that will have you questioning everything, Penn realizes some people weren't alive when Star Wars came out, and everyone agrees on the definitive trailer of the week. Plus we've got opinions on Ghostbusters that you're not going to hear anywhere else.

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253: One Love Review And Oscar Coverage All In One Place Mar 18, 2024

That's right two things you've been knocking down our door to get are finally here together in one episode. But enough of all that we've got what you're really looking for... That's right we know where Kate Middlton is and we're not afraid to let it all out in a tell all news segment. Also we've got one of the best new trailers of the year this week and Penn pretends he's the Black Night from Monty Python and the Holy Grail.

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252: Like Sands Through The Hourglass, So Are The Praises For Dune 2 Mar 04, 2024

That's right folks the moment David has been waiting for is here! And he has thoughts. Too many really. But that doesn't stop the praises for Dune to stop rolling in. And as if there was anything else worth talking about this week, somehow we cover a slew of new trailers and discuss some interesting news for some upcoming summer hits.

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251: The Drive Away Dolls Steal The Weekend Feb 26, 2024

Drive Away Dolls might be our first sleeper hit of the year. Or maybe we just need more solid comedies. Hard to tell. But some thing that's easy to tell is how many trailers we have to look over this week. Plus we start getting excited for Dune and Penn puts Oppenheimer on the installment plan.

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250: The Tangled Time Trap That Is Madame Web Feb 19, 2024

This week we spent our precious moments of life on Madame Web and there are definitely thoughts to be shared. Thankfully the Super Bowl left us with buffet of great new trailers to talk about. Also, we debate what's really considered a controversy in the film industry.

Come join us for a complementary screening of Dune 2 on Feb 29th @ 7pm at the Lititz location. Listen to the end of the show to find out how to secure your seats.

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249: The Twistfilled Style Of Argyle Feb 12, 2024

So many trailers to talk about this week and so little news. And keep in mind we recorded this before the Super Bowl so next week's trailers are going to be insane! But let's not get ahead of ourselves here. We're taking a look at Argyle which may or may not be a part of a bigger cinematic universe and may or may not have more twists in it then a Twizzlers. Opinions fly fast and high on this one. Where will we land? You'll just have to find out.

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248: The Beekeeper Is A Predictable Surprise Jan 29, 2024

The Beekeeper is one of those movies with an extremely predictable plot, yet why is it doing surprisingly well? Also on this episode a new leaf is turned over with the definition of "movie" and a hidden rap talent is revealed. Is the world ready?

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247: The I.S.S. Is Leterally Above Us But It's Movie Might Be Below Us Jan 21, 2024

That's right this one might not be for everyone. Penn brings us all the details on a movie that could have been great, but feels like it's being held up by strings. Also this episode trailers are so few we start reviewing TV shows. And finally we hear from a new long time listener. Can a Thunder Nolt strike twice?

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246: Telling The Truth About American Fiction Jan 15, 2024

This episode we take a look at what might be one of the years biggest sleeper hits, American Fiction. We also dip into some questionable audience reviews, find some trailers with great movies to look forward too, and hear from an old friend. Plus we debut a whole new segment to the show unlike any you've heard before.

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245: This One’s For All The New Listeners Jan 09, 2024

That's right this one here is specifically for all the new listeners out there. We're going to cover one of the interesting changes happening in cinemas and how it DOESN'T effect us. Also, we've got a double whammy review of Ferrari and The Boys in the Boat. Plus a certain "someone" gets called out on their actions from last week.

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244: 2023’s Top10s? No, Top Ends! Jan 03, 2024

You read that right. We're changing things up here and instead of doing Top Ten lists we're doing our Top Ends list. What does that mean? Well on a scale of 1-10 1-5 are you top 5 movies of the year with 1 being the best, but then 6-10 are you most hated movies of the year subsequently with 10 being the worst. Plus we have a lot more things to talk about this week like some great letters from you all and a controversial opinion from an odd source.

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243: The Best Moments of 2023 Dec 27, 2023

Something's wrong with our system! It appears we've been infiltrated by 2023 nostalgia!!! Only one nefarious pirate of the airwaves could be behind something like this.... The Abacus!

A big thanks for Roland Smoker for listening to way to much of this show and helping us out with this look back at 2023 and so much more.

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242: Wonka Is The Chocolate Covered Holiday Treat We Need Dec 20, 2023

Welcome to our holiday special! We had a lot to rave about with Wonka and one of us even called it a "Perfect Movie". Is there even such a thing? But that's not all we've got in store for this episode. It's almost a record week of top notch trailers coming out. We highly recommend you look up and watch each one we review this week.

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241: The Boy And The Heron And Two Podcast Hosts Dec 11, 2023

Hayao Miyazaki's latest masterpiece is taking the theaters by storm and we're excited to bring you our thoughts from two different realities. Or is that point of view? Or maybe just languages... Either way we've got things to say! Also this week we've got a slew of trailers that may or may not include some life lessons on spotting fakes.

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240: The Math Is In! Godzilla Minus One Equals An A+ With Us Dec 04, 2023

That's right the surprise hit of the year is here! We'll dive into what makes Godzilla Minus One special and why you really need to see it in the theater. Also this week we've got a crazy amount of solid trailers, but out mutual trailer of the week might not be what you'd think it would be.

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239: Napoleon Conquers The Podcast Nov 26, 2023

The movie your dad and uncle have been waiting for this season is finally here! That's right, this week we're taking a look at Apple's Napoleon. It seems audiences are torn on this one, but that isn't stopping them from coming out to see it. Also this week the trailers really let us down and we get into the finer details of Loki season 2.

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238: The Marvels & The Hunger Games Launch Us Into The Holiday Movie Season Nov 20, 2023

The holiday movie season is officially here! From here on out for the rest of the year it's multiple notable new movies each week. To get you ready for the Thanksgiving weekend we've got our takes on The Marvels and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. Oof, that last one's a mouthful of title isn't it? Speaking of being full it seems like everyone has had their fill of the strike as a deal has officially be made bringing it to an end. Get ready for a tidal wave of announcements as all the dormant projects come back to life. In the meantime we've got a slew of underwhelming trailers to go over.

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237: Priscilla Live From The Red Rose Film Festival Nov 06, 2023

We're delighted to be back live at The Red Rose Film Festival recording live at the Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse. The news this week is definitely full of some ups and downs, but the trailers were hitting hard this week. Also Penn shares the secrets to his breaking news dance and we dig into the new biopic Priscilla.

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236: Can We Survive Five Nights At Freddy’s? Oct 30, 2023

The extremely popular video game franchise Five Nights at Freddy's makes the jump to the big screen, but does it have the jump scares to make it worth it? We discuss the ups and downs of this growing franchise. Plus this week we have a slew of trailers for some amazing movies that will only be around for a limited amount of time. So make sure to check out the trailers and watch for showtimes if you don't want to miss them.

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235: Killers Of The Flower Moon Creates Some Devisive Opinions Oct 24, 2023

There are only so many minutes in the day and Killers of the Flower Moon is 100% going to take more of them then you expect. The boys don't see eye to eye on this one, but you can be the judge. Also this week there's way too many good trailers, which will be trailer of the week?

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234: And Then Taylor Swift The Eras Tour Changed Everything Oct 15, 2023

That's right folks the zeitgeist has been changed forever. We're going to be hearing about The Eras Tour for the rest of our lives in some way or another. But in smaller news, we cover the latest update to the actors strike and there's some interesting listener feedback. Oh and just in case you missed it this episode we reviewed the trailers for Wonka, The Color Purple, Candy Cane Lane, Squealer, The Iron Claw, and Allswell in New York.

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233: The Creator Shines Bright, Only Not As Bright As Expected Oct 08, 2023

Big BIG news this week as we celebrate the ending of the writers strike and gawk at the phenomenon that is the upcoming Taylor Swift movie. Plus we've got a slew of new trailers this week to go over. One so good Penn decided not to even give it the light of day. And lastly but not leastly someone who shall go unnamed gets a theme song finally.

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232: Making Bank With That Expend4ble Dumb Money Sep 25, 2023

That's right folks, we've got two TWO movie reviews for you this week! And we're not even charging extra at this point. This much content is almost a crime. Or it would be if we would have had any news to talk about. Thankfully there was also a whole cargo hold of new trailers to go through the PCP customs machine.

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231: A Not So Spooky Haunting In Venice Sep 18, 2023

What was heavily marketed as a spooky horror film turns out to be a really good not so spooky murder mystery. A Haunting in Venice does not disappoint as long as you know what you're getting yourself into. And that just so happens to not be a horror movie. Also this week we take a look a trailers with a supposed bell curve of quality and David brings you his much anticipated best movies of the 90s.

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230: The Equalizer 3 Is The Sequel We Never Knew We Needed Sep 11, 2023

The Equalizer 3 is the type of sequel that makes you almost wish you'd seen the movies before it. But no time for that because there are only so many minutes in a day and we've got a huge slew on new trailers to watch. Plus the ultimate guessing game for what could possibly be on Penn's top 5 80's movies takes place. Don't miss your chance to guess David's top 90's movies next week by emailing your guesses in.

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229: Does Blue Beetle Over Deliver? Aug 27, 2023

Someone had some very strong opinions of Blue Beetle this week. Are they warranted? You'll have to decide for yourself. But that's not all we have for you, there's also a slew of great trailers to review this week. The landscape of films in theaters is changing and it's interesting to see where we'll be going in the next few months.

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228: The Stench Of Meg 2: The Trench Aug 14, 2023

Logic flies out the window for a true summer pizza movie, but does it live up to the first one? Plus in a rare turn of events all of the hosts agree on a trailer of the week and we find out who you should really contact about Penn Cinema Podcast shirts.

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227: Get Ready For Some Mutant Mayhem Aug 06, 2023

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are back! Wait, were they ever gone? Doesn't matter cause they're back either way! This time we've got a whole new spin on their origin story and a brave new style of animation. Also this week we've got a bunch of stories we're pretending is news because the strike continues on strong AND we've got some crazy trailers to look at.

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226: Not Even Oppenheimer Could Predict How Explosive This Live Show Would Be Jul 31, 2023

That's right folks, for the first time since the last time we're coming at you LIVE! This time we were invited to be a part of Complete In Box's 12th anniversary celebration. So much happened during the show you almost had to be there to believe it... almost because of course you can listen to it right here and now! Truly and episode that will have many people saying 'Should we really let these guys in public?'

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225: It’s Barbie’s World And We’re Just Playing In It Jul 24, 2023

Welcome to what will probably be remembered as the big show before our Live show at Complete In Box in Ephrata, PA on July 29th at 12pm high noon. If that's not enough to set this episode apart from all the others then I guess we could also mention that we reviewed Barbie. And lets not forget that for the first time in a while both the bois picked the same trailer of the week. Some dreams do come true.

Speaking of dreams coming true, we're going to be doing a live show at Complete In Box in Ephrata, PA on July 29th at 12pm. Come on out and say hi!

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224: Mission Impossible: Dead Reconing Part One Movie Seven Reboot One Jul 16, 2023

The big blockbuster of the summer is finally here! But does it live up to the hype? Speeking of hype there's a slew of new trailers to dip into this week. Also there's big things shaking up Hollywood these days and we're going to get into it.

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223: Has Fate Or Destiny Been Dialed In For Indiana Jones? Jul 10, 2023

Folks we're back and this time we're dialing it in on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Is it destiny for this movie to be remembered fondly or is it fate that it'll remain know only for how hard it flopped? Thoughts are had and we express them. But that's not all! We have some surprising picks for Trailer of the Week and someone's sister might not be everyone's favorite.

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222: No Hard Feelings About The New Jennifer Lawrence Film Jun 26, 2023

This episode Penn comes at us with a review of Hard Feelings. Which may or may not be the last movie he's seen, so the outcome of this review is really up in the air. Also, there's some strong arming about which trailer is truly the trailer of the week and did David start a cult?

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221: The Flash Finally Speeds Into Theaters Jun 19, 2023

At one point with all the delays it received it was hard to believe The Flash would ever seen an actual audience. Yet after all this time here we are and and honestly... whatever they did with all that extra time was TOTALLY worth it. We've got lots to say about this movie and our opinions will not be silenced! Unless of course you turn down the volume while listening. You'd think that'd be enough to fill an episode, but no we've got plenty more stuffed into this outing. Including someone calling out Penn for the very first time. Ever.

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220: Our Minds Are Blown By Spider-man: Across The Spider-verse Jun 05, 2023

Top story this week is the killer half of half a dozen trailers we have to review. Oh boy will they totally blow you away and not completely disappoint. However if that's not enough for you we've got a look into Spider-man: Across the Spider-verse and I suppose we have some things to day about it.

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219: The Little Mirmaid Makes A Big Splash May 31, 2023

Does Disney come at us with their best live action adaptation yet or is this just another nostalgia cash grab? We'll get into it this episode. Plus we have a rare week where every trailer we have to talk about is a winner. Hard to believe, but it's true!

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218: It’s Time To Fast X Your Seatbelts May 22, 2023

That's right folks, the movie that could have landed the pun of century with it's title is finally here! In other areas such as news there's not a whole lit to report on, but we've got it covered with info on some pretty great new trailers. You better buckle up for this one!

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217: Controversy Strikes With Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 2 May 15, 2023

And we're back on our normal weekly schedule. Did you miss us? Funny, I didn't seen any missed calls from you. Maybe you were busy watching Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 like we were. Oh boy, do we have things to say. But before all that we're going to share some thoughts on the writers strike and peruse a delightful list of trailers.

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216: What Happens At CinemaCon Stays At CinemaCon May 01, 2023

We're midway though our sporadic spring schedule and we're checking in with the real inside scoop from CinemaCon 2023. That's right, Penn brings us the hot scoops and piles of poops straight from the convention floor. And if that's not enough over the top content for one episode we've also got a boatload of new trailers to discuss and David has some choice words in his review of Renfield.

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215: Can The Super Mario Bros Go From The Worst Video Game Movie To The Best? Apr 18, 2023

Super Mario Bros from 1993 is widely known as the worst video game movie of all time. Seriously though, you can find documentaries on how it all went wrong. However, with the new Super Mario Brothers movie we may have the best video game movie yet! But that's not all! We've also got a review of Air, and ton of Star Wars news, and about 30 billion trailers to review.

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214: The Undeniable Treasure of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Apr 03, 2023

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is stealing audiences away with rave reviews, but is they hype real? Some of us saw it and have things to say. Also we've got big Oscar news and ally wandering then you'll know what to do with.

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213: John Wick 4: Subtitle Not Needed Mar 27, 2023

It's time once again to dive deep into the world of assassins with the 4th most installment of John Wick. Will John be able to Wick his way out of this situation? Only time will tell. Also this week you all heard the call, but only one brave soul was up to the the challenge of writing us a song. Who could it have been and did they cheat?

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212: SHAZAM!: Furry Of The Audience Mar 20, 2023

The earth shook and the clouds parted for another top effort podcast. This time we're taking a look at one of the last stragglers of the Snyderverse. Or is it the beginning of the DCU? Hard to tell really. On top of that we've got Oscar news, trailers galore, and insights on to some early thoughts for upcoming films.

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211: Creed III The Third Most Creed Mar 05, 2023

Who's ready to do 12 rounds with one of this years best pictures? That's right we are. And after we knock that out we've got a small platter of trailers to bring you and some of the best listener feedback we've ever gotten.

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210: This Is Your Brain On Cocaine Bear Feb 27, 2023

You'd think this week's big hook would be all about Cocaine Bear, but you'd be wrong. It's really all about how many times David can call Jonathan Majors by the wrong name? Think it's a lot? Cause it's more then you think. Also this week we've got a slew of new trailers coming your way, all worth watching. And to top it all off some listeners send us messages with "choice words" in them.

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209: There Ain’t No Mania Like The Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania Feb 19, 2023

That's right folks, it's time to shrink things down and get into Quantumania. Phase 5 of the MCU is here, but does the newest installment live up the size of it's predecessors? Plus we've got a slew of new trailers and our trailer of the week might surprise you. It definitely surprised us!

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208: Is 80 For Brady A Game Winning Touchdown? Feb 06, 2023

That's right folks, SPORTS! We're all about it. They big plays and the slick moves. Or maybe we're just here for the laughs. Either way we've got a jam packed episode for you this week! There's DC news, about 1893 trailers to review, and more math problems than you can count.

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207: It’s a Tron Legacy Of Math Jan 29, 2023

Lets step back in time 13 years for a look back at Tron Legacy. David hails this as an all time great, but Penn has never seen it. Does it live up to the hype? Also this episode we take a deep dive into the math that shapes the news and we've got 4 trailers to talk about that are sure to go down in history as having been released.

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206: The Biggest House Party Of The Year Jan 24, 2023

Can it be? Is the movie news drought finally over? Prepare yourself for the beginning of the movie powerhouse that is 2023! From here on out we're expecting things to only pick up as this year is marked as the return to normal film releases. And as if that wasn't big enough news to hold the whole episode up, we've got a super special review of House Party. So get ready to rave cause this is going to be a wild one!

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205: M3GAN Is The Toy Movie We Didn’t Know We Wanted! Jan 15, 2023

Do we look like a pair of cats to you? No, we don't. And that's why we got outside of the box this week and explored the move M3GAN. We're we delighted or horrified? Only time will tell. Or actually this podcast will tell if you listen to it. But that's not all! This week Elizabeth Banks has some of the biggest news of the year AND we've got so many new trailers we can't even agree on a trailer of the week.

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204: Just Call Us Ahab Cause It’s Time To Hunt The Whale Jan 10, 2023

That's right folks it's time for the first review of the year and this time we're looking into The Whale. Is this movie all it's built up to be or does it beach itself under the weight of it's hype? Also this week we've a group of trailers that are 100% definitely trailers, so you're not going to want to miss that.

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203: A Deep Dive Into 2022’s Sequel 2022: Electric Booglaloo Jan 03, 2023

Happy New Year Everyone!! With a new age upon us let's take a look at some of the upcoming movies we have to look forward to. What movies will make out top ten list of most anticipated films? Should we be held to that list at the end of the year? Absolutely not!

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202: Let’s Take A Look At Avatar 2 And 2022’s Top Ten Movies Dec 22, 2022

That's right folk, we've got an action packed show for you this week! Not only are we finally giving you our much anticipated review of Avatar: Splish Splash I'm Taking A Bath This Is IMAX, but we're also bringing you our Top Ten list for the movies of 2022. That's right Christmas has come early! Well marginally early since it's in two days.

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The Penn Cinema Podcast This Is The One Dec 14, 2022

While this is indeed The One, the one episode where Penn decided we needed to completely overhaul our episode naming parameters, it's also the one episode where we discuss Violent Night. But that's not all folks! We also have 12 crazy trailers to go over and hefty amount of news. Plus just how many ways can you watch the new Avatar movie?

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200: Avatar: The Way Of The Commentary Track Dec 04, 2022

Welcome to our 200th episode extravaganza! For this episode we're doing something a little different and we've put together a commentary track for Avatar. To fully enjoy this episode queue up Avatar and hit play when instructed in the episode to watch along with us. There are audio cues in the episode to help make sure the commentary and the movie stay in sync. Let us know what you think of this experiment. Is there another movie you'd like us to do?

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199: Tearing Through Every Layer Of This Glass Onion Nov 28, 2022

How many layers deep does this onion go? We endeavor to find out! Along the way we've got some exciting news about our 200th episode and Penn makes a very clever joke that David totally sees, acknowledges, and appreciates.

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198: It’s All Part Of The Menu Nov 21, 2022

What's on the menu this week? Why it's a well cultured review of course. For an appetizer we have a splash of news and hefty helping of trails. And then for dessert some freshly squeezed notes from our listeners.

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197: Wakanda Forever: Black Panther 2: Electric Boogaloo Nov 16, 2022

The news section this week is a real roller coaster for your emotions. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and most of all you'll roll your eyes. Later in the episode we've got some great listener feedback and upwards of two exemplary dad jokes. But the main course this week is a deep dive into Black Panther Wakanda Forever. There's a whole lot to see on this one and boy do we say it.

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196: One Ticket to Paradise For The Banshees of Inisherin Nov 07, 2022

That's right folks we've got two reviews for the price of one this week. Huzzah! But that's not all, we get to taste the taste of sweet sweet vindication from some studio execs and what might be the holiday movie of the year may not show at Penn Cinema? WHHHHAAAT? All this plus some deep entomology lessons on this week's show.

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195: Tár, Pronounced Ta-Alfalfa-R Oct 31, 2022

Could a true Oscar contender be on our hands with Tár? Does an Oscar contender have to be a good movie? Serious questions with serious answers this week. Also this episode we've got hot trailers to go over and it's time we get the low down on who Wonder-Man really is.

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194: Was The Rock Born To Play Black Adam? Oct 24, 2022

Nearly 15 years in the making and Black Adam is finally here! Does it rock our world? We'll get into it. And just when you thought there wasn't any news this week we find ourselves bringing the hard hitting stories you wont find anywhere else. Plus Penn goes to Hawaii and brings back some pieces of paradise.

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193: Sleeping The Days Away In Amsterdam Oct 17, 2022

Things get off to a rocky start this week and we almost have to turn this podcast around. Thankfully we get out act together to bring you what might be out longest short stack of news ever. Plus we have an amazing list of unimpressive trailers to review. And all that leads to a riveting conversation about the fly under the radar ensemble film Amsterdam.

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192: Not Even The Woman King Can Make This Episode Any Shorter Oct 12, 2022

We're Back!!! That's right folks, you thought we were done, but here we are back at it again. We've got a lot to catch up on including reviewing The Woman King, digging through a ton of new trailers, and don't think we forgot about your random questions. So clear your schedule, sit back, and settle in for the long hall.

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191: Don’t Worry Darling About The Drama Around This Movie Sep 26, 2022

Is the drama around Don't Worry Darling enough to hype this movie into fame or does the film stand alone in it's own greatness? Also this week we discuss if a good movie trailer has to be about anything or if even make sense.

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190: See How They Run To Listen To This Podcast Sep 20, 2022

Some kid had a birthday this week and we'd be remiss if we didn't take some time to celebrate. Once the festivities are taken care of we can finally focus on some real news and a look at this week's movie See How They Run. It's a real Who Done It?, but maybe it should be called a Who Seen It?.

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189: Has Anyone Really Heard Of Brahmāstra Sep 14, 2022

Some people saw Brahmāstra this weekend and there were even witnesses to back that claim up. But were any of those people out hosts? Who could tell? Well I guess the witnesses, but it's best if you don't ask them any questions. Also this week we got some huge news out of D23 and also a slew of trailers. A venerable boat load of trailers.

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188: Do We Really Need 11 More Minuets of Spider-Man No Way Home? Sep 05, 2022

Could eleven minuets really change a movie that much? It's time to find out! Plus this week we're gifted with some of the best trailers ever. No wait, that's not right. WORST trailers ever. That's more like it. And as an added bonus this week we laugh at our own jokes. Like a lot.

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187: 3000 Years Of Longing For This Episode Aug 30, 2022

Can something be the worst but also not that bad? Can great actors somehow not be great for a role? And can Penn make a sports analogy without using any sports terms? Some of these great mysteries will be answered on this episode!

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186: Tackling One Beast Of A Review Aug 22, 2022

It's been a while since we both agreed on the review and it's good to be back on the same side of the fence with Beast. That said we both pick drastically different trailers of the week. Will there ever be peace in our time? Hard to tell.

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185: Searching For News From The Ghost And The Darkness Aug 15, 2022

Was it a slow news week or did we just condense all you needed to know this week into one finite point? Also this week we prepare for Beast next week by reviewing the quintessential lion attack movie The Ghost and The Darkness. Does it hold up? Will it be better then Beast? What walks into the room first Val Kilmer or his teeth? All these questions and more will be asked this week.

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184: Taking A Bullet Train To The Top Of The Charts Aug 08, 2022

You know it's going to be a special week when we've got a new game to play on the show. Plus could we have a new movie of the year contender? And don't you think for a second we overlooked all the "gold" Saban Films is putting out there. Some might even call it "Priceless". I mean someone some where must, but I haven't met them yet.

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183: This Time It’s About Vengeance! Aug 03, 2022

Is this episode late or early? Who's to say? Either way it's time to get some Vengeance! Or at least talk about Vengeance. Also there's a big gap on what trailer wins trailer of the week. I'm not saying we take to fist-e-cuffs on it, but I am saying black eyes make you look wicked tough.

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182: Just Say Nope To SDCC News Jul 26, 2022

It's a lot this week, like a lot. A real feast or famine type situation. But by golly to we feast! That's right SDCC was last week and the amount of news and trailers we got was mind blowing. We're talking some of the biggest Marvel news in years! Also we saw the movie Nope and some might say it was divisive.

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181: Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris And All I Got Was This T-Shirt Jul 18, 2022

It's that time of year again! Time to get hyped for all the news that maybe might possibly if we're hopeful come out of SDCC. Also there's some weird stuff going on with the trailers this week. Definitely a first.

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180: Does Thor Win Our Love Or Feel The Wrath Of Our Thunder? Jul 12, 2022

This episode has it all! From pivotal directors giving up on their property, to TikTok fads, to inspirational art there's seemingly nothing exciting that we don't cover this episode. Plus we review Thor Love and Thunder. Or as it's more commonly known as: Thorth.

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179: Did We Make Mr. Malcolm’s List? Jul 04, 2022

Mr. Malcolm has quite the list of requirements for a bride, but what about for a podcast? Certainly we must make the cut. I mean this week we have two hole trailers to review! AND we talk about the Tour de France!! Come on Mr. Malcolm, lower your standards just this once.

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178: Elvis Has Entered The Theater Jun 27, 2022

Just like Elvis at the International we're not going anywhere so we're back for episode 178. Maybe you've seen the show before and maybe we've put on a few extra minuets of content here and there, but you have to admit you ain't never seen a show like this before. Especially when you consider you listen to the show and don't watch it at all. So I guess technically you've never seen the show at all. Kinda rude when you think about it.

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