Feels Over Reels and Pop Culture Appeal

Episode 19: The Penguin (Episode 1)

In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Chris Farrell discuss the first episode of the new series 'The Penguin.' They explore the show's initial critical and audience reception, and comparison to other series.' The hosts share their impressions, discuss favorite moments, predictions, and potential crossover with other Batman villains in the grounded world created by Matt Reeves. They also touch on comparisons with other shows, including 'Acolyte,' and provide their final thoughts on the series’ future.
 
00:00 Introduction to Feels Over Reels
00:14 Discussing The Penguin Premiere
01:03 Initial Reactions and Reviews
02:05 Episode One Breakdown
03:43 Character Impressions and Comparisons
16:30 Speculations and Predictions
16:48 Speculating on Arkham Villains
17:18 Grounded Villains in the Batman Universe
20:22 Comparing Streaming Services
22:24 The Budget and Production of Gotham
24:57 The Strength of Realism in Penguin
26:25 Fan Controversies and Comparisons
31:39 Final Thoughts and Plugs

Episode 18: Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice

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
 

Episode 17: Cuckoo

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

Episode 16: Blink Twice

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

Episode 15: Alien Romulus

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
 

Episode 14: Borderlands

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

Episode 13: House of Dragon Season 2 Finale

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

Episode 12: Deadpool and Wolverine

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

Episode 11: House of Dragons, The Boys Season Finale, Star Wars: The Acolyte Season Finale

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

Episode 10: House of Dragons, The Boys, Star Wars: The Acolyte

In this episode of 'Feels Over Reels,' hosts Matt Gastar, Ron Newman, and Chris Farrell examine the latest Episodes in 'House of the Dragon' by discussing episodes two and three, focusing on character motivations and plot developments. The team also dives into 'The Boys,' analyzing recent twists in episodes four and five. They conclude with an in-depth review of 'The Acolyte,' exploring Jedi battles, plot twists, and potential connections to the Knights of Ren. 
 
00:00 Introduction to Feels Over Real Podcast
00:31 House of the Dragon: Episode 2 Breakdown
03:48 Dragonstone and Daemon's Resentment
07:22 Kriston Cole's Mission and Twin Assassins
11:26 The Burning Mill 
13:07 Speculations and Mystical Elements
33:33 The Boys: Episode 4 Recap
47:23 Farm Scene Chaos and Laughter
49:46 Frenchy's Confession and Group Dynamics
50:36 Starlight's Struggles and Compound V
51:52 Homelander's Aging and Power Dynamics
55:00 Butcher's Mysterious Incident
59:03 Star Wars: The Acolyte: Episode Four Recap: Day
01:06:25 Episode Five Recap: Night
01:16:18 Speculations and Theories
01:31:52 Final Thoughts and Promotions