Christian and Devin review the first two episodes of SHOGUN. Set in Japan in the year 1600, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Shogun Review (06:12)Final Thoughts and Ratings (29:55)Coming Up Next / Closing (34:37)GRADES:  Christian: 85/100Devin:  85/100Overall  Score: 85/100Contact Film Optix ...

Christian and Devin give their spoiler-free reactions to  Abigail. After a group of would-be criminals kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure, all they have to do to collect a $50 million ransom is watch the girl overnight. In an isolated mansion, the captors start to dwindle, one by one, and they discover, to their mounting horror, that they're locked inside with no normal little girl. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Spoiler Free...

Christian and Aamanda give their spoiler-free reactions to  'Civil War' (2024). From filmmaker Alex Garland comes a journey across a dystopian future America, following a team of military-embedded journalists as they race against time to reach DC before rebel factions descend upon the White House. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Spoiler Free Section (08:06)Final Thoughts and Ratings (36:41)Where To Find Amanda (40:12)Coming Up Next / Closing (40:47) GRADES:  Christian:...

Christian and Devin give their spoiler-free reactions to Dev Patel's directorial debut Monkey Man. Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Dev Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city's sinister...

Christian and Devin give their spoiler-free reactions to Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.  This latest entry in the Monsterverse franchise follows up the explosive showdown of Godzilla vs. Kong with an all-new cinematic adventure, pitting the almighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla against a colossal undiscovered threat hidden within our world, challenging their very existence -- and our own. The epic new film will delve further into the histories of these Titans, their origins, and the...

Christian and Devin give their spoiler-free reactions to Immaculate.  Sydney Sweeney (Anyone But You, Euphoria, The White Lotus) stars as Cecilia, an American nun of devout faith, embarking on a new journey in a remote convent in the picturesque Italian countryside. Cecilia's warm welcome quickly devolves into a nightmare as it becomes clear her new home harbors a sinister secret and unspeakable horrors. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Spoiler Free Section (05:38)Final...

In this 4K Blu-ray Review Roundup, Christian assesses the quality of the 4K Blu-ray editions of 'Wonka,' 'Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom,' 'The Color Purple Remake,' "Wednesday Season 1, and 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.' Let's delve into the details! TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom (02:24)Wonka (05:09)The Color Purple Remake (09:07)Wednesday (12:10)The Hunger Games: TBOSAS (14:45)Coming Up Next / Closing  (20:35)Contact Film...

Christian and Devin give their spoiler-free reactions of  Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. The Spengler family returns to where it all started – the iconic New York City firehouse – to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who’ve developed a top-secret research lab to take busting ghosts to the next level. But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age. TOPICS IN...

Christian and Devin Review the first two episodes of X-MEN 97. A band of mutants use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future. Now streaming on Dinsey Plus, TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)X-Men 97 Spoiler Free Review  (06:32)Final Thoughts (25:12)Coming Up Next / Closing  (30:12)Contact Film Optix Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast and Spotify on your...

Christian and Devin Review  "Invincible"  Season 2 Part 2 (Episodes 5-8). Based on the groundbreaking comic book by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, the story revolves around 18-year-old Mark Grayson, who’s just like every other guy his age—except his father is (or was) the most powerful superhero on the planet. Still reeling from Nolan’s betrayal in Season One, Mark struggles to rebuild his life as he faces a host of new threats, all while battling his greatest fear - that he...

Christian and Amanda dive deep into the spoilers of  DUNE: PART 2. “Dune: Part Two” will explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Dune Part 2 Spoiler Review (10:48)Final Thoughts...

Christian reviews the Netflix film Damsel.  A dutiful damsel agrees to marry a handsome prince, only to find the royal family has recruited her as a sacrifice to repay an ancient debt. Thrown into a cave with a fire-breathing dragon, she must rely on her wits and will to survive. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Spoiler Free Section (02:31)Final Thoughts / Ratings (10:19)Coming Up Next / Closing (13:03) Contact Film Optix Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast and Spotify...

Christian and Devin review the first two episodes of SHOGUN. Set in Japan in the year 1600, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Spoiler Free Section (08:19)No Ratings! (30:20)Coming Up Next / Closing (32:46) GRADES:  We will not be rating this series until all episodes have been released on Tue,...

Christian and Devin review  DUNE: PART 2. “Dune: Part Two” will explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Spoiler Free Section (10:02)Final Thoughts and Ratings (28:43)Coming Up...

Christian, Leo, and Mike give their spoiler thoughts on the live-action Netflix adaptation of Avatar The Last Airbender: Book One Water.  Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the Firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world...

Christian and Devin review  MADAME WEB. In a switch from the typical genre, Madame Web tells the standalone origin story of one of Marvel publishing's most enigmatic heroines. The suspense-driven thriller stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who develops the power to see the future... and realizes she can use that insight to change it. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women bound for powerful destinies... if...

Christian and Devin review, BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. On the big screen for the first time, discover Bob's powerful story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Bob Marley: One Love Review (05:48)Final Thoughts and Ratings (29:40)Coming Up Next / Closing (32:27) GRADES:  Christian: 60/100Devin: 63...

Christian and Devin share their most anticipated TV shows of 2024! TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Honorable Mentions (06:01)Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2024 (09:54)Honorable Mentions Part 2 (27:41)Coming Up Next / Closing  (31:49) Contact Film Optix Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast and Spotify on your podcast platform of choice! Email us at [email protected] Tweet at us @FilmOptix Follow us @Film Optix on Instagram Follow us on Letterboxd Visit our Website ...

Christian and Devin review Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Season 1. Percy Jackson is on a dangerous quest. Outrunning monsters and outwitting gods, he must journey across America to return Zeus' master bolt and stop an all-out war. After losing his mother, Percy is sheltered at Camp Half-Blood, a sanctuary for demigod children. He must prove himself and confront his origins once he discovers he too is a demigod, and will take off into the perils of pursuing enemies in search of the...

Christian and Devin review ARGYLLE. Bryce Dallas Howard (Jurassic World franchise) is Elly Conway, the reclusive author of a series of best-selling espionage novels, whose idea of bliss is a night at home with her computer and her cat, Alfie. But when the plots of Elly's fictional books--which center on secret agent Argylle and his mission to unravel a global spy syndicate--begin to mirror the covert actions of a real-life spy organization, quiet evenings at home become a thing of the past....

Christian and Devin share their most anticipated movies of 2024 and Christian evaluates the 4K Blu-ray disc of Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part 1 TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Most Anticipated Movies of 2024 (07:35)Coming Up Next (41:49) Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One  4K Blu-ray Review (46:05)Closing (58:51) Contact Film Optix Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast and Spotify on your podcast platform of choice! Email us at...

Christian and Devin discuss all the spoiler-filled details about Marvel Studios' 'Echo'. Maya Lopez's ruthless behavior in New York City catches up with her in her hometown; she must face her past, reconnect with her Native American roots and embrace the meaning of family and community. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)Echo Spoiler Review (10:03)Final Thoughts  (31:07)Coming Up Next / Closing (35:09)GRADES:  Christian: 75/100Devin: 73 /100Podcast  Score: 74.5/100Contact...

Christian and Devin Review Mean Girls (2024). From the comedic mind of Tina Fey comes a new twist on the modern classic, MEAN GIRLS. New student Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is welcomed into the top of the social food chain by the elite group of popular girls called "The Plastics," ruled by the conniving queen bee Regina George (Reneé Rapp) and her minions Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika). However, when Cady makes the major misstep of falling for Regina's ex-boyfriend Aaron Samuels...

Christian gives his spoiler-free review on  Marvel Studios 'Echo'. Maya Lopez's ruthless behavior in New York City catches up with her in her hometown; she must face her past, reconnect with her Native American roots and embrace the meaning of family and community. TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE: Start / Housekeeping (00:18)About The Series (02:39)Echo Spoiler Free Review (05:37)Final Thoughts  (10:10)Coming Up Next / Closing (11:43)Contact Film Optix Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast and...