Chris Evans and Ana de Armas star in the new action, rom-com Ghosted, now streaming on Apple TV+. Director Dexter Fletcher joins the show this week to talk about the actors’ natural chemistry, Ana de Armas taking on the role after Scarlett Johansson’s exit, Chris Evan’s natural comedic chops, and more. We also get his reaction to Taron Edgerton’s snub at the Oscars for Rocketman, and even an update on the status of Robert Downey Jr.’s Sherlock Holmes 3, which Fletcher was once set to direct. 

Also this week, Jake shares praise for Star Trek: Picard Season 3, and we review the movies headed to theaters and streaming this weekend.

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:40 - Dexter Fletcher Talks Chris Evans and Ana De Armas In Ghosted’ 

00:34:25 - ‘Picard’ Season 3 Is Awesome

00:39:21 - Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Covenant’ Review

00:51:44 - ‘Chevalier’ Review

00:57:34 - ‘Ghosted’ Review

01:02:01 - ‘Evil Dead Rise’ Review

01:13:38 - Our Favorite Sam Ramie Movies

01:25:46 - Outro

Director Stephen Williams and writer Stefani Robinson join us to talk about their new film Chevalier, starring Kelvin Harrison Jr., Lucy Boynton, and Samara Weaving. 

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Ben Schwartz and Chris McKay return to share behind-the-scenes stories from their new film ‘Renfield’ starring Nicolas Cage and Nicholas Hoult alongside Schwartz. We dive into some of the film’s incredible, and practical, special effects, Nicolas Cage’s performance and the impact he’s had throughout his career, and more. Be sure to stick around for our full review of the film as well. 

Also this week, Sean returns from Star Wars Celebration with plenty to share, including his thoughts on all the exclusive footage screened. Is the future of Star Wars finally looking bright? Listen through to find out. 

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:17 - Ben Schwartz And Director Chris McKay Talk ‘Renfield’

00:44:48 - Sean Returns From Star Wars Celebration

01:13:06 - ‘The Pope’s Exorcist’ Review

01:17:40 - ‘Renfield’ Review

01:23:02 - Our Favorite Horror Comedy Movies

01:33:25 - Outro

It’s a big week at the movies! On today’s show, we take a look at what is projected to be the best Easter weekend at the box office with The Super Mario Bros. Movie leading the way. Ben Affleck’s Air is also opening this weekend, and we think it will grab moviegoers over the weeks to come for a respectable return before heading to streaming. 

Barbie dropped a new trailer which seems to have grabbed ahold of the zeitgeist. We’re all looking forward to Greta Gerwig’s latest, and we can’t wait to see if it holds onto this momentum through its summer release. Stick around through the show for our reviews of Paint starring Owen Wilson, Ben Affleck’s Air, and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, all of which we really enjoyed! What a time to be a movie fan, folks. 

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:31 - Box Office Chat: Easter Weekend, and D&D’s Results

00:20:03 - Barbie Trailer Reaction

00:33:13 - Paint Review

00:37:05 - Air Review

00:47:40 - The Super Mario Bros. Movie Review

00:54:02 - Our Favorite Video Game Movie Adaptation

01:11:53 - Outro

Zach Braff, the writer, director, and producer behind the new film A Good Person, starring Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman, joins the show! He talks about the amazing performance by Pugh in this film, what it’s like to direct a legend like Morgan Freeman, collaborating with John Travolta, and more. 

Stick around after the interview to hear our review of his new film, as well as our thoughts on Tetris which hits Apple TV+ this week. Also dropping in theaters though is a surprise favorite of the year, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves so stay tuned through the episode for our review. 

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:43 - Zach Braff Interview: A Good Person, Working With Morgan Freeman, Florence Pugh, and More

00:36:10 - Tetris Review

00:40:48 - A Good Person Review

00:48:03 - Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Review

00:59:43 - Our Favorite Hugh Grant Movie

John Wick: Chapter 4 is now in theaters, and the director behind the franchise, Chad Stahelski, returns to ReelBlend to discuss. We talk about the fallout of cutting off John Wick’s finger leading to over 600 VFX shots, why they decided to make John right-handed even though Keanu Reeves is a lefty, the franchises animal-loving roots, working with the Wachowski’s on The Matrix franchise and more. 

Also this week, we are joined by Executive Vice President of the National Association of Theater Owners Jackie Brenneman to discuss the outlook of moviegoing in 2023 and beyond. 

Stay tuned through the interview for our full review of John Wick: Chapter 4 which might just be our favorite yet. 

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:30 - John Wick: Chapter 4 Director Chad Stahelski Interview

00:41:28 - Shazam! Fury of The Gods’ Disappointing Box Office

00:56:36 - NATO Vice President Talks Theatrical Expectations In 2023 And Beyond

01:10:54 - John Wick: Chapter 4 Review

01:23:46 - Our Favorite Action Movie Set Piece

01:35:39 - Outro

Shazam! Fury of the Gods (starring Zachary Levi, Helen Mirren, and Rachel Zegler) hits theaters this weekend. Director David F. Sandberg returns to the show to discuss some behind-the-scenes moments from making the film. We chat about Henry Cavill’s planned cameo in the first film, how his horror movie roots can influence even a big-budget superhero movie, the casting of Rachel Zegler, and more. 

Also this week, we have to talk about the Oscars ceremony, one of the absolute best in recent memory. And, of course, we also have to announce this year’s Oscar Wager winner. 

Stick around to hear our full spoiler-free review of Shazam! Fury of the Gods, but be warned we do dip into a few spoilers before moving on to this week’s BlendGame. See the timestamps below if that is something you want to avoid. 

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:07:05 - Director David F. Sandberg Talks Shazam! Fury Of The Gods

00:25:04 - Oscar Ceremony Review & Wager Winner Announced

00:48:48 - Shazam! Fury Of The Gods Review

01:00:44 - Shazam! 2 Spoilers

01:05:50 - Our Favorite Helen Mirren Movies

01:11:52 - Outro

The Scream VI filmmakers return to talk spoilers! We dive into some of the film’s awesome easter eggs, where the character of Sam Carpenter (Melissa Barrera) is headed on her dark path, paying homage to Hayden Panettiere’s original “death” scene and more. 

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The filmmakers behind Scream VI, starring Jenna Ortega, Courteney Cox, and Melissa Barrera, join us to discuss the latest installment in the Scream franchise. , the trio that makes up Radio Silence, discuss bringing Ghostface to New York City, making a Scream movie without Neve Campbells Sydney Prescott, and more.

Also this week, we give our final predictions for who will take home the little golden statues at this year’s Academy Awards ceremony.

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Timestamps (approx. only)

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:53 - Radio Silence ‘Scream VI’ Interview

00:36:07 - 2023 Oscars Predictions

01:26:41 - ’65’ Review

01:32:06 - ‘Scream VI’ Review

01:47:33 - Outro

Filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, the writers behind “A Quiet Place” join the show to discuss their new film 65, starring Adam Driver and Ariana Greenblatt. They discuss the challenge of differentiating their film from something as iconic as Jurassic Park, being inspired by the likes of Star Wars, Alfonso Cuaron, and more. We also discuss their upcoming adaptation of Stephen King’s Boogeyman and its triumphant shift from a streaming release to now getting a full theatrical run this summer. 

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