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The Best Movies of 2025. Plus: The Impact of the Warner Bros. Paramount Deal

The gang is back! Coming off the heels of the Oscar’s, the crew talks highs and lows of the past year in film. Mason, Jacob, and Ethan each reveal their top 10 movies of 2025, and look ahead to some of 2026’s most anticipated releases. Mason and Jacob also breakdown the Paramount-Warner Bros acquisition and how the deal will affect the industry moving forward.
 
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The Tree of Life (Redux)

Join Mason, Ethan, and Jacob as they revisit Terrence Malick’s The Tree of Life. They explore why some films demand multiple viewings, how to approach challenging cinema, and ultimately what makes Malick’s film one of the greatest works of the 21st century.
 
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One Battle After Another

"Freedom is a funny thing, isn't it? When you have it, you don't appreciate it, and when you miss it, it's gone."
 
Join the crew as they delve into the breathtaking new film from master filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After Another. The discussion examines the film’s themes, performances, and craftsmanship, offering insight into one of cinema’s most celebrated directors at the peak of his powers.
 
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Weapons

The crew comes together to talk about Zach Cregger’s Weapons, his follow-up to Barbarian and one of the most talked-about horror films of the year.
 
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The New World

Join the crew as they continue the Malick Monday's series with a deep dive into one of his lesser-known works, The New World.
 
 
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The Thin Red Line

In this episode, we dive deep into Terrence Malick's haunting and poetic war film The Thin Red Line (1998). More than just a story of soldiers in battle, Malick’s adaptation of James Jones’ novel explores the inner lives of men caught between the brutality of war and the beauty of the natural world. We unpack the film’s meditative narration, sweeping cinematography, and philosophical themes.
The crew also delves into Malick's twenty-year hiatus from filmmaking, as well as the absurd and chaotic pre-production and production of the film.
 
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Days of Heaven

Join the crew as they dive into the second film of Terrence Malick’s iconic career — and the next installment of our Malick Mondays series — the visually stunning and emotionally haunting Days of Heaven.
 
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Badlands

Join the crew as they begin a brand-new podcast series, Malick Mondays. First up: Malick's 1973 directorial debut, Badlands.
 
 
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Sinners

Join Ethan, Mason, and Jacob as they discuss Ryan Coogler’s new original film, Sinners. They explore the film’s rich tapestry of themes, including its portrayal of juke joints as cultural havens, the infusion of African American folklore, and the metaphorical use of vampirism to critique cultural exploitation.
 
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The Second Annual March Madness Movie Bracket

In this episode, the crew puts together sixty of the most iconic and beloved movies to go head-to-head in a thrilling bracket battle to determine which film reigns supreme! Join us as we debate, discuss, and maybe even disagree on which classics, personal favorites, and modern masterpieces deserve the crown.
 
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