The Devil of Hells Kitchen is back in this new revival of the beloved Netflix series, in Daredevil Born Again on Disney Plus. Our favorite blind lawyer Matt Murdock battles for justice in New York City, while former mob boss Wilson Fisk pursues political power, setting them on a collision course as their pasts resurface. This episode also sees the …

Round one, fight! Achara watches the 1994 movie Street Fighter for the very first time! Based on the popular Nintendo game, in Street Fighter, a military commander leads a team of fighters on a mission to stop a power-hungry dictator from taking over the world. Street Fighter (1994) was directed by Steven E. de Souza (Die Hard, 48 Hrs., Commando). …

Based on the bestselling book of the same name written by Gregory Maguire, Wicked reimagines the classic The Wizard of Oz story from the perspective of Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West. Wicked (2024), directed by Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights, Now You See Me 2), features a stellar ensemble cast. Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, T…

Achara and Kristen watch the third movie in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises! In this film, Batman returns from exile to protect Gotham City from the ruthless terrorist Bane, who seeks to plunge it into chaos. The Dark Knight Rises was directed by Christopher Nolan (Inception, Interstellar, The Prestige). The main cast…

In Invincible Season 3, Steven Yeun (The Walking Dead, Minari, Okja) returns as Mark Grayson/Invincible, joined by J.K. Simmons (Whiplash, Spider-Man, Juno) as Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man, and Sandra Oh (Grey's Anatomy, Killing Eve, The Chair) as Debbie Grayson. New additions to the cast include Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad, BoJack Horseman, El Camino) as P…

The Devil of Hells Kitchen is back in this new revival of the beloved Netflix series, in Daredevil Born Again on Disney Plus. Our favorite blind lawyer Matt Murdock battles for justice in New York City, while former mob boss Wilson Fisk pursues political power, setting them on a collision course as their pasts resurface. Daredevil: Born Again featu…

Kristen and Michael watch Tarantino's Django Unchained for the very first time! In this film, a freed slave teams up with a bounty hunter to rescue his wife from a brutal plantation owner in the pre-Civil War South. Django Unchained was directed by Quentin Tarantino (Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill: Vol. 1 & 2, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood). The main cast…

In Invincible Season 3, Steven Yeun (The Walking Dead, Minari, Okja) returns as Mark Grayson/Invincible, joined by J.K. Simmons (Whiplash, Spider-Man, Juno) as Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man, and Sandra Oh (Grey's Anatomy, Killing Eve, The Chair) as Debbie Grayson. New additions to the cast include Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad, BoJack Horseman, El Camino) as P…

Jaby and Cortney give their non-spoiler thoughts on Bong Joon Ho's latest film "Mickey 17" fresh out of the theater! In Mickey 17, a disposable clone assigned to perilous colonization tasks confronts existential dilemmas when a duplicate is mistakenly created, challenging the nature of identity and expendability. Mickey 17 is directed by Bong Joon …

Kristen begins her foray into Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy with the first installment, Batman Begins! After witnessing his parents' murder, Bruce Wayne trains in the art of fear and justice, returning to Gotham as Batman to battle crime and a looming conspiracy. Batman Begins was directed by Christopher Nolan (Inception, The Dark Knight,…

Jaby and Michael watch the Tina Turner biopic What's Love Got To Do With It for the first time! The film chronicles the rise of Tina Turner, her tumultuous marriage to Ike Turner, and her journey to reclaim her life and career through resilience and strength. What's Love Got to Do with It was directed by Brian Gibson (The Josephine Baker Story, Pol…

Achara and Kristen return to Middle Earth for the 3rd installment in The Hobbit series, The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies! The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014) brings the epic conclusion to Bilbo Baggins’ journey as he faces the aftermath of reclaiming Erebor, where alliances are tested, and a battle for the fate of Middle-earth…

Achara and Kristen return to Middle Earth for the second installment in The Hobbit series, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug! A brave company of dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield and aided by the hobbit Bilbo Baggins, journeys to reclaim their homeland, facing treacherous foes and the wrath of the fearsome dragon Smaug. The Hobbit: The Desolatio…

Jaby and Michael continue on their Tyler Perry journey with the 2013 movie, Temptation. Tyler Perry's Temptation (2013) follows a married woman whose life unravels after she embarks on a passionate but dangerous affair that tests her morals and decisions. Tyler Perry's Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor was directed by Tyler Perry (Dia…

Michael and Achara watch the classic film Boyz n the Hood for the first time! Three childhood friends navigate the challenges of growing up in South Central Los Angeles, confronting systemic injustice, violence, and the choices that define their futures. Boyz n the Hood was directed by John Singleton (Poetic Justice, Higher Learning, Four Brothers)…

Kristen and Vivian watch the Netflix produced Daredevil series for the first time! Season 1 of Daredevil features Charlie Cox (The Theory of Everything, Boardwalk Empire, Stardust) as Matt Murdock/Daredevil, a blind lawyer turned vigilante fighting crime in Hell’s Kitchen. Deborah Ann Woll (True Blood, Ida Red, Escape Room: Tournament of Champions)…

Jaby & Courtney just finished watching Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and shared their thoughts on the highly anticipated third installment of the beloved franchise! CAST: Sonic.................. Ben Schwartz (Invincible, Star Wars The Bad Batch, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie) Tails............. Colleen O'Shaughnessey (Sonic Frontiers, …

Michael missed the finale of Arcane with us because his baby was coming (welcome to the world Baby Boose!) but he was able to come back and react to the final episode with us. So if you missed Michael's reactions and commentary, here they are, and we also go in depth further about the episode and the series as a whole. Arcane season 2 stars Hailee …

Kristen and Michael react to the fourth installment of the John Wick saga! Don't worry, no dogs were harmed in the making of this movie! In John Wick: Chapter, the relentless assassin uncovers a path to freedom while battling powerful enemies across the globe and confronting old and new adversaries. John Wick: Chapter 4 was directed by Chad Stahels…

Before the release of Moana 2, Jaby and Achara revisit this stunning Disney animation. Moana is the story of a spirited Polynesian teenager who embarks on a daring ocean voyage to save her island and persuade the demigod Maui to restore the stolen heart of Te Fiti. Moana was directed by Ron Clements and John Musker (The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Her…

Michael couldn't join us on this one because he went and HAD A BABY! Congratulations Michael! He'll be back with his reaction to this episode a little later on once he's gotten more into the swing of fatherhood. Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Join us as we cover the final chapter of this epic animat…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Join us as we cover the final chapter of this epic animation series. Arcane season 2 stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit, Pitch Perfect 2, Hawkeye) as Vi, Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets, Army of the Dead) as Jinx, Kevin Alejandro (Lucifer, Southland, True Blood) as…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Join us as we cover the final chapter of this epic animation series. Arcane season 2 stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit, Pitch Perfect 2, Hawkeye) as Vi, Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets, Army of the Dead) as Jinx, Kevin Alejandro (Lucifer, Southland, True Blood) as…

Jaby and Michael watch Madea's Big Happy Family for the first time! In this Madea story, Madea gathers her chaotic family to deliver shocking news from her niece Shirley, she uses her signature no-nonsense humor to tackle their drama and mend broken bonds. The main cast of Madea's Big Happy Family includes Tyler Perry (known for Diary of a Mad Blac…

Jaby and Michael watch the 2004 rom com 13 Going on 30 for the very first time! In 13 Going On 30 a 13-year-old girl magically wakes up as her 30-year-old self and navigates the challenges of adulthood while rediscovering the importance of friendship and staying true to herself. 13 Going on 30 was directed by Gary Winick (Charlotte's Web [2006], Br…

Jaby and Achara re-enter the world of Dune with HBO Max's latest offering Dune Prophecy. Dune: Prophecy explores the rise of the Bene Gesserit sisterhood as two Harkonnen sisters confront threats to humanity's future, 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, amidst a galaxy of political intrigue and power struggles. The main cast of Dune…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Piltover is left reeling after the events of the first season. Will they be able to recover and will Vi and Jinx ever be able to reconcile? Arcane season 2 stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit, Pitch Perfect 2, Hawkeye) as Vi, Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets, Army of…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Piltover is left reeling after the events of the first season. Will they be able to recover and will Vi and Jinx ever be able to reconcile? Arcane season 2 stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit, Pitch Perfect 2, Hawkeye) as Vi, Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets, Army of…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Piltover is left reeling after the events of the first season. Will they be able to recover and will Vi and Jinx ever be able to reconcile? Arcane season 2 stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit, Pitch Perfect 2, Hawkeye) as Vi, Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets, Army of…

Achara and Michael watch the Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence starrer "Life" for the very first time! Life follows two men wrongfully convicted of murder who form an unbreakable bond while serving life sentences in a Mississippi prison, finding humor and hope despite their dire circumstances. You can watch the cut down reaction to this movie (and m…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Piltover is left reeling after the events of the first season. Will they be able to recover and will Vi and Jinx ever be able to reconcile? Arcane season 2 stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit, Pitch Perfect 2, Hawkeye) as Vi, Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets, Army of…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Piltover is left reeling after the events of the first season. Will they be able to recover and will Vi and Jinx ever be able to reconcile? Arcane season 2 stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit, Pitch Perfect 2, Hawkeye) as Vi, Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets, Army of…

Arcane is back on Netflix after three years with it's second (and final Season). Piltover is left reeling after the events of the first season. Will they be able to recover and will Vi and Jinx ever be able to reconcile? You can watch the cut down reaction to this movie (and many others) on our YouTube channel https://www.YouTube.com/@Cinepals and …

Kristen and Michael continue with their journey in the Harry Potter Cinematic Universe with the third installment in the films, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban! In this film, Harry returns to Hogwarts for his third year, only to face new dangers as he learns that an escaped prisoner, Sirius Black, is searching for him, revealing hidden tru…

Jaby and Cortney continue with the new HBO Max series set in the world of The Batman "The Penguin". The show follows the rise of Oswald Cobblepot, a ruthless and cunning criminal mastermind, as he navigates Gotham City's dangerous underworld to solidify his power and become one of its most feared crime lords. The Penguin stars Colin Farrell (In Bru…

Jaby and Cortney continue with the new HBO Max series set in the world of The Batman "The Penguin". The show follows the rise of Oswald Cobblepot, a ruthless and cunning criminal mastermind, as he navigates Gotham City's dangerous underworld to solidify his power and become one of its most feared crime lords. The Penguin stars Colin Farrell (In Bru…

Achara and Michael dive into the horror thriller "The Descent," where six women on a caving expedition find themselves trapped and hunted by monstrous creatures lurking in the uncharted depths. Written and directed by Neil Marshall (Dog Soldiers & Centurion) & the film stars Shauna Macdonald (The Descent Part 2 & Filth), Natalie Mendoza (Moulin Rou…

Jaby and Cortney continue with the new HBO Max series set in the world of The Batman "The Penguin". The show follows the rise of Oswald Cobblepot, a ruthless and cunning criminal mastermind, as he navigates Gotham City's dangerous underworld to solidify his power and become one of its most feared crime lords. The Penguin stars Colin Farrell (In Bru…

Steph and Achara get stressed out watching Don't Breathe! Don't Breathe is a suspenseful horror-thriller in which three young thieves break into a blind man's home, only to find themselves trapped and hunted by their unexpected and deadly prey. Don't Breathe was directed by Fede Álvarez (Evil Dead, Alien: Romulus). The main cast includes Jane Levy …

Jaby and Steph react to the OG vampire in Francis Ford Coppola's "Bram Stoker's Dracula"! Count Dracula, driven by centuries of unrequited love, travels from Transylvania to Victorian London in pursuit of a woman he believes to be the reincarnation of his lost wife, unleashing a trail of seduction, terror, and eternal devotion. Bram Stoker's Dracul…

The witch is back! After the events that took place during "WandaVision" & "Doctor Strange 2," Agatha Harkness has been released from the Scarlet Witch's spell and sets out to recruit former unwelcoming allies so she can reclaim her powers. Agatha All Along stars Kathryn Hahn (Transparent, Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse), Aubrey Plaza (Parks a…

Jaby & Achara continue their DC animated journey with Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox, an animated film in which The Flash inadvertently changes the timeline, resulting in a war-torn world where Wonder Woman and Aquaman are at odds, compelling him to team up with a grittier version of Batman to restore balance. Directed by Jay Oliva (Batman:…

The CinePals watch Venom 3 in Imax and here is the review without spoilers! Venom: The Last Dance is directed by Kelly Marcel and stars Tom Hardy (Inception, The Dark Knight Rises, Mad Max: Fury Road) as Eddie Brock/ Venom and Juno Temple (Ted Lasso, Atonement, Killer Joe) as Dr. Payne. SOCIAL MEDIA ~CINEPALS~ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cine…

risten & Vivian dive into the sequel of Zombieland, "Double Tap," where Columbus, Tallahassee, Wichita, and Little Rock confront evolved zombies and personal struggles while navigating a post-apocalyptic America. Directed by Ruben Fleischer (Venom & Gangster Squad) and written by Rhett Reese (Deadpool & Life) and Paul Wernick (Deadpool & 6 Undergro…

Jaby and Cortney continue with the new HBO Max series set in the world of The Batman "The Penguin". The show follows the rise of Oswald Cobblepot, a ruthless and cunning criminal mastermind, as he navigates Gotham City's dangerous underworld to solidify his power and become one of its most feared crime lords. The Penguin stars Colin Farrell (In Bru…

After watching the first two films of the Alien franchise, Achara and Steph dive into Alien: Romulus, where young space colonists find themselves battling terrifying alien creatures while exploring a derelict space station. Directed by Fede Álvarez (Don't Breathe & The Girl in the Spider's Web), the film stars Cailee Spaeny (Mare of Easttown & Paci…

How many jokes and references will Jaby and Michael get in this Wayans brothers comedy? Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood is a satirical comedy that parodies popular '90s hood films, following a young man navigating life in a rough neighborhood with the guidance of his over-the-top, eccentric cousin. Don't Be …

The witch is back! After the events that took place during "WandaVision" & "Doctor Strange 2," Agatha Harkness has been released from the Scarlet Witch's spell and sets out to recruit former unwelcoming allies so she can reclaim her powers. Agatha All Along stars Kathryn Hahn (Transparent, Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse), Aubrey Plaza (Parks a…

Steph & Kristen continue their Fast & Furious journey with the seventh installment, where Dom and his crew face their most difficult challenge yet after losing a team member, as they battle a vengeful mercenary while being hunted by a covert government agency. Directed by James Wan (Saw series & The Conjuring series) and starring Vin Diesel (The Fa…

Jaby and Michael dive into the sequel to Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married?, where four couples come together for their annual vacation, only to face unexpected challenges that put their marriages to the test. Directed by Tyler Perry and starring Tyler Perry (Madea series & A Fall From Grace), Janet Jackson (Poetic Justice & For Colored Girls), J…