Film Optix
Your weekly dose of cinematic exploration. Whether you're a seasoned film critic or a casual movie enthusiast, join us as we delve into the world of blockbusters, indies, and everything in between. Get ready for insightful discussions, diverse perspectives, and a captivating journey through the diverse landscape of cinema.
Episodes
544 episodes
We're Taking a Break...
In this special update, Christian and Devin share some important news about the podcast's future. With busy schedules making it tough to release episodes consistently, we’ve decided to take a long hiatus to regroup and plan for what’s next. Thi...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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4:26
Wolf Man (2025) Review: Fangs, Fury, and Flaws
Christian and Devin usher in 2025 with their first film review of the year. Tune in as they delve into Leigh Whannell's Wolf Man.From Blumhouse and visionary writer-director Leigh Whannell, the creators of the chilling modern m...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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28:20
The Rise of 'Mufasa: The Lion King' Prequel Review
Christian and Devin roar into their spoiler-free thoughts, concerns, and reactions to Mufasa: The Lion King. Does this prequel live up to the legacy of the Pride Lands, or does it stumble on its way to greatness? Tune in to find out!
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Season 7
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Episode 65
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36:50
Sonic the Hedgehog 3: The Adventure We've Been Waiting For
Christian and Devin race into their spoiler-free thoughts, concerns, and reactions to Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Did the blue blur's latest adventure speed into greatness, or hit a roadblock? Tune in to find out!Sonic the Hedgehog r...
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Season 7
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Episode 64
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36:42
'Y2K' When Nostalgia Isn’t Enough
Christian and Devin share their spoiler-free thoughts, concerns, and reactions to the film Y2K. On the last night of 1999, two high school juniors crash a New Years Eve party, only to find themselves fighting for their lives in this di...
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Season 7
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Episode 63
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29:56
Our Top 9 Must-Watch Movie Picks for You
Christian and Devin spotlight a collection of must-watch films that deserve your attention. From hidden gems to crowd-pleasers, these picks might have slipped under your radar, but they’re definitely worth adding to your watchlist. Don’t miss o...
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Season 7
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Episode 62
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53:49
'Gladiator 2' A Sequel Worthy of the Colosseum
Christian and Devin share their spoiler-free thoughts on Gladiator 2 . Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. ...
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Season 7
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Episode 61
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33:41
'Wicked' Soars as a Spellbinding Adaptation of the Beloved Tale
Christian and Amanda dive into a discussion of the highly anticipated Wicked movie, exploring its magical world, standout performances, and how it brings the beloved story to life on the big screen.Wicked, the untold story of the witche...
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Season 7
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Episode 60
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1:05:16
The Penguin Season 1 Review: Gotham's Darkest Rise
Christian, Devin, Amanda, and Mike dive deep into their spoiler-filled thoughts on Season 1 of HBO’s limited series The Penguin. The next chapter in The Batman saga, this crime drama follows Oz Cobb’s quest for power and control ...
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Season 7
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Episode 59
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52:58
'Agatha All Along' Season 1 Breakdown
Christian and Devin dive into their spoiler thoughts on season one of Agatha All Along. Set after the events of "WandaVision," Agatha Harkness recruits some unlikely allies on her quest to regain her former powers.
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Season 7
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Episode 58
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36:59
'Venom: The Last Dance' The Good, The Bad and The Fun!
Christian and Devin share their spoiler-free thoughts on Venom: The Last Dance. In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel's greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie...
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Season 7
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Episode 57
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39:13
Arcane Season 1: 4K Blu-Ray Breakdown
Christian dives into the 4K Blu-ray edition of Arcane Season One. Should you add it to your collection? Get the scoop on the visual quality, audio experience, and all the exclusive features this release has to offer.TOPICS IN THIS EP...
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Season 7
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Episode 56
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14:43
'Smile 2' A Paranoid Descent into Horror's Darkest Corners
Christian and Devin share their spoiler-free thoughts on Smile 2. About to embark on a new world tour, global pop sensation Skye Riley (Naomi Scott) begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and inexplicable events. Over...
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Season 7
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Episode 55
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39:23
'Joker: Folie à Deux' An Unnecessary Sequel
Christian and Devin share their spoiler-free thoughts on Joker: Folie à Deux, which finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, ...
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Season 7
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Episode 54
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54:03
'The Wild Robot' A Thrilling Tale of Survival and Parenthood
Christian and Devin share their spoiler-free thoughts on The Wild Robot. The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot--ROZZUM unit 7134, "Roz" for short -- that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must learn to...
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Season 7
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Episode 53
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34:30
'The Penguin' Episode 1 Breakdown: "After Hours"
Christian and Devin dive into their spoiler-free first impressions of Episode 1 of The Penguin. The next chapter in The Batman saga, this crime drama follows Oz Cobb’s quest for power and control in Gotham City.<...
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Season 7
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Episode 52
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35:19
'Agatha All Along' Episode 1-2 Breakdown
Christian and Devin dive into their spoiler-free first impressions of Episodes 1 and 2 of Agatha All Along. Set after the events of "WandaVision," Agatha Harkness recruits some unlikely allies on her quest to regain her former p...
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Season 7
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Episode 53
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34:23
'Transformers One' Puts a New Spin on the Franchise
Christian and Devin share their spoiler-free thoughts on Transformers One. TRANSFORMERS ONE is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who ...
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Season 7
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Episode 51
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41:05
Speak No Evil (2024) Emerges as One of the Year's Best Horror Films
Christian and Devin dive into their spoiler-free thoughts on the remake of "Speak No Evil". When an American family is invited to spend the weekend at the idyllic country estate of a charming British family they befriended on vacation, what beg...
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Season 7
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Episode 50
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39:10
'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' A Sequel of the Iconic Horror Comedy Gem
The Juice is loose! Christian and Devin dive into their spoiler-free thoughts on Time Burtons Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. S...
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Season 7
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Episode 49
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29:21
4K Blu-ray Review Roundup: Ted Lasso, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and more!
Christian evaluates the quality of the 4K Blu-ray editions for Ted Lasso: The Richmond Way, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, and The Watchers. Let's dive into the details!TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE:...
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Season 7
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Episode 48
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18:16
'The Umbrella Academy' Season 4 Review (SPOILERS)
Christian and Devin dive into the final season of the beloved Netflix series, The Umbrella Academy Season 4. On one day in 1989, 43 infants are inexplicably born to random, unconnected women who showed no signs of pregnancy the day before. Seve...
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Season 7
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Episode 47
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42:01
Zoe Kravitz Shocks with Blink Twice (2024): A Strong Directorial Debut
Christian and Devin review Zoe Kravitz's Directorial Debut film 'Blink Twice'. When tech billionaire Slater King (Channing Tatum) meets cocktail waitress Frida (Naomi Ackie) at his fundraising gala, sparks fly. He invites her to join him ...
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Season 7
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Episode 46
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35:46
Alien Romulus: The Alien Movie Fans Have Been Waiting For
Christian and Devin review Fede Alverez's 'Alien Romulus'. While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe. TOPICS...
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Season 7
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Episode 45
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1:03:13
Why We Went Absolutely Cuckoo Over Tilman Singer's 'Cuckoo' (2024)
Christian and Devin review Tilman Singers 'Cuckoo'. Reluctantly, 17-year-old Gretchen leaves her American home to live with her father, who has just moved into a resort in the German Alps with his new family. Arriving at their future residence,...
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Season 7
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Episode 44
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34:21
