Mindset Movie Reviews
🎬 Mindset Movie Reviews is a short-form podcast delivering honest, spoiler-aware reviews of films old and new.
Each episode breaks down a single movie — what works, what doesn’t, and whether it’s worth your time — without hype, fanboy nonsense, or studio spin.
Expect sharp commentary, thoughtful analysis, and the occasional hot take across classic cinema, modern releases, cult favourites, and forgotten gems.
🎙 New episodes released regularly
⭐ Clear ratings, straight opinions
🎥 Companion reviews available on YouTube and the website
If you love movies but hate overblown reviews, this podcast is for you.
Thanks for listening—and enjoy the ride! 😁
Episodes
783 episodes
Evil Dead Rise (2023) Review: Demonic Family Feud Unleashed!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Evil Dead Rise (2023). Directed by Lee Cronin, starring Mirabai Pease, Richard Crouchley, Anna-Maree Thomas, Lily Sullivan, and Noah Paul. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.5/10 🎬 Gen...
Mad Max (1979) Review: A High-Octane Ride Through Chaos!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Mad Max (1979). Directed by George Miller, starring Mel Gibson, Joanne Samuel, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Steve Bisley, and Tim Burns. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.8/10 🎬 Genre: Action, A...
Patriot Games (1992) Review: Harrison Ford's Thrilling Espionage
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Patriot Games (1992). Directed by Phillip Noyce, starring Harrison Ford, Sean Bean, Anne Archer, Patrick Bergin, and Thora Birch. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.8/10 🎬 Genre: Thril...
Cold War Tension: 'The Hunt for Red October' (1990) Review
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Hunt for Red October (1990). Directed by John McTiernan, starring Sean Connery, Alec Baldwin, Scott Glenn, Sam Neill, and James Earl Jones. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.5/10 ...
Kickboxer (1989) Review: Van Damme's Action-Packed Revenge Tale
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Kickboxer (1989). Directed by Mark DiSalle and David Worth, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, Dennis Alexio, Dennis Chan, Michel Qissi, and Haskell v. Anderson III. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/...
The Presidio (1988) Review: Connery Shines in a Lackluster Thriller
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Presidio (1988). Directed by Peter Hyams, starring Sean Connery, Mark Harmon, Meg Ryan, Jack Warden, and Mark Blum. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.0/10 🎬 Genre: Action, Mystery...
She's Having a Baby (1988): A Quirky Dive into Young Marriage
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at She's Having a Baby (1988). Directed by John Hughes, starring Kevin Bacon, Elizabeth McGovern, Alec Baldwin, James Ray, and Holland Taylor. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.0/10 🎬 Ge...
The Warriors (1979) Review: A Cult Classic's Thrilling Urban Odyssey
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Warriors (1979). Directed by Walter Hill, starring Michael Beck, James Remar, Dorsey Wright, Brian Tyler, and David Harris. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.5/10 🎬 Genre: Action,...
Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026): A Horror That Misses the Mark
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026). Directed by Lee Cronin, starring Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, and Shylo Molina. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.4/10 🎬 Genre:...
The Wraith (1986): Ghostly Vengeance & Fast Cars in the Desert
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Wraith (1986). Directed by Mike Marvin, starring Charlie Sheen, Nick Cassavetes, Sherilyn Fenn, Randy Quaid, and Matthew Barry. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.9/10 🎬 Genre: Thr...
Mystic River (2003) Review: Eastwood's Gripping Crime Drama
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Mystic River (2003). Directed by Clint Eastwood, starring Sean Penn, Tim Robbins, Kevin Bacon, Laurence Fishburne, and Marcia Gay Harden. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.9/10 🎬 Genr...
We're the Millers (2013) Review: A Comedy of Crime & Chaos
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at We're the Millers (2013). Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber, starring Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Aniston, Emma Roberts, Will Poulter, and Ed Helms. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.0/...
Animal House (1978) Review: Comedy Chaos at Faber College!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at National Lampoon's Animal House (1978). Directed by John Landis, starring John Belushi, Karen Allen, Tom Hulce, Stephen Furst, and Mark Metcalf. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.4/10 ...
Moonwalker (1988) Review: Michael Jackson's Magical Movie Ride
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Moonwalker (1988). Directed by Jim Blashfield, Colin Chilvers, and Jerry Kramer, starring Michael Jackson, Joe Pesci, Sean Lennon, Kelley Parker, and Brandon Quintin Adams. ⭐ Ra...
Almost Famous (2000) Review: A Rock 'n' Roll Journey to Remember
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Almost Famous (2000). Directed by Cameron Crowe, starring Billy Crudup, Patrick Fugit, Kate Hudson, Frances McDormand, and Jason Lee. ⭐ Rating: 4.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.9/10 🎬 Genre: M...
Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982): A Classic Teen Comedy Review
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982). Directed by Amy Heckerling, starring Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Judge Reinhold, Robert Romanus, and Brian Backer. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 I...
The Game (1997): Fincher's Mind-Bending Thriller Unraveled!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Game (1997). Directed by David Fincher, starring Michael Douglas, Deborah Kara Unger, Sean Penn, James Rebhorn, and Peter Donat. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.7/10 🎬 Genre: Dr...
Cliffhanger (1993) Review: Stallone's High-Stakes Mountain Thriller
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Cliffhanger (1993). Directed by Renny Harlin, starring Sylvester Stallone, John Lithgow, Michael Rooker, Janine Turner, and Rex Linn. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.5/10 🎬 Genre: A...
Man on Fire (2004) Review: Denzel's Fiery Quest for Redemption
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Man on Fire (2004). Directed by Tony Scott, starring Denzel Washington, Christopher Walken, Dakota Fanning, Radha Mitchell, and Marc Anthony. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.7/10 🎬 ...
Eternal Allure: 'Interview with the Vampire' (1994) Review
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Interview with the Vampire (1994). Directed by Neil Jordan, starring Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Antonio Banderas, Christian Slater, and Virginia McCollam. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7...
Ex Machina (2014) Review: AI, Ethics, and Mind-Bending Thrills
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Ex Machina (2014). Directed by Alex Garland, starring Alicia Vikander, Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac, Corey Johnson, and Sonoya Mizuno. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.7/10 🎬 Genre:...
City Hunter (1993) Review: Jackie Chan's Wild Cruise Adventure!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at City Hunter (1993). Directed by Jing Wong, starring Jackie Chan, Richard Norton, Joey Wang, Kumiko Goto, and Chingmy Yau. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.3/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy, Crime...
Flashdance (1983) Review: A Neon-Soaked Dance Dream or Dated Drama?
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Flashdance (1983). Directed by Adrian Lyne, starring Jennifer Beals, Michael Nouri, Lilia Skala, Sunny Johnson, and Kyle T. Heffner. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.2/10 🎬 Genre: Mu...
Just My Luck (2006) Review: A Kiss of Fortune or Misfortune?
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Just My Luck (2006). Directed by Donald Petrie, starring Lindsay Lohan, Chris Pine, Samaire Armstrong, Bree Turner, and Faizon Love. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.5/10 🎬 Genre: Ro...
The Rise of Skywalker (2019): A Visual Spectacle with Flaws
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker (2019). Directed by J.J. Abrams, starring Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 ...