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
798 episodes
Sudden Death (1995) Review: Van Damme's Arena Action Thriller!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Sudden Death (1995). Directed by Peter Hyams, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, Powers Boothe, Raymond J. Barry, Whittni Wright, and Ross Malinger. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.9/10...
Mortal Kombat II (2026) Review: Epic Fights, Thin Storyline
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Mortal Kombat II (2026). Directed by Simon McQuoid, starring Adeline Rudolph, Karl Urban, Martyn Ford, Tati Gabrielle, and Jessica McNamee. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.8/10 🎬 Ge...
Empire Records (1995) Review: Nostalgia, Music, and Rebellion
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Empire Records (1995). Directed by Allan Moyle, starring Anthony LaPaglia, Debi Mazar, Maxwell Caulfield, Rory Cochrane, and Johnny Whitworth. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬...
Mallrats (1995) Review: Kevin Smith's Cult Comedy Adventure
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Mallrats (1995). Directed by Kevin Smith, starring Shannen Doherty, Jeremy London, Jason Lee, Claire Forlani, and Ben Affleck. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.0/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy a...
The Dirty Dozen (1967): A Riveting WWII Action Classic Reviewed
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Dirty Dozen (1967). Directed by Robert Aldrich, starring Lee Marvin, Ernest Borgnine, Charles Bronson, Jim Brown, and John Cassavetes. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.7/10 🎬 Gen...
Longlegs (2024): Nicolas Cage's Occult Thriller Unveiled!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Longlegs (2024). Directed by Osgood Perkins, starring Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Blair Underwood, Alicia Witt, and Michelle Choi-Lee. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.5/10 🎬 Genre: ...
Crimson Tide (1995) Review: A Tense Submarine Thriller Showdown
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Crimson Tide (1995). Directed by Tony Scott, starring Gene Hackman, Denzel Washington, Matt Craven, George Dzundza, and Viggo Mortensen. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.4/10 🎬 Genre...
Heartfelt Bonds & Aquatic Wonders: 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' (2026)
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026). Directed by Olivia Newman, starring Sally Field, Lewis Pullman, Colm Meaney, Joan Chen, and Kathy Baker. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.7/10 🎬 G...
A Few Good Men (1992): Unraveling Military Secrets & Moral Dilemmas
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at A Few Good Men (1992). Directed by Rob Reiner, starring Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Demi Moore, Kevin Bacon, and Kiefer Sutherland. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.7/10 🎬 Genre: Thr...
Endless Love (1981) Review: A Melodrama Missing the Mark
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Endless Love (1981). Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Brooke Shields, Martin Hewitt, Shirley Knight, Don Murray, and Richard Kiley. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 4.9/10 🎬 Gen...
Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) Review: Action-Packed Buddy Cop Thrills!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Lethal Weapon 3 (1992). Directed by Richard Donner, starring Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci, Rene Russo, and Stuart Wilson. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Thrill...
Game Night (2018) Review: Comedy, Chaos & Clever Twists!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Game Night (2018). Directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, starring Jason Bateman, Rachel McAdams, Kyle Chandler, Sharon Horgan, and Billy Magnussen. ⭐ Rating: 3....
Denzel's Lethal Return: The Equalizer (2014) Movie Review
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Equalizer (2014). Directed by Antoine Fuqua, starring Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas, Chloë Grace Moretz, David Harbour, and Haley Bennett. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.3/10...
Warning Sign (1985): Bio-Tek's Deadly Secret Unleashed!
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Warning Sign (1985). Directed by Hal Barwood, starring Sam Waterston, Kathleen Quinlan, Yaphet Kotto, Jeffrey DeMunn, and Richard Dysart. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.1/10 🎬 Genr...
Jack Reacher (2012) Review: Cruise's Thrilling Detective Ride
In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Jack Reacher (2012). Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, starring Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, Richard Jenkins, David Oyelowo, and Werner Herzog. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.0/10 🎬...
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...