Def Rec

The definitive, slightly chaotic guide to the movies and shows you'll definitely recommend.

Author, designer, and eccentric critic Jon McBrine breaks down screen media with comic-book heart and sci-fi flare.

Podcasting since 2026 • 3 episodes

Def Rec

Latest Episodes

My Van Damme Summer

It's a summer retrospective where I reflect on raw-dogging the early cinematic oeuvre of the "Muscles from Brussels" himself, Jean-Claude Van Damme. I discuss everything from ghost-Bruce-Lee senseis and peak post-apocalyptic hair spikes to Time...

September 14, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 3 • 11:18

What You Should Know About Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Def Rec: Non-Spoiler Review of the newest Spider-Man MovieFollowing up on a massive multiversal spectacle like No Way Home is no easy feat. In this episode, I break down Spider-Man: Brand New Day to see how Pet...

September 11, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 2 • 6:49

Should You Watch Evil Dead Burn?

Blaze into the latest installment of the Evil Dead franchise: Evil Dead Burn. Is it a worthy entry to the iconic horror series, or does it fall flat without the beloved Bruce Campbell?Def Rec - A chaotic guide to...

September 09, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 1 • 3:43