Looking back on 2025's standout films like Eddington and Sinners, my switch to Criterion Channel classics, the heated Avatar 3 cultural debate, and Film Dweeb's bold evolution—including the upcoming Temple of the Eye filmmaking course.

Rediscovering Michael Mann's overlooked gem 'The Insider': A timeless tale of whistleblowers, corporate greed, and media battles—still relevant today on Disney+

After a decade of waiting, Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair is finally playing in theaters, even if the Vancouver screening is frustratingly bare‑bones. In this episode of the Film Dweeb Podcast, there’s a dive into the Thanksgiving box office (from Zootopia and Wicked to Netflix’s latest awards play), the comfort of collecting physical media again, and a long‑overdue rewatch of Michael Mann’s The Insider. It all leads into a bigger conversation about Netflix circling Warner Brothers, Paramount’s latest Ninja Turtles pivot, and why Hollywood accounting still feels more like a shell game than a business.

The 2025 Halloween weekend was the worst for box office in years, overshadowed by the World Series and streaming platforms dominating viewer attention. Dive into what went wrong, the industry's doom-and-gloom narrative, and a fascinating Kubrick conspiracy discussed on Film Dweeb.

Explore the fascinating connection between Nine Inch Nails, Coil, and the rare Soviet ANS optical synthesizer that made music from light. Discover how this forgotten instrument shaped the haunting soundtracks of Solaris and influenced Trent Reznor’s cinematic scores, tracing a unique lineage in experimental film music.

A gripping vampire horror set in the Jim Crow South, Sinners (2025) blends stunning cinematography, powerful performances, and profound themes of survival and temptation. Discover why this film is a modern genre classic.

Discover the shocking untold story behind Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut. From censored scenes to a dark, original ending, explore the secrets and conspiracy theories that continue to fascinate film fans worldwide.

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Get into the Halloween spirit with the latest Film Dweeb podcast episode featuring box office horror hits like Black Phone 2, anime Chainsaw Man, nostalgic cinema stories from Vancouver, and spooky streaming recommendations. Perfect for horror fans and cinephiles alike!

PT Anderson’s One Battle After Another is a stunning meditation on revolution, family, and the fractured state of modern America. With Leonardo DiCaprio delivering a career-defining performance, this smart, satirical drama balances heartfelt storytelling with cutting cultural critique — and might just be 2025’s best film.