The Film Reelists

When it comes to disposable, child-friendly entertainment, Illumination has been delivering it consistently for the last decade and a half.  Ever since Despicable Me was released back in 2010, it has been impossible to escape from Gru and his Minions. While the Despicable Me franchise has had 4 films, the Minions franchise has two spinoffs with the third now hitting cinemas: Minions and Monsters. Is it possible for a 7-film running franchise to still be entertaining? Make sure you listen to this week's review so you don't miss the answer.

Minions and Monsters Review 1:19 - 10:38
Minions and Monsters Spoilers 10:52 - 19:22
X-Men '97 Season 2 19:41 - 29:42
News of the Week - 29:58 - 44:13
Listener Mail and Outro 44:26 - 49:13

Question of the Week - What live-action Disney film would you like to see get an animated remake?

Milly Alock did not arrive with grace in her scene-stealing moment at the end of 2025's Superman. This year, she gets to be the lead of her very own film. Supergirl is the next film in the relatively young DCU. This Kara Zor-El is very different than any other version of the character, and it's safe to say it is going to be a wild ride.
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Intro 0:00 - 1:16
Supergirl Review 1:37 - 16:23
Supergirl Spoilers 16:38 - 32:48
News of the Week -33:04 - 43:03
Listener Mail and Outro 43:17 - 51:56

Question of the Week - Who is your favourite movie/TV henchman or minion?

It is incredibly rare for a franchise to meet expectations over the duration of a trilogy. It is even harder to continue that franchise while still delivering new ideas to your audience. The Toy Story franchise continues to redefine expectations. The fifth instalment in the 30-plus-year-old franchise was released in theatres last week. Listen to this week's review and find out if Pixar was able to defy expectations again.
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Intro 0:00 - 1:07
Toy Story 5 Review 1:22 - 14:30
Toy Story 5 Spoilers 14:48 - 27:44
News of the Week - 28:00 - 45:40
Listener Mail and Outro 45:53 - 52:03

Question of the Week - What character would you like to see get a DCU film next?

Steven Spielberg is a director synonymous with excellence on the silver screen. He has directed too many iconic films to name, but everyone has a favourite, and he helped redefine the theatrical-going experience. Disclosure Day is the newest film, but not a new subject for the acclaimed director. He has directed some films that have explored the concept of extraterrestrials visiting Earth. What does that look like in 2026? You are going to have to listen to this week's review to find out.
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Intro 0:00 - 1:20
Disclosure Day Review 1:30 - 15:01
Disclosure Day Spoilers 15:18 - 30:30
Entertainment News of the Week 30:27 - 46:09
Listener Mail and Outro 46:23 - 49:55

Question of the Week - What is your favourite Toy Story?

The world of He-Man and Eternia is not one that as many people will be familiar with as Transformers or even G.I Joe. The last film adaptation was released all the way back in 1987, when the property was at the height of its powers. The newer animated series had a very mixed reception among fans of the original cartoon, but was very well received by newer fans. How would it be possible to maintain a balance to please both of those groups? Listen to this week's episode to find out if Travis Knight was able to accomplish that goal.
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Intro 0:00 - 1:13
Masters of the Universe Review 1:29 - 18:50
Masters of the Universe Spoilers 19:07 - 32:39
News of the Week 32:56 - 41:53
Listener Mail and Outro 42:07 - 48:54
Question of the Week - What is your favourite Steven Spielberg film?