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It's another Two-fer  as we take on The Ritual & Amityville Backrooms!

The Ritual (2025), is a horror film directed by David Midell and starring heavyweights Al Pacino and Dan Stevens which dramatizes the infamous 1928 exorcism of Emma Schmidt, putting two priests at odds over faith, doubt, and spiritual warfare. …and Amityville Backrooms (2024), a "horror" experiment (you aren't kidding) from writer/director Evan Jacobs starring Chris Lohman and Mike Hartsfield. In this film, a man enters the infamous Amityville house and finds himself trapped in a "mind-bending" looping dimension where every door leads back into itself.

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This week it is a two-fer, as we serve up The Pickleball Exorcist and Womb reviews. The Pickleball Exorcist is a horror-comedy directed and written by Evan Jacobs, starring Mike Hartsfield as a demonic pickle baller wielding Satanic paddles. And Womb, a horror-thriller from director Bridget Smith, starring Taylor Hanks as a 22-year-old recovering addict who is pregnant and seeking peace in a remote cabin getaway. Folks, we watched these so you don't have to!

#ThePickleballExorcist #EvanJacobs #MikeHartsfield #ChrisLohman #HorrorComedy #IndieHorror #SatanicRacket #Pickleball #CultFilm #TubiHorror #MovieReview #FlickFlopsPodcast #DriveDropDinkDie #ExorcistSpoof #Womb #BridgetSmith #HorrorMovie #Thriller #FetalAbduction #HauntedCabin #IndieHorror #SurvivalThriller...

It's FlickFloptober, and this week we’re hiding in the bushes for It Follows—David Robert Mitchell’s haunting indie horror that made us terrified of anyone casually walking toward us from across the street. Starring Maika Monroe, the film introduces a sexually transmitted curse that passes from lover to lover like the world’s most sinister game of tag. Does this slow-burn nightmare deliver chills that linger, or did we want to give it the finger?

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This week we take a little Get Away, a twisted family vacation flick directed by Steffen Haars and written by (and starring) Nick Frost, alongside Aisling Bea. In the film, a British family rolls into a remote Swedish island to join a quaint folk festival—and quickly learns not all traditions are meant to be shared. Was this the perfect vacation or a real nightmare of a trip?

#GetAway #SteffenHaars #NickFrost #AislingBea #HorrorComedy #FolkHorror #ComedyHorror #HolidayGoneWrong #MovieReview #FlickFlopsPodcast #KarantänFestival #Svälta #BritishComedy #ShudderOriginal #IFCShudder

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• Title: Get Away

• Year: 2024 (theatric...

This week, we’re sinking our teeth into It Feeds, the 2025 indie supernatural thriller from director Chad Archibald, starring Twilight’s Ashley Greene and X-Men’s Shawn Ashmore. A little girl insists a shadowy entity is literally feeding on her, and when the mother’s own daughter gets caught in the crossfire, things get spine-tingling. Did this meal fail to deliver or are we members of the clean plate club?

#ItFeeds #ChadArchibald #AshleyGreene #ShawnAshmore #EllieOBrien #SupernaturalHorror #CreatureFeature #JumpScareHorror #HorrorMystery #IndieHorror #FlickFlopsPodcast #ScaryMovieReview #CanadianHorror #HuluHorror #streamingnow

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• Title: It Feeds

• Year: 2025

• Dire...

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Robert Redford—actor, director, activist, and founder of the Sundance Institute—who passed away on September 16, 2025, at the age of 89.

From his unforgettable turn as the Sundance Kid, to the journalistic fire of All the President’s Men, to the intimacy of Out of Africa and the resilience of All Is Lost, Redford built a career defined not just by iconic performances, but by the belief that stories matter. As a director, he gave us Ordinary People, a landmark of emotional truth. As a visionary, he created Sundance, a haven...

This week, we cruise back to the turbulent teenage streets with That Was Then... This Is Now, the coming-of-age adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s novel. Directed by Christopher Cain and starring Emilio Estevez and Craig Sheffer, it’s a tale of brotherhood, betrayal, and the bittersweet march into adulthood. Will this one stand the test of time, or should it have stayed parked in the lot of forgotten ‘80s teen dramas…

#ThatWasThenThisIsNow #EmilioEstevez #CraigSheffer #ChristopherCain #SETinton #MorganFreeman #FlickFlopsPodcast #80sMovies #TeenDrama #ComingOfAgeFilm #retrorewind

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• Title: That Was Then… This Is Now

• Year: 19...

This week we arm ourselves with Weapons—the mystery-horror from Zach Cregger, starring Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and Alden Ehrenreich. It’s a tale where 17 kids vanish at 2:17 a.m., but where they went and why it happened is the mystery at the center of it all.  Did Weapons hit the mark for these two knucklehead film reviewers or is it the equivalent of the marksmanship of a stormtrooper?

#Weapons #DirectedByZachCregger #ZachCregger #JoshBrolin #JuliaGarner #AldenEhrenreich #HorrorMovie #MysteryThriller #SupernaturalHorror #MissingChildren #MacabreMystery #FlickFlopsPodcast #MovieReview #Summer2025 #BarbarianFollowUp #OriginalHorror

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• Title: Weapons

• Year: 2025

• Direc...

This week, we creep back to 2022 to discuss Barbarian, the unnerving Airbnb horror from writer-director Zach Cregger. With Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long leading the way, this nightmare rental mixes social commentary, shocking twists, and a basement you really don’t want to explore. But is this a stay worth booking… or one where you should’ve read the reviews before checking in?

#Barbarian #ZachCregger #GeorginaCampbell #BillSkarsgård #JustinLong #HorrorMovies #AirbnbHorror #Barbarian2022 #ScaryMovies #flickflopspodcast

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• Release Year: 2022

• Director: Zach Cregger

• Writer: Zach Cregger

• Main Cast:

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This week, we dance into The Life of Chuck, the heartwarming and existential Stephen King adaptation from director Mike Flanagan. Starring Tom Hiddleston as Charles “Chuck” Krantz, with standout performances from Chiwetel Ejiofor, Karen Gillan, and Mark Hamill, this film unfolds in reverse. Do we think this was a life worth living or was it just a lone drummer tapping out a beat to an audience of no one…

#TheLifeOfChuck #DirectedByMikeFlanagan #MikeFlanagan #StephenKing #TomHiddleston #ChiwetelEjiofor #KarenGillan #MarkHamill #FantasyDrama #MovieReview #FlickFlopsPodcast #ReverseChronology #ExistentialFilm #LifeAffirming #apocalypsefilms

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• Title: The Life of Chuck

• Year: 2024...

Tom Cruise is launching himself off a mountain like Wile E. Coyote on an ACME motorcycle in Dead Reckoning Part One, the most self-aware mission yet: big, bold, and built around set pieces that dare other action films to keep up. But we're not just talking about Dead Reckoning as we also will discuss The Final Reckoning! Where Ethan Hunt faces his most formidable adversary yet: ChatGPT, I mean, the Entity. The Final Reckoning delivers high-octane action, emotional farewells, and a nostalgic nod to the franchise's roots. But do these 2 films stick the landing, or was the mission simply...

This week, we take a dip in the pool with Bring Her Back, the 2025 horror shocker from Australia’s RackaRacka twins Danny & Michael Philippou, starring Sally Hawkins as a foster mom whose grief turns into nightmare‑fuel for stepkids Andy and Piper. Is Bring Her Back a satisfying bite — or do we think they should have just Left Her There? You don't have to say grapefruit to get the truth out of us, we'll share our thoughts right now on Flick Flops.

#BringHerBack #DirectedByDannyPhilippou #DirectedByMichaelPhilippou #PsychoBiddy #HorrorMovie #PsychologicalHorror #BodyHorror #MovieReview #FilmDiscussion #FlickFlopsPodcast #SallyHawkins #BillyBarratt #SoraWong #OccultThriller #GriefInCinema @Therac...

He’s back and still better at math than you’ll ever be.

In The Accountant 2, Ben Affleck reprises his role as Christian Wolff — the number-crunching, bone-breaking savant who can balance ledgers and body counts. This time, he’s teaming up with his equally dangerous brother, because nothing says family like a shared love of high-stakes bookkeeping and low-volume homicide.

But does this sequel cook the books or is it the cinematic equivalent of hiding cash under the mattress?

#flickflopspodcast #moviereview #theaccountant2 #benaffleck #jonbernthal #gavinoconnor #cynthiaaddairobinson #daniellapineda #jksimmons #theaccountant #sequel

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By the sixth entry, most franchises are limping toward retirement. But Fallout throws that trend off a cliff—and then follows it down in a full-speed HALO jump. With betrayal, plutonium, and a mustached Superman, this might be the most Mission-y Impossible yet. Is Fallout an action masterpiece… or is it just running on fumes and Tom Cruise’s unholy endurance?

#flickflopspodcast #moviereview #missionimpossible #fallout #tomcruise #vingrhames #simonpegg #henrycavill #rebeccaferguson #seanharris #alecbaldwin #angelabassett #vanessakirby #michellemonaghan #christophermcquarrie #mission6 #imf

🎥 Synopsis

When a mission to recover stolen plutonium goes wrong, Ethan Hunt faces his most personal...

What happens when Guy Ritchie is given a $180 million budget to combine ancient legends, priceless paintings, and estranged siblings on a whirlwind globe-trotting adventure? Starring John Krasinski and Natalie Portman, Fountain of Youth promises secret societies, cryptic art, and a splash of immortality. But does this quest leave you thirsty for more—or wondering where the money was spent?

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🎬 Movie Details

Title: Fountain of Youth

Release Date: May 23, 2025 (Apple TV+)

Director: Guy Ritchie (The Man from U.N.C.L.E...

Ah, small-town America—where the corn is tall, the secrets are buried deep, and the clowns are... homicidal. Clown in a Cornfield promises teen drama, small-town tension, and a mascot that definitely didn’t graduate clown college. Frendo the Clown is less “birthday party fun” and more “chainsaw enthusiast with a grudge.” But does this slasher fill those big shoes, or is it just a little too… corny.

#flickflopspodcast #moviereviews #clowninacornfield #clown #horror #cornfield #katiedouglas #aaronabrams #carsonmaccormac #kevindurand #willsasso #adamcesare

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• Title: Clown in a Cornfield

• Release Dates:

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You know your franchise has hit a new high when the least dangerous part of the movie is Tom Cruise clinging to the outside of a plane mid-takeoff. Rogue Nation injects spy noir into the series, bringing in shadowy conspiracies, double-crosses, and an assassin with a flute case full of bullets. Is this mission a flawless hit—or like the title, does the plot go rogue?

#flickflopspodcast #moviereview #missionimpossible #roguenation #tomcruise #vingrhames #simonpegg #jeremyrenner #rebeccaferguson #christophermcquarrie #mission5 #imf

🎥 Synopsis

After the IMF is disbanded by the CIA, Ethan Hunt goes rogue to prove the e...

When your entire agency is shut down, protocol says you go dark. But Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol goes big instead. With glitching gadgets, soaring skyscrapers, and Tom Cruise going full Spider-Man, this fourth entry reinvigorated the franchise. Is this the Fast Five of M:I, or just a ghost in the machine?

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After the Kremlin is bombed and the IMF is blamed, the entire agency is disavowed under “Ghost Protocol.” Ethan Hunt and a small crew—including a new analyst with a secr...

This week, we continue our Mission: Impossible series!

After a motorcycled melodrama and some slo-mo doves, Mission: Impossible III decides it’s time to get serious. J.J. Abrams injects emotional stakes, next-gen gadgets, and an actual plot with heart. It’s Ethan Hunt versus one of the most chilling villains in the franchise—but does this spy thriller go rogue in the right direction, or does it get Lost?

🎥 Synopsis

Ethan Hunt, now semi-retired and training new IMF agents, is pulled back into action when one of his protégés is captured by...

This week, we continue our Mission: Impossible series!

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to a decipher the plot through a haze of doves, motorcycles, and slow-motion stares. Directed by John Woo, Mission: Impossible II (2000) turns Ethan Hunt into a leather-jacketed action hero in a romantic thriller with operatic flair. But is this mission a stylish upgrade—or a self-destructing mess of melodrama and motorcycles?

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🎥 Synopsis

Ethan Hunt is back—and this time, he’s up against a rogue IMF agent, Se...

We invited The Hungry & Dangerous on to talk all things Carrie, the novel, the film adaptations, and more. But - we mostly just discussed the "more".

INTRO: What happens when horror meets harmony? When a prom queen meets a power chord? Tonight, we're diving into the blood-soaked legacy of Stephen King's Carrie—from the original novel that launched a thousand nightmares to the film adaptations that shocked a generation. But we’re not doing it alone…

This is a special live crossover of Sonic Legacy and Flick Flops, and joining us tonight is the powerhouse band T...

This week, we start a series about a franchise that keeps surviving with more style, stunts, and Tom Cruise sprints. That's right, we are talking about Mission Impossible. Directed by Brian De Palma, Mission: Impossible (1996) launched what would become one of the most durable and death-defying action franchises of all time. With a cast of spies, betrayals, and exploding chewing gum, the question isn’t whether this mission is possible—but whether it’s impossible not to enjoy it. Or... did it self-destruct under its own convoluted plot?

#flickflopspodcast #moviereview #missionimpossible #tomcruise #jonvoight #emmanuellebeart #vingrhames #jeanreno #henryczerny #kristi...

This week, we're strapping on for six-shooters and diving into the dusty legend of 1993’s Tombstone. Featuring a mustachioed murderers’ row of talent including Kurt Russell, Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton, and the scene-stealing Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday, this western brings the tale of Wyatt Earp back into the spotlight with style and swagger.

So pull up a barstool, pour a shot of whiskey, and ask yourself: is this movie still our huckleberry… or is this corral just OK?

#flickflopspodcast #cultclassics #moviereview #tombstone #kurtrussell #valkilmer #samelliott #billpaxton #powersboothe #michaelbiehn #danadelany

Tombstone (1993)

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This week, we're boarding the Staten Island ferry for a late-night cruise that's anything but relaxing. In Screamboat (2025), director Steven LaMorte unleashes a pint-sized terror as a mischievous mouse turns a routine commute into a bloody nightmare.

With David Howard Thornton, known for his role as Art the Clown, donning the ears of a deranged Steamboat Willie, this horror-comedy sails into uncharted waters of public domain mayhem.

Is Screamboat a delightful detour into madness or just another sinking ship in the sea of horror parodies? Let's find out!

#flickflopspodcast #moviereviews #screamboat #stevenlamorte #davidhowardthornton...

This week, we saddle up for Rust (2025), a Western that finally made it to the big screen after a long—and let’s just say eventful—ride through the desert of production limbo. Directed by Joel Souza and starring Alec Baldwin as a grizzled outlaw named Harland Rust, this film tells the tale of a grandfather busting his grandson out of jail and making a break for the border, all while dodging marshals, bounty hunters, and maybe a few ghosts of the past. But does this western ride high in the saddle, or does the on-set tragedy cast too big of...

This week on Flick Flops, we’re diving into The Substance (2024), a body horror spectacle starring Margaret Qualley and Demi Moore in a career-defining performance. When an aging actress takes a radical youth-enhancing drug, things go from Hollywood glam to full Cronenberg nightmare real quick. Does this grotesque thriller have enough substance, or is it just another Hollywood facelift gone wrong?

#flickflopspodcast #moviereview #thesubstance #demimoore #margaretqualley #dennisquaid #coraliefargeat #bodyhorror

The Substance (2024) – Movie Details

• Director: Coralie Fargeat

• Writer: Coralie Fargeat

• Starring: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid

• Genre: Body Horror...

This week, we're stepping back to 1982 with Ron Howard's comedy Night Shift (1982). Featuring Henry Winkler as a timid morgue attendant and Michael Keaton in his breakout role as an eccentric entrepreneur, this film explores an unconventional business venture that turns the night shift upside down. Does this early '80s comedy still deliver laughs today? Let's find out!

#flickflopspodcast #retrorewind #nightshift #henrywinkler #michaelkeaton #shelleylong #ronhoward

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• Title: Night Shift

• Year: 1982

• Director: Ron Howard

• Writers: Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel

• Top Billed Stars: Henry Winkler, Michael Keaton, Sh...

This week, we're taking to the skies with Flight Risk (2025), the latest thriller directed by Mel Gibson. Starring Mark Wahlberg as a dubious pilot, Michelle Dockery as a determined U.S. Marshal, and Topher Grace as a fugitive with secrets, this high-altitude suspense promises turbulence. But does it soar to thrilling heights or crash under its own weight? Let's find out!

Flight Risk follows U.S. Marshal Madolyn Harris (Michelle Dockery) as she...

Flick Flops: Retro Rewind – Three Amigos! (1986)

Three actors, one mistaken identity, and a whole lot of exaggerated hip thrusting—This week we are going all the way back to 1986 for Three Amigos! starring Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, and Martin Short in an Old West adventure where the bullets are real, and the cluelessness is even realer. Does this classic comedy still make us laugh, or is it a ‘plethora’ of disappointment? Saddle up, amigos!

Movie Details

• Release Date: December 12, 1986

• Director: John Landis

• Writers: Steve Martin, Lorne Michaels, Randy Newman

• Stars...

This week, we’re cranking it up to 11 with This Is Spinal Tap (1984), the mockumentary directed by Rob Reiner. Starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, this rock ‘n’ roll satire follows the legendary—yet questionably talented—British band Spinal Tap as they embark on a disastrously mismanaged tour.

From getting lost backstage to the infamous Stonehenge stage prop debacle, Spinal Tap is packed with moments so absurdly real that actual rock stars found it traumatizing. But does this film still strike a chord, or should it have been left in the discount bin at Tower Records?<...

🎬 A Flick Flops Tribute: Remembering Val Kilmer (1959–2025) 🎭

In this special episode of Flick Flops, we honor the life and legacy of Val Kilmer—an actor whose presence, depth, and artistry left an unforgettable mark on film and on all of us. From his early days at Juilliard to his breakout roles in Top Gun, Real Genius, and Willow, to his haunting performances in The Doors and Tombstone, Val Kilmer was never just playing a role—he was living in it.

This tribute reflects on his remarkable career, his personal struggles, and his creative resilience in the face of...

This week, we’re plugging into The Electric State (2025), a high-budget sci-fi adventure directed by the Russo Brothers. Starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, this film takes us on a journey through a crumbling futuristic America, complete with rogue robots and corporate conspiracies. But does The Electric State power up to expectations, or is this a short circuit in sci-fi storytelling?

#flickflopspodcast #moviereview #theelectricstate #russobrothers #milliebobbybrown #chrispratt #stanleytucci #kehuyquan #giancarloesposito #briancox

Title: The Electric State

Year: 2025

Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo

Writers: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely (based on Si...

This week, we're diving into Mickey 17 (2025), the latest sci-fi offering from acclaimed director Bong Joon-ho. Starring Robert Pattinson in a dual role, this film explores the complexities of identity and survival on a distant planet. But does it live up to the hype of Bong's previous masterpieces?

In the year 2054, humanity is on a mission...

This week, we're diving into the comedy-thriller Foul Play (1978), where Goldie Hawn and Chevy Chase team up in a tale filled with suspense, humor, and unexpected twists. Directed by Colin Higgins, this film blends Hitchcockian thrills with romantic comedy. But does this genre mash-up captivate, or is it a relic of its time?

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Release Details:

• Title: Foul Play

• Year: 1978

• Director: Colin Higgins

• Writer: Colin Higgins

• Top Billed Stars: Goldie Hawn, Chevy Chase, Burgess Meredith, Dudley Moore, Brian Denn...

This week, we're trading our popcorn for hockey sticks and diving into the world of Kevin Smith! From convenience stores to comic book shops, we’re ranking our top 5 favorite Kevin Smith films. Will Clerks claim the top spot, or will Chasing Amy steal the show? Maybe Dogma will have us questioning our choices entirely or God forbid Tusk makes an appearance. Get ready for our visit to the View Askewniverse and let’s see which flicks make the cut!

#flickflopspodcast #kevinsmith #viewaskewniverse #clerks #mallrats #dogma #chasingamy #redstate #jayandsilentbob

Kevin Smith: From Indie Darling to Cult...

Welcome to Flick Flops, the podcast where we celebrate the highs, the lows, and the wonderfully unexpected corners of pop culture. I’m your host, Andy Parker, and today, we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on actress Michelle Trachtenberg, who sadly passed away last week at the young age of 39. Whether you first saw her as the clever and curious Harriet in Harriet the Spy, the wide-eyed but tough Dawn Summers in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, or even as the lead in the cult comedy EuroTrip, Michelle brought a unique charm to every role she played. She was never just...

Flick Flops, the podcast known for its deep dives into cinema’s most infamous misfires, takes a heartfelt detour with a special tribute to the legendary Gene Hackman. In this solo episode, host Andy Parker sets aside the usual tone of playful criticism to honor the life and career of one of Hollywood’s most revered actors. Andy traces Hackman’s journey from his early days in the Marine Corps to his struggles as an aspiring actor in New York, where he formed lasting friendships with future stars like Dustin Hoffman and Robert Duvall. He highlights Hackman’s breakthrough role in...

This week, we're clocking in with the comedy classic 9 to 5 (1980). Starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton, this film tackles workplace sexism with humor and heart. But does this tale of office rebellion still resonate today, or is it stuck in the past? Let's punch the time clock and find out!

#flickflopspodcast #retrorewind #9to5 #janefonda #lilytomlin #dollyparton #dabneycoleman #colinhiggins

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• Title: 9 to 5

• Year: 1980

• Director: Colin Higgins

• Writers: Colin Higgins, Patricia Resnick

• Top Billed Stars: Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton, Dabney Coleman

• Runni...

This week, we're delving into September 5 (2024), the historical drama that revisits the harrowing events of the 1972 Munich Olympics. Directed by Tim Fehlbaum and featuring a stellar cast, this film offers a fresh perspective by focusing on the journalists who found themselves at the heart of a global tragedy. Does September 5 provide new insights into this event, or does it tread familiar ground?

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Release Details:

• Title: September 5

• Year: 2024

• Director: Tim Fehlbaum

• Writers: Tim Fehlbaum, Moritz Binder

• Top Billed...

This week, we're pairing up with Companion (2025), the 2025 thriller that has audiences buzzing. Directed by Drew Hancock and featuring standout performances by Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid, this film takes us on a weekend getaway that turns into a high-stakes game of survival. But is Companion your ride or die, or just a rebound relationship destined for failure?

#flickflopspodcast #moviereview #companion #drewhancock #sophiethatcher #jackquaid #lukasgage #megansuri #harveyguillen #rupertfriend

Release Details:

• Title: Companion

• Year: 2025

• Director: Drew Hancock

• Writer: Drew Hancock

• Top Billed Stars: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Luk...