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This week, we're traveling from Metropolis to Mongo as we revisit two blockbusters from the dawn of the modern superhero era: Superman (1978) and Flash Gordon (1980)!

🦸‍♂️ Superman — "You'll believe a man can fly." Christopher Reeve puts on the cape in Richard Donner's landmark superhero adventure, taking us from the destruction of Krypton and Clark Kent's childhood in Smallville to his arrival in Metropolis. We discuss Reeve's iconic performance, Gene Hackman's Lex Luthor, Margot Kidder's Lois Lane, John Williams' legendary score, and how Superman helped establish the blueprint for the superhero movies that followed.

⚡ Flash Gordon — FLAS...

This week, we're jumping from the forests of medieval England to the far reaches of space as we review Robin Hood (1973) and WALL-E (2008).

🏹 Robin Hood — Oo-de-lally! Disney transforms the legendary outlaw into one seriously charming fox as Robin Hood and Little John battle Prince John and the Sheriff of Nottingham. We break down the memorable characters, catchy music, classic Disney humor, Robin and Maid Marian's romance, and why this underdog adventure has remained a nostalgic favorite for generations.

🤖 WALL-E — Centuries later, Earth has become a very different place. Pixar introduces us to a lonely lit...

🎬The Jersey Nerds are back—and two of sci-fi's deadliest creatures are finally going head-to-head!

This week, we're diving into the crossover that fans waited years to see as we review Alien vs. Predator (2004) and Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (2007).

👽 Alien vs. Predator — Whoever wins... we lose. An expedition beneath the Antarctic ice discovers an ancient pyramid hiding something far more dangerous than archaeology. We break down the first cinematic showdown between the Xenomorphs and Predators, the mythology connecting the two species, the Antarctic setting, the action, and whether AVP delivers on the crossover fans had imagined f...

🎬🥋 NEW EPISODE ALERT: The Jersey Nerds are back with another movie double feature!

This week, we're pairing two very different New Jersey stories about young men trying to figure out who they want to be: The Karate Kid (1984) and Don Jon (2013).

The Karate Kid — Daniel LaRusso leaves New Jersey for California and quickly discovers that fitting into his new home won't be easy. We break down Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita's unforgettable chemistry, Daniel's rivalry with Johnny Lawrence, Mr. Miyagi's unconventional training methods, the All Valley Tournament, and why this underdog story became an endur...

This week, we're wrapping up our Predator retrospective with a look at the franchise's newest chapters: Predator: Killer of Killers (2025) and Predator: Badlands (2025).

⚔️ Predator: Killer of Killers — The franchise makes its animated debut with an action-packed anthology that spans generations of history. We discuss the stunning animation, brutal action, creative world-building, and how this unique entry expands Predator lore in ways we've never seen before.

🌍 Predator: Badlands — The hunt evolves once again as Dan Trachtenberg delivers a bold new vision for the series. We break down the film's unforgettable visuals, fresh perspective, expanded mythology...

The Jersey Nerds are back with another stop on our journey through some of cinema's greatest films!

This week, we're diving into a David Fincher/Brad Pitt/90s double feature as we review Se7en (1995) and Fight Club (1999)—two films that helped define modern psychological thrillers and remain among the most influential movies ever made.

Se7en — A relentless detective thriller that follows two detectives as they hunt a serial killer whose gruesome crimes are inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins. We break down Fincher's haunting atmosphere, unforgettable performances from Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, and Kevi...

The Jersey Nerds are back with another hunt through the Predator franchise!

This week, we're taking on The Predator (2018) and Prey (2022)—two films that couldn't be more different.

💀 The Predator (2018) — Shane Black's ambitious sequel had all the ingredients for a franchise revival... so what went wrong? We break down the overcrowded story, questionable creative choices, memorable performances, and why this entry remains one of the series' most divisive films.

🏹 Prey (2022) — Then comes the comeback. Set in the 1700s, Prey strips the franchise back to its roots with a tense survival story, breathtaking action, and an incre...

The Jersey Nerds are back with another deep dive into movie history, and this time we’re tackling 2011—a year that sparked plenty of debate! Was 2011 the weakest year in cinema during the 2010s, or does it deserve more credit than it gets?

In this episode we discuss:

 🎥 Our Top 10 Movies of 2011
The absolute WORST films of the year
Why Drive sits at the top of the rankings
Which Oscar contenders still hold up—and which don’t
 
🎙️ Plus plenty of laughs, disagreements, hot takes, and a preview of what’s coming next on the...

The Jersey Nerds are back with one of our most unexpected double features yet as we dive into Mortal Kombat and Call Me by Your Name.

🥋 Mortal Kombat (1995) — the video game adaptation that proved game-to-film movies could be fun. From unforgettable fight scenes and iconic characters to that legendary techno soundtrack, we revisit why this cult classic continues to win over fans more than 30 years later.

🍑 Call Me by Your Name — Luca Guadagnino’s beautifully crafted coming-of-age romance that captures the excitement, vulnerability, and heartbreak of first love. We discuss the breathtaking Italian setting, Timothée Chalamet’s...

🎬 The Jersey Nerds are back for another hunt through the Predator franchise as we take on a deadly double feature: Predator 2 and Predators.

🏙️ Predator 2 (1990) — the hunt moves from the jungle to the urban battlefield of Los Angeles, where a new Predator stalks gangs, cops, and anyone unlucky enough to cross its path. We discuss the film’s expansion of Predator lore, Danny Glover’s underrated performance, and the iconic ending that changed the franchise forever.

🌎 Predators (2010) — a fresh twist on the formula that drops humanity’s deadliest killers onto an alien game preserv...

🎬 The Jersey Nerds are back with another stop on their cinematic journey, and this week we’re tackling two of the most acclaimed films of the 21st century: No Country for Old Men and There Will Be Blood.

🔫 No Country for Old Men — the Coen Brothers’ tense neo-western thriller that delivers unforgettable suspense, haunting themes, and one of cinema’s most terrifying villains. We dive into Anton Chigurh’s relentless pursuit, the film’s meditation on fate and violence, and why its ending continues to spark debate among movie fans.

🛢️ There Will Be...

🎬👽The Jersey Nerds are back with another action-packed double feature — this time heading into the shadows of sci-fi horror with Alien: Romulus and Predator.

🛸 Alien: Romulus — a terrifying return to the claustrophobic horror of the Alien franchise, packed with facehuggers, xenomorph chaos, and deep-space dread. We break down the film’s atmosphere, brutal scares, franchise callbacks, and how it fits into the larger legacy of the series.

🌲 Predator — the ultimate jungle hunt that blends military action, sci-fi suspense, and one of cinema’s most iconic movie monsters. From Arnold Schwarzenegger’s legen...

🎬🗽 New Episode Alert: The Jersey Nerds are back with another unforgettable double feature — this time diving into the wildly different worlds of A Bug’s Life and The Last Duel.

🐜 A Bug’s Life — Pixar’s colorful underdog adventure filled with heart, humor, and surprisingly timeless themes about courage, leadership, and standing up to oppression. We revisit the film’s iconic characters, emotional moments, and why it remains one of Pixar’s most underrated classics.

⚔️ The Last Duel — Ridley Scott’s gripping medieval epic based on true events, packed with betrayal, shifting perspec...

🎬👽 PRESS PLAY ACTION returns to the darkest corners of deep space as we continue our exploration of the legendary Alien universe with a chilling double feature review of Prometheus and Alien: Covenant.

🧬 Prometheus — Ridley Scott’s ambitious sci-fi mystery that dares to ask humanity’s biggest questions: Where did we come from? And what happens when our creators want us dead? We dive into the film’s stunning visuals, philosophical themes, terrifying discoveries, and the endless debates surrounding its deeper meaning.

☠️ Alien: Covenant — a brutal descent back into horror as synthetic nightmares...

🎬🗽 New Episode Alert: The Jersey Nerds are back with another stop on their IMDB Top 250 journey!

This week, it’s a Martin Scorsese / Leonardo DiCaprio double feature as we dive into Shutter Island (2010) and The Wolf of Wall Street (2013).

🧠 Shutter Island — a psychological thriller packed with mystery, twists, and one of DiCaprio’s most intense performances. We unpack the film’s layered storytelling, haunting atmosphere, and that ending everyone debates.

💰 The Wolf of Wall Street — a wild, chaotic ride through excess, ambition, and moral collapse. From unforgettable scenes to iconic one-liners, we break down why this...

The Jersey Nerds are diving deeper into the Alien franchise with two of its more divisive chapters; Alien 3 (1992) and Alien: Resurrection (1997). Love them or hate them, these movies sparked some serious debate!

The Jersey Nerds dive into the origins of sci-fi horror with Alien (1979) and Aliens (1986). From groundbreaking practical effects to unforgettable creature design, these films laid the foundation for one of the most iconic franchises in movie history. 

Whether you're team Alien or Aliens, this episode is packed with insights, hot takes, and plenty of love for sci-fi classics.

The drinks are poured, the plan is nonexistent, and somehow… the takes might be even better. In this unhinged episode of Drunken Cinema Corner, the Jersey Nerds dive headfirst into a free-flowing, booze-fueled conversation that bounces between film history, hot takes, and wild “what if” scenarios that Hollywood probably shouldn’t try—but definitely could.

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Things get loose in the debut of Drunken Cinema Corner, where the Jersey Nerds crew—Tommy, Grant, Brandon, and Mitchel—crack open the drinks and let the takes fly.

In this episode:

The saga continues…

This week, we’re jumping into the Star Wars SEQUEL Trilogy with A Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017) and The Rise of Skywalker (2019) — the most debated chapter in the galaxy. From new heroes and legacy characters to bold storytelling choices, we’re unpacking everything that worked… and everything that divided the fanbase.

🔥 Episode Highlights:

• Rey, Kylo Ren, and the next generation of the Force

• The return of legacy icons — meaningful or mishandled?

• Behind-the-scenes shifts that shaped the trilogy

• Our unfiltered verdict...

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…

This week the Jersey Nerds are diving deep into the ORIGINAL Star Wars Trilogy with A New Hope (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980) and Return of the Jedi (1983) — the films that changed cinema forever. From groundbreaking visual effects to unforgettable characters and one of the most iconic twists in movie history, we’re breaking down what makes this trilogy legendary.

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Get ready for a galactic adventure as the Jersey Nerds embark on a thrilling review of of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018), and the hilarious parody Spaceballs (1987)!  

From the heroic Rebel Alliance to the swashbuckling adventures of Han Solo, and the laugh-out-loud humor of Spaceballs, we're covering it all! 🎥 So, grab your lightsaber, blaster, or Schwartz, and join the conversation! 💫

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Get ready for a journey to a galaxy far, far away as the Jersey Nerds are diving into the highly debated Star Wars prequel trilogy, and we're not holding back! 

Join us as we review the trilogy that sparked a thousand debates, starting with Episode I: The Phantom Menace, followed by Episode II: Attack of the Clones, and concluding with Episode III: Revenge of the Sith! From midi-chlorians to Jar Jar Binks, we're covering it all!  Tune in to hear our thoughts on the trilogy that changed the Star Wars universe forever!  

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The Jersey Nerds set sail through the rest of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. This week, we dove into the epic conclusion of the original trilogy with Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End (2007), where Will, Elizabeth, and the crew face off against the East India Trading Company. Then, we charted a course for new waters with Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), as Jack Sparrow searches for the Fountain of Youth. Finally, we navigated the treacherous seas of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017), where Henry Turner and Carina Smyth team up to...

The Jersey Nerds bring on special guest Howie Collins for their annual rankings! Mitchell, Brandon, Tommy, and Howie rank their Top 10 and Bottom 10 films of 2025 and then give their Top 10 most anticipated films of 2026! So if you are looking for recommendations on what new movies to watch and what to avoid, this is the episode for you!

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Get ready for a thrilling ride as the Jersey Nerds embark on a swashbuckling adventure like no other! 🎥🏴‍☠️ Join us as we dive into the world of piracy and review: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006). 🎬 From the charismatic Captain Jack Sparrow to the eerie Flying Dutchman, we'll be exploring it all! 

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The Jersey Nerds sit down for a 1990s James Cameron double feature with a review of True Lies (1994) and Titanic (1997).

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The Jersey Nerds travel to Pandora to kick off 2026 with a review of James Camerons Sci-Fi masterpieces, Avatar (2009) and Avatar: The Way of Water (2022).

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The Jersey Nerds ARE BACK... AGAIN! This time to discuss the Terminator sequels: Terminator Salvation (2009), Terminator Genisys (2015), and Terminator: Dark Fate (2019).

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The Jersey Nerds ARE BACK! This time to discuss the first Terminator Trilogy: Terminator (1984), Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1997), and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003).

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The Jersey Nerds are back with the final two movies of the Steven Spielberg marathon! This week Mitchell, Brandon, and Tommy review West Side Story (2021) and The Fablemans (2022).

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The Jersey Nerds are back with some more Steven Spielberg action! This week Mitchell, Brandon, and Tommy take a look at a Spielberg/Tom Hanks double feature with Bridge of Spies (2015) and The Post (2017).

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The Jersey Nerds Production's second annual 31 Nights of Horror comes to a close as Mitchell Lea, Tommy Grant, and Brandon Tew review the final seven films! Childs Play (1988), A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985), Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981), Scream 2 (1997), The Monster Squad (1987), Halloween 2 (1981), and Cloverfield (2008)! 

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The Jersey Nerds Production's second annual 31 Nights of Horror is onto Week 4! Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Tommy Grant, and Brandon Tew sit down and give reviews of the next six films: Train to Busan (2016), Zombieland (2009), Shaun of the Dead (2004), Hereditary(2018), The Cabin in the Woods (2011), and The Lighthouse (2019)!

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The Jersey Nerds Production's second annual 31 Nights of Horror is onto Week 4! Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea and Tommy Grant sit down and give reviews of the next six films: Train to Busan (2016), Zombieland (2009), Shaun of the Dead (2004), Hereditary (2018), The Cabin in the Woods (2012) and The Lighthouse (2019)!

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The Jersey Nerds Production's second annual 31 Nights of Horror is onto Week 3! Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea and Tommy Grant sit down and give reviews of the next six films: Barbarian (2022), The Witch (2016), The Black Phone (2022), Ready or Not (2019), It Follows (2015) & Mama (2013)!

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The Jersey Nerds Production's second annual 31 Nights of Horror is onto Week 2! Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew and Tommy Grant sit down and give reviews of the next six films: The Devil Inside (2012), The Innocents (2021), Us (2019), Get Out (2017), Evil Dead (2013) & Evil Dead Rise (2023)!

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The Jersey Nerds Production's second annual 31 Nights of Horror has begun! Jersey Nerds Mitchell Lea, Brandon Tew and Tommy Grant sit down and give reviews of the first six films for the month. A Quiet Place (2018), A Quiet Place Part II (2021), Doctor Sleep (2019), The Conjuring (2013), The Conjuring 2 (2016) & 1408 (2007).

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The Jersey Nerds sit down and conduct their second annual 31 Nights of Horror movie draft.

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The Jersey Nerds continue their Spielberg marathon with a historical drama double feature;  Munich (2005) & Lincoln (2012).

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