Best Matinee Talk Podcasts (2025)

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Nosferatu and Juror #2 Movie Review 40:16

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From gothic to courtroom horror, in this Nicolas Hoult double feature, we dive into Robert Eggers' chilling reimagining of the vampire classic, Nosferatu, and Clint Eastwood's gripping American legal thriller, Juror #2. Follow us on Instagram: @redhawk.media Subscribe to us on YouTube: @redhawkmediaIUN…

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Hot Frosty Review - A Christmas Special 32:16

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In this Christmas special episode, we review Hot Frosty, Netflix's own take on the classic Hallmark romcoms essential to the Christmas experience. Plus, we dive into some Santa trivia, because what's Christmas without a little bit of learning? Follow us on Instagram: @redhawk.media Follow us on Youtube: @redhawkmediaIUN…

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Wicked Review 30:51

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In this episode, we discuss Wicked, the highly anticipated adaptation of the Broadway sensation. With one of us giving it praise and the other casting his critical spell, it’s a showdown of opinions as we debate the film’s magic, music, and merit.By Gabriel Ashbach and Andrew Evanich

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The Penguin Review 44:29

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In this episode, we dive into The Penguin, the latest TV show bringing Gotham’s infamous crime boss into the spotlight with a fresh and compelling narrative. Plus, we waddle into some real-life penguin facts—because who says a little nature talk doesn’t belong in a crime drama discussion?By Gabriel Ashbach and Andrew Evanich

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Heretic: Faith, Fear, and Frights Unleashed 36:49

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In this episode, we explore the chilling depths of Heretic, a film that blurs the line between faith and fear. We dissect what makes this movie a standout in the world of holy horror.By Gabriel Ashbach and Andrew Evanich

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Send In The Clowns 38:32

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In this episode, we dive into the dark and twisted worlds of Terrifier 3 and Joker: Folie à Deux, comparing two unforgettable clowns who haunt the screen in very different ways. Join us as we break down the scares, the storytelling, and what makes these films push boundaries in horror and psychological drama alike.…

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Remembering James Earl Jones 46:19

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Send us a text In this episode we talk about the passing of legendary actor James Earl Jones , his impact on our lives, and some of our favorite films of his.By Akili and Justin

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Deadpool & Wolverine 2:11:04

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Send us a text In this episode we get straight to the Meat and Potatoes, so no News this time. This technically starts of our run of "Catch Up" episodes. So Sit back and listen to us do what we do best. Gab.By Akili and Justin

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X-Men ‘97 & Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F 1:55:36

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Send us a text We're Back! Again! In this episode we talk about the return of two beloved classics, and I'm not talking about us. We give our brief opinions on Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, and then we pile our plates high with X-Men '97. Join us!By Akili and Justin

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Ahsoka and the DC Tomorrowverse 1:47:48

2y ago1:47:48

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Send us a text In this Episode we talk about the first two episodes of Ahsoka on Disney+, and the entire Tomorrowverse lineup. So sit back and enjoy the show!By Akili and Justin

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The Flash 1:39:08

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Send us a text We're back! Again! Sorry about the wait, but life happens, right? In this episode we talk about the Writers/Actors Strike and The Flash movie. We also get sidetracked and end up talking about Batman, Superman, how Tom Cruise wants to die making a movie, and what flick Akili is not going to see in the theaters. I also did some archeol…

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Black Panther Wakanda Forever 1:18:06

2+ y ago1:18:06

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Send us a text This episode we talk about Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which is out today on Disney+. Give it a watch and give us a listen! we also talk about the latest news that James Gunn just dropped about the new DCU. Big Spoiler 1:06:18-1:08:00By Akili and Justin

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Tales of the Jedi & Morbius? 1:26:05

2+ y ago1:26:05

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Send us a textBy Akili and Justin

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Prey 1:19:06

3y ago1:19:06

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Send us a text This week we talk about some truly wonderful people who have passed, the Black Panther Wakanda Forever trailer, Batgirl being cancelled, and the movie PREY. Have a listen if you like.By Akili and Justin

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The Batman 1:48:00

3y ago1:48:00

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Send us a text WE'RE BACK! This Episode we talk about The Batman and much, much more. Jump on in!By Akili and Justin

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A Matinee Minute: Book of Mando Fett & the Obi-Wan trailer 46:28

3y ago46:28

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Send us a textBy Akili and Justin

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The Harder They Fall 1:22:16

3+ y ago1:22:16

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Send us a text This episode we talk about The Harder They Fall and some recent events.By Akili and Justin

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Spider-Man: No Way Home (SPOILERS) 2:15:28

3+ y ago2:15:28

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Send us a text SPOILERS SPIDER-SPOILERS ALL THE SPOILERS for Spider-Man: No Way Home!! Even in the Spider-News! Happy New Year, Everybody. Hope you are all well. Enjoy the episode!By Akili and Justin

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News & Eternals 1:51:49

3+ y ago1:51:49

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Send us a text This Episode we talk NEWS! Oh and we also talk a little bit about Eternals without Spoiling it.

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What If...? Part 2 1:48:50

3+ y ago1:48:50

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Send us a text No news this week. This week we jump right back into Season 1 of What If...?By Akili and Justin

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What If...? Part 1 2:09:25

3+ y ago2:09:25

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Shang Chi 2:20:49

3+ y ago2:20:49

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Send us a text Apologies for the late episode. Life happens. Will work on time codes next week. SPOILERS through out the review. Enjoy!By Akili and Justin

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Happy Birthday Jack Kirby! 1:59:46

3+ y ago1:59:46

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Send us a text Recorded August 28th, this Episode we talk recent News, Jack Kirby, and about how a friend of the podcast would go over to his house as a kid. 3:08 Nevermind/Whatever 11:58 Cad Bane in Mandalorian? 13:00 ChanTams! 14:03 Winston Duke is Batman 19:07 Spider-Man Trailer 40:20 Jack Kirby and Jason…

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The Bad Batch 54:34

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Send us a text This week we talk about some News and Season 1 of The Bad Batch. 5:21 Superman TAS comes to Blu Ray 8:24 Willem Dafoe gives vague answer 11:35 Leaked Moon Knight pics 16:49 Finn Disney+ show? 18:38 Anthony Mackie/Captain America 4 20:07 He-Man for Tots 22:37 Iron Heart/Small World 25:42 Final Eternals Trailer 29:32-52:27 The Bad Batc…

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The Suicide Squad 1:45:51

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Send us a text This week we talk News and The Suicide Squad 3:18 News 3:43 Disney v ScarJo 10:45 Star Wars Galactic Wallet Cleaner 20:29 Mark Hamill Was There 23:23 Chadwick Boseman What If...? News 27:51 Chronicle Sequel 31:10 Y The Last Man Trailer 32:40 Cobra Kai Season 4 Trailer 38:12 Stranger Things Season 4 Teaser 39:44 Matt Damon was Almost …

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Masters Of The Universe Revelation 1:26:06

4y ago1:26:06

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Send us a text This week we talk Recent News and Masters of the Universe Revelation. 2:22 Words for Joey Jordison 7:10 Black Panther DLC 9:50 David Ayer Tweet 11:47 Flash Set Injury 15:19 Predator 5 title 23:20 Die Hard Prequel Dies 29:11 Lucasfilm Hires Youtuber 32:34 Homemade Game Demo 36:26 Scarlett Johansson Sues Disney 51:39 MOTU Revelation (S…

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Remembering Richard Donner 1:16:12

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Send us a text In this episode we talk recent News and about the work of Director/Good Person Richard Donner. No time codes today. Life has been hectic. But surprises are fun, RIGHT?!By Justin & Akili

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Loki Season 1 1:52:42

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Send us a text This week we talk recent news and LOKI season 1 News 5:20 Making Of The Mandalorian S2 Finale 9:15 Indiana Jones 5 Casting News 11:15 Black Adam Wraps 17:15 Batman '89 Comic 20:23 Flash Set Leaks LOKI Season 1 23:47 Non-Spoilers 29:25 SPOILERS!!By Justin & Akili

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The Year of Marvel 1:32:29

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Send us a text We Talk Recent Comic Book/Entertainment News & BLACK WIDOW some minor SPOILERS throughout episode (we'll do better next time) 49:06 All major SPOILERS for Black Widow Want to let us know how we're doing or throw us a topic idea? Contact us at [email protected] Justin & Akili

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Show Update 7:58

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Hello Everyone. This is a show update. Thank you guys for all the love and support for the last few years. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julien-owens/support

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'Mortal Kombat' Review 52:44

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Hosts Johnny Lightfoot and Julien Owens sits with guest Brett Leipziger to review HBO latest iteration of 'Mortal Kombat.' Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens Track: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu @a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licen…

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'Zack Snyder's Justice League' Review 1:09:46

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Julien Owens, Johnny Lightfoot, and Brett Leipziger sits down to review HBO Max's latest DC film, 'Justice League: The Synder Cut.' Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens Track: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu @a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.…

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'Jingle All the Way' Retro Review 1:03:39

4+ y ago1:03:39

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Johnny, Julien, and recurring guest Brett Leipziger sits down to review a popular Christmas film in 1996, 'Jingle All the Way.'Follow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entertainment, where Julien is on weekly; in addition, where some special editi…

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History of Video Game Movies 56:43

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Julien and Johnny takes a trip down memory lane to discuss the history of video game films in the wake of the newest consoles release. Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens Check out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entertainment, where Julien is on weekly; in addition, where some sp…

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'The Dark and the Wicked' Review 33:09

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Johnny and Julien sits down to remember Hollywood greats Sean Connery and Charles Gorden. In addition, discuss the lates Bond film being shopped in the digital stream and reviews a few films, including Bryan Bertino's latest film, 'The Dark and the Wicked.'Follow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjul…

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'S#!%house' Review 39:28

4+ y ago39:28

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Hosts Julien and Johnny sits down to review the South by Southwest Grand Jury Winner of 2020, 'S#!%house.'Follow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entertainment, where Julien is on weekly; in addition, where some special editions of Matinee Talk a…

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Fantastic Fest 2020 54:41

4+ y ago54:41

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Johnny and Julien sits down to discuss Regal's decision to shut down all U.S. theaters, Harvey's new accusations, and Rick Moranis' incident. For the topic, the pair discusses their experience of this years' Fantastic Fest.Follow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out the YouTube Chan…

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'The Devil All the Time' Review 1:04:56

4+ y ago1:04:56

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Hosts Julien and Johnny sits down to talk about 'Tenet's' box office performance, DC Universe getting a revamp, and early buzz for 'Nomadland.' Finally, the pair sits down to review Antonio Campos' newest film, 'The Devil All the Time.'Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out th…

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'Tenet' Review 1:21:48

4+ y ago1:21:48

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Johnny Lightfoot and Julien Owens brings in guest Brett Leipziger to discuss the hallmark of Chadwick Boseman's life; in addition, review the films 'The New Mutants,' 'Bill & Ted Face the Music,' and Christopher Nolan's next blockbuster film, 'Tenet.' Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulien…

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'The Rental' Review 1:07:23

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This is our 50th Episode of Matinee Talk! For the special episode, Julien Owens and Johnny Lightfoot bring in a guest who is a long-time listener to the show, Brett Leipziger, to discuss latest movie news and Dave Franco's directorial debut, 'The Rental.' Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingju…

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'Palm Springs' Review 53:28

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Johnny Lightfoot and Julien Owens has a triple feature episode this week. The pair discusses Tom Hanks' film 'Greyhound,' the new Netflix film 'The Old Guard,' and Hulu's Rom Com hit, 'Palm Springs.' Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens Check out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Ent…

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'The Lodge' Review 1:01:36

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Julien Owens and Johnny Lightfoot sits down to discuss Michael Keaton reprising his role as Batman, more movie delays and reviews a few movies, including 'The Lodge.' Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens Check out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entertainment, where Julien is on we…

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'DA 5 BLOODS' Review 50:36

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Johnny Lightfoot and Julien Owens dives into some of the latest movie news from 'Tenet' being delayed to the new Spider-Man game. In addition, they review 'Artemis Fowl,' 'The King of Staten Island,' and the latest Spike Lee Joint, 'DA 5 BLOODS.' Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens…

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Top Five Movies During Quarantine 48:07

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We are back! After a long spring break, co-hosts Julien and Johnny discuss their adventures during the pandemic; in addition, the pair discusses their Top Five Movies During Quarantine. P.S. Our apologies for the technical difficulties in this episode. Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulie…

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'The Invisible Man' Review 45:35

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Johnny Lightfoot and Julien Owens discuss Bob Igers exit from Disney, new car action movie from Paramount, Jordan Peele's 'Candyman,' and Leigh Whannell's latest thriller, 'The Invisible Man,' starring Elisabeth Moss. #TheInvisibleMan Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens Check out t…

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'Birds of Prey' Review 49:13

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Johnny Lightfoot and Julien Owens discuss Robert Pattinson's new Batsuit, Bong Too-Ho's historic win at the Oscars, and the latest DCEU film 'Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of one Harley Quinn). #BirdsofPreyMovie Follow our co-hosts on Twitter: Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonder Julien: twitter.com/kingjulienowens Check out the Yo…

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Oscars Preview & 'The Gentleman' Review 58:12

5+ y ago58:12

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Julien and Johnny sits back to discuss their predictions for the 2020 Academy Awards. In addition, The pair reviews Guy Ritchie's latest British Crime Film, 'The Gentleman.' #TheGentlemanFollow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entertainment, wher…

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'Bad Boys For Life' Review 39:19

5+ y ago39:19

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Johnny and Julien takes one last ride with Mike & Marcus on the third film in the Bad Boys franchise, 'Bad Boys for Life.' Does it live up to the hype from its predecessors? #BadBoysforLife #WillSmithFollow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entert…

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Top 10 Films Of 2019 43:52

5+ y ago43:52

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It's that time of the year again. Hosts Julien Owens and Johnny Lightfoot takes a look back into 2019 to highlight their Top 10 Films of 2019. #Top10Filmsof2019Follow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entertainment, where Julien is on weekly; in a…

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'Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker' Review 1:10:46

5+ y ago1:10:46

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Johnny and Julien travels to a galaxy far, far away to review the final film in the Skywalker saga, 'Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.'#StarWars #RiseofSkywalkerFollow our co-hosts on Twitter:Johnny: twitter.com/johnnythewonderJulien: twitter.com/kingjulienowensCheck out the YouTube Channel, Stage Three Entertainment, where Julien is on …