Best HBO Original Shows Discussion

In this episode, the crew discusses one of the most critically acclaimed television networks in history: HBO. We dive into which series from the network stand out the most and share our reasons for each selection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the latest addition to the mythical lore of Frankenstein with the Netflix original film directed by Guillermo del Toro and starring Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, Oscar Isaac, and Christoph Waltz, titled Frankenstein. We discuss whether this adaptation of the classic story was done well and debate whether we’ve been getting too many Frankenstein movies lately. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the crew has a conversation about the film career of Viola Davis. We discuss why her acting stands out in the films she appears in, and we debate where she ranks among all-time actors and the significance of her impact within the Black community as one of the premier, go-to actors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the 2025 mystery thriller All Her Fault, starring Sarah Snook, Jake Lacy, Dakota Fanning, and Jay Ellis. We discuss the strength of the performances by Snook and Fanning, and we debate whether the story’s premise feels realistic in today’s world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the concluding sequel to the universal blockbuster film franchise starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and Jeff Goldblum, titled Wicked: For Good. We discuss whether this sequel surpassed the previous film and debate if this version of The Wizard of Oz lore is better than the original 1939 film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the epic crime drama Casino, written and directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci. We discuss how well the movie has aged over time as it celebrates its 30th anniversary and debate whether this is Martin Scorsese’s best film as a director. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 1995 Japanese cyberpunk action thriller Ghost in the Shell, directed by Mamoru Oshii and based on the 1989 manga by Masamune Shirow. We discuss why this film was groundbreaking not only for animated movies but for the science fiction genre as a whole, and we debate why the 2017 reboot starring Scarlett Johansson was an epic failure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the highly anticipated dystopian action thriller The Running Man, directed by Edgar Wright and starring Glen Powell, Colman Domingo, and Josh Brolin. We discuss how Wright is re-envisioning the action movie landscape and debate whether Glen Powell is truly the next big movie star Hollywood is trying to make him out to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the crew has a conversation about television shows, both recent and past, that would probably have been better received as fleshed-out film and/or film series. We debate our individual selections and explain the reasons behind our choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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