Shielded Opinions

(We were late dropping this episode, but here it is and we will have Brand New Day next Monday!)Thor has lost his hammer, Loki is up to his usual tricks, and Hulk has entered the arena! This week on Shielded Opinions, we're diving into Thor: Ragnarok, the cosmic comedy that completely reinvented the God of Thunder and changed the direction of the MCU forever.Joining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinions⁠⁠⁠ Join our discord server here - ⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYC⁠⁠⁠ Check out Riley's horror channel - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCast

Spider-Man swings into the MCU! In this episode, we revisit Spider-Man: Homecoming and break down Tom Holland's first solo outing as the web-slinger. From Michael Keaton's unforgettable Vulture to Peter Parker's struggle to prove himself, we discuss what works, what doesn't, and whether Homecoming still holds up today.(0:00) - Intro(2:45) - Obsession movie talk(15:06) - Sony physical media talk(31:44) - Stranger Things talk(36:58) - Start of review(1:33:56) - Closing off

The Guardians are back, and so are we! This week we're revisiting Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 to see if James Gunn's colorful cosmic sequel is as good as we remember or if it ever was. From emotional family moments and hilarious comedy to unforgettable music, epic action, and surprising MCU connections, we break down what still works, what doesn't, and whether Vol. 2 deserves more love in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Strap in for another spoiler-filled MCU retrospective! 🚀🌌(0:00) - Intro(0:38) - Spider-Man Brand New Day(12:34) - Dead By Daylight 10yr (26:11) - Start of review(40:52) - Hero to Zero(45:36) - That scene though(49:30) - Easter eggs and connections(55:36) - Final score(58:28) - Shooting the sh!t(1:20:48) - End show Joining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinions⁠⁠ Join our discord server here - ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYC⁠⁠ Check out Riley's horror channel - ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCast

This week on Shielded Opinions, we're diving into Doctor Strange (2016)! Join us as we revisit the Sorcerer Supreme's MCU debut, discuss our favorite moments, uncover Easter eggs and connections, and see how this mystical adventure holds up today.✨ Enter the Mirror Dimension and join the conversation! (0:00) - Intro (25:22) - Start of Review(38:45) - What Works / What Doesn’t(44:59) - Hero to Zero(48:51) - That scene though(52:55) - Easter eggs and connections(56:00) - Final verdict(59:55) - Games(1:16:37) - Signing offJoining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinions⁠ Join our discord server here - ⁠https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYC⁠ Check out Riley's horror channel - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCast

Team Cap or Team Iron Man? This week, we’re revisiting Captain America: Civil War and breaking down the epic Avengers conflict, unforgettable moments, and why this MCU favorite still holds up today. Tune in and join the debate! 🛡️⚡🎙️(0:00) - Intro(20:02) - Start of review(29:49) - Summary(33:56) - What works / what doesn’t(42:55) - Hot take(48:28) - That scene though(52:36) - Easter eggs and connections(54:39) - Final verdictJoining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinions Join our discord server here - https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYC Check out Riley's horror channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCast

Shrink down with us this week as we revisit the MCU’s smallest hero with one of its biggest surprises — Ant-Man! We’re breaking down Scott Lang’s journey from ex-con to unlikely Avenger, the wild heist vibes, hilarious moments, emotional family story, and how this movie quietly became one of the most important building blocks of the MCU.(Intro) - Intro (3:46) - Dead by Daylight and Jason(9:51) - Stranger Things Conformity Gate(18:27) - Start of review(30:03) - What works and what doesn’t(37:52) - Hero and Zero(45:16) - Easter eggs and connections(52:58) - Final verdict(1:08:25) - Signing offJoining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinionsJoin our discord server here - https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYCCheck out Riley's horror channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCast

Frank Castle is back, and this time there’s nothing holding him back. In this episode of Shielded Opinions, we dive into The Punisher story One Last Kill — breaking down the action, the violence, the emotional weight, and whether this is one of the darkest Punisher stories ever told.We discuss our favorite moments, standout performances, comic connections, brutal kills, and what makes Frank Castle such a compelling anti-hero. Was One Last Kill a worthy Punisher story, or did it go too far?⚠️ FULL SPOILER REVIEW ⚠️If you’re a fan of Marvel, gritty action stories, and all things Punisher, this is the episode for you.(0:00) - Intro (12:00) - Start of review(22:47) - What works / what doesn’t(34:52) - That scene though(41:21) - Easter eggs and connections(42:10) - Final verdict(46:09) - Games(1:16:11) - Talking film, working out, etc.(1:46:23) - Signing offJoining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinionsJoin our discord server here - https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYCCheck out Riley's horror channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCastOf course, you can always email us - [email protected] as well!

Earth’s Mightiest Heroes are back… but this time, things get messy. In this episode of Shielded Opinions, we’re revisiting Avengers: Age of Ultron to break down the action, the chaos, the introduction of Wanda and Pietro, Vision’s big debut, and the creation of one of the MCU’s most dangerous villains. We’re talking hidden details, favorite moments, character arcs, and how this movie helped shape the future of the MCU. Assemble with us for another Marvel retrospective full of fun, laughs, and superhero-sized opinions!(0:00) - Intro (18:34) - Start of review(26:13) - What works / what doesn’t(41:49) - Hero to zero(45:40) - That scene though(49:36) - Easter eggs and connections(55:04) - Hot take(56:35) - Final verdict(1:00:15) - Games(1:10:46) - Signing offJoining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinionsJoin our discord server here - https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYCCheck out Riley's horror channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCastOf course, you can always email us - [email protected] as well!

In this episode of Shielded Opinions, we take a trip across the galaxy to revisit one of the MCU’s most unexpected hits—Guardians of the Galaxy.From a talking raccoon to a tree that steals every scene, we break down what made this ragtag team of outlaws such a massive success. We dive into the humor, heart, killer soundtrack, and how this movie completely changed the tone of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Was it just a fun space adventure, or is it one of the MCU’s most important films?Grab your Walkman and join us as we relive the laughs, the action, and the emotional moments that made Guardians of the Galaxy a fan favorite.(0:00) - Intro(4:34) - Resident Evil reveal thoughts(10:35) - Start of Guardians Discussion(24:15) - Summary of the film(33:07) - What works / What doesn’t  (54:00) - Hero to Zero(1:00:00) - That scene though(1:03:19) - Easter Eggs and Connections(1:05:46) - Final Verdict(1:09:59) - Games(1:39:02) - Signing offJoining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinionsJoin our discord server here - https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYCCheck out Riley's horror channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCastOf course, you can always email us - [email protected] as well!

In this episode, we revisit Captain America: The Winter Soldier, exploring its grounded tone, political themes, and unforgettable storyline. From the rise of Hydra to the emotional weight behind the Winter Soldier himself, we break down what makes this film a standout in the MCU.Joining the Patreon supports the show and gives you EXTRA goodies - https://www.patreon.com/c/ShieldedOpinionsJoin our discord server here - https://discord.gg/J6wB8hRWYCCheck out Riley's horror channel - https://www.youtube.com/@SlashNCastOf course, you can always email us - [email protected] as well!