Flix and a Six

Lots of Star Wars news which is fine by us, plus breaking Tarantinews, Alex Garland, and more. The only way to win is to listen. The Basics FlickWarGamesSixBent Water Sluice JuiceHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews War Games has its influence in so many properties that I hold near and dear to my heart. Having never seen it before I can confirm it holds up 8/10 — Anthony ‌ A movie so 80’s I can taste the TAB soda through the screen. A solid little suspense flick with a harrowing finale. 7/10 — Al

Trailers galore, a revolting drink, 007 casting rumors, and so much more. Even if you don't technically have a beating heart or soul you should still listen. The Basics FlickThe CreatorSixTreehouse JjjuliusssHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews With the sensibilities of Garland, the style of Blomkamp, and the soul of Cameron, The Creator feels like a passion project created by a seasoned sci-fi movie buff flexing heart and experience over budget. 7/10 — Anthony ‌ A throwback sci-fi action flick with a new school action star, The Creator doesn't redesign the wheel, but it proves you can make a slick cinematic experience without breaking the bank. 6.5/10 — Al

A current(ish) blockbuster as we get back on schedule. This was an event we've been waiting for. Plus Oscars recap, The Batman 2 delayed, and more. Long live the fighters! The Basics FlickDune: Part 2SixNewburgh Infinity BossHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews Dune part 2, Its why you go to the movies. 9/10 — Anthony ‌ A crowning achievement in proving that the right team can, in fact, film the unfilmable, Denis Villeneuve’s inexorable ascent to the top of the game is undeniable. Epic, poignant, and unforgettable, Dune: Part 2 checks all the boxes of: a stand alone movie, bookend to Part 1, and a near perfect baton pass to the (hopefully) inevitable conclusion in Dune Messiah. In short: a masterpiece. 9/10 — Al

Last week's hiatus buster may have been recorded prior to the hiatus kicked off, but we're back with a Mega Oscars preview, plus a big time catch up, and a Dune Part 2 opening night recap. We promise to do more than 10 episodes this year The Basics FlixThe Oscars!​WhiskBalcones Baby BlueHostsAnthony Costanzo, Alessandro Biolsi, and a terrible accent

First time out on his own as a featured solo guest: it's Mike, our number one fan! We have news on the WGA strike formally, officially ending, Seinfeld rumors, the shockingly undercovered break in the Tupac case, and more! I trust the podcasters. The Basics FlickClerks IIISixEquilibrium WavelengthHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro BiolsiPanelMike Strnatko Toot-length Reviews A love letter to family, friends, and self, Clerks III is a wonderfully comedic and nostalgic romp to a bitter sweet finale. 8/10 — Anthony ‌ Nostalgia- Noun- a wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable condition. This movie is the purest distillation of that word, for better and worse. 6/10 — Al ‌ Kevin Smith, inspired by real-life events, calls back over and over to the previous superior entries in the trilogy...with less than stellar results. 5.5/10 — Mike

Gary has returned! Blame him (and the threatening email he received from Max) for this episode. Plus the WGA (and SAG-AFTRA) strike ending, Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom trailer, and more. Are we too late? The Basics FlickThe FlashSixLone Pine Oh-JHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro BiolsiPanelGary Gurecki Toot-length Reviews The best the Snyderverse has to offer comes from Andy Muschietti, but for the love of Grodd… let it die. 6/10 — Anthony ‌ On Friday night I had the option of spending 2-3 hours kicking off my early access to Starfield or watching this movie. I chose… poorly. 4.5/10 — Al

Italy. House. Bats? Baby. Trailers. More. Impossible? Not this mission The Basics FlickMission: Impossible- Dead Reckoning Part OneSixAdirondack Bear NakedHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews While it stumbles out of the gate with clunky exposition, Dead Reckoning ultimately finds its footing and fabulously sticks the landing. A purely entertaining trip to the cinema. 8/10 — Anthony ‌ Impossible (ha) to fully grade until Part 2 arrives, much in the same way Infinity War was, but a solid and action packed, if long, entry to the canon, with surprising emotional beats. 7/10 — Al

The Basics Another likely Sony MCUish disaster, a watered down Marvel Comic Con, and more. We see you. The Basics FlickAvatar: The Way of WaterSixBolero Snort Dia de los MooertosHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews Cameron continues Avatar’s legacy of lack luster story & motivations excusable by a his trademark immersive spectacle. 7/10— Anthony Anthony: the blue & green people look like blue & green people. 8.5/10 — Al

Xbox Showcase, Starfield Direct, our final thoughts on Ted Lasso, a terrible movie Al watched, and more. This episode isn't symmetrical but probably is nonsense. The Basics FlickDungeons & Dragons: Honor Among ThievesSixNewburgh Brewing Hudson HopsHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews Wonderfully whimsical & incredibly imaginative, D&D Honor Among Thieves is an instant classic 8/10 — Anthony A fun romp in a classic fantasy setting with a cast that has strong chemistry. You can't ask for very much more if you're not a die hard adherent of the source material. 6.5/10 — Al

We welcome our first new guest in a while for a blockbuster. Plus the finale of Succession, the many other things were watching, and more. The Basics FlickGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3SixTreehouse Cranberry TartHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro BiolsiPanelNelson Sing Toot-length Reviews All the right heart in all the weird places 8/10 — Anthony A pitch perfect ending to the trilogy, alternately heart breaking and heart warming, and our final proof that found family can be just as important as birth family, as we see our heroes fly away together, into the forever and beautiful sky. 9/10 — Al ‌ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 once again pulls the team together but this time hits you in the feels using a trash panda while simultaneously posturing the use of a couch. 8.75/10 – Nelson

Synopsis A big catchup, fighting telecom mega conglomerates, Jedi Survivor, and more. Please don't condemn us. The Basics FlickJohn Wick: Chapter 4SixSource Coat of ArmsHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro BiolsiToot-length Reviews While I’m always excited for more John Wick, the formula has run its course. 7/10 — Anthony A series that started with a slick, but simple look at a complicated world, continued to raise the takes all the way through to the end(?) in a really polished way. A testament to action film making at its best. 7.5/10 — Al

Synopsis Some trailer talk, many Star Wars talks, allegations of terrorism by defunct McDonald's mascots and more. Put on your Blue Suede Shoes and join us. The Basics FlickElvisSixEvil Genius Purple Monkey DishwasherHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews I now have a much higher regard for Elvis… and an elevated level of concern for Tom Hanks. 6/10 — Anthony While Luhrmann's sensationalist style is a perfect fit for the excesses of Elvis's life and meteoric career rise, his meandering plot structure detracts from the narrative tension of the story, causing inconsistent pacing. 6.5/10 — Al

Synopsis Oscars! Whisk! Consumption! FUN? The Basics FlickThe Classier and More Refined Cousin(s)WhiskMichters Bourbon & Hudson Back Room DealHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews I’ve seen better contenders 5/10 — Anthony Not my best work but i did watch a good bunch of the nominees this year. 6/10 — Al

Synopsis Disney may have finally heard our thoughts on quality and quantity of their products, generally, and a lack of Star Wars movies specifically. Plus Super Pig and much more. The Basics FlickBlack Panther: Wakanda ForeverSixNewburgh Brewing Bridge BossHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews While it pays wonderful homage, Wakanda Forever never quite finds its footing. 7/10 — Anthony Saddled with the impossible task of picking up the pieces from the tragic passing of Chadwick Boseman, Wakanda Forever does its best to advance the narrative arc of the Black Panther and the MCU, while telling a story of loss and grief, to admirable but mixed results. 7/10 — Al

Synopsis Trailers, trailers, trailers what a treat. That's pretty much it for the news this week, while our movie portion checks a whole bunch of boxes for Oscars season. Don't worry, though, we'll always be your friend and probably won't cut any of our fingers off (intentionally). The Basics FlickThe Banshees of InisherinSixDistrict 96 & Equilibrium Sexual EnergyHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews Simple, yet complex, Unsettling, yet captivating. I cannot further categorize nor describe this movie. 6/10 — Anthony What the feckin' hell did I just watch, like. 7/10 — Al

Synopsis Big DCU news, botched assassinations, food, and so much more, all before a big Oscar pic. Maybe in another life... The Basics FlickEverything Everywhere All at OnceSixAlternate Ending Bad Mother Force UserHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews Is it an emotional deep dive into anxiety, stress, loneliness, nihilism, empathy, kindness, family, or unconditional love? Is it an homage to The Matrix, Cloud Atlas, Scott Pilgrim, or Dr. Strange? Maybe it’s simply: Everything Everywhere All At Once. 10/10 — Anthony‌ The hot dog fingers are a no for me but everything everywhere else was good. 7.5/10 — Al

Synopsis 4 episodes in 4 we-- nah we're back to being a fully operational battle station for real. Just how we planned it. A blockbuster episode for a blockbuster movie. Plus a blast from the past, fucking hell, and more. We're on the highway to the danger zone. The Basics FlickTop Gun: MaverickSixSouthern Tier Lake Shore FogHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Toot-length Reviews A wonderfully executed requel that tells its own well structured story and pays homage to its origin all while elevating its predecessor in the process. 8/10 — Anthony An old school action movie with a new coat of paint. A fun time and exactly what the movie theater was made for. 7.5/10 — Al

The Basics FlickThe MenuSixTree House Mega TreatHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Tweet-length Reviews A delicately balanced satirical comedy and psychological thriller, The Menu’s insane premise is perfectly executed by Oscar worthy performances all around. 8/10 — Anthony Terrifyingly funny, deliciously dark, and poorly marketed. Don't watch this movie: experience it. 8.5/10 — Al

The Basics FlickBullet TrainSixNewburgh Sláinte Dry Irish StoutHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Tweet-length Reviews Bullet Train is a non-stop, frenetic, hodgepodge of and homage to most of my favorite movie tropes. 8/10 — Anthony A fun time in the style of a Guy Ritchie film, with the action sensibilities of a John Wick film, by way of a mid-aughts Asian crime drama. 7/10 — Al

Synopsis BACK!! After a partially planned, and also partially unplanned, hiatus that was significantly longer than we anticipated, we return to ring in the new year with a new movie. We're a little more free and organic in this one; we're less tied to our regular format strictly separating new/notes/nuggets/etc. It's just us (and you) talking about the last few months and then our movie conversation. This is an important infraction point in the run of our show. The Basics FlickGlass Onion: A Knives Out MysterySixTin Barn Cranberry BogHostsAnthony Costanzo & Alessandro Biolsi Tweet-length Reviews Silly, campy, and just the right amount of over-the-top, a wonderful visit with our good friend Benoit and the new menagerie of fools. 8/10 — AnthonyPatently ridiculous, and I mean that in the most complementary way. 8/10 — Al