Pop! Pour! Review
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The movie podcast where we explore IMDb’s Top 250 Movies list one film at a time! Each episode, we dive into a different movie from the list discussing its plot, themes, performances, impact on cinema, and our personal reactions. Whether it’s a classic cocktail or a unique concoction we also select beverages that complement the movie and adds an extra layer of enjoyment to our discussions. Join us for a movie marathon like no other every Monday!!!
Episodes
- Heat (1995)
Heat is #102 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of April 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we discuss the sprawling crime saga that set a new standard for the modern thriller. We also break the film’s iconic…
- M. Night Shyamalan Collaborative Ranking
We’ve stepped into the world of Shyamalan! After covering every M. Night Shyamalan film that made the IMDb Top 250 list, we decided it was time to dig deeper. Join us as we collaboratively rank the entire filmography—from shocking twists t…
- Top 250 Rundown (April 2026)
As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of April!!! Follow us @poppourreview, we do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.
- Memories of Murder (2003)
Memories of Murder is #197 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we discuss how Bong Joon-ho masterfully blends dark humor with disturbing realism, creating a film that…
- On the Waterfront (1954)
On the Waterfront is #217 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we discuss the gripping drama about corruption, conscience, and redemption. We also break down Marlon Br…
- Forrest Gump (1994)
Forrest Gump is #12 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the sweeping story of an ordinary man living an extraordinary life and explore how the film blends…
- Top 250 Rundown (March 2026)
This episode of Pop! Pour! Review breaks down the changes on the IMDb Top 250 Movies list for March 2026.
- Hachi: A Dog's Tale (2009)
In this episode of Pop! Pour! Review, the discussion centers on Hachi: A Dog's Tale, noted as #235 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies. The hosts examine Hachi's role as the film's emotional core and consider whether it is a profoundly devastating fi…
- What 2025 Movie Should Be On The IMDb Top 250?
The hosts of Pop! Pour! Review each selected a 2025 film that they felt should have been included in the IMDb Top 250.
- Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977)
This episode of Pop! Pour! Review focuses on Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, noting its position on IMDB's Top 250 Movies. The discussion covers George Lucas's world-building, John Williams' score, and the film's characters.
- Top 250 Rundown (February 2026)
The Pop! Pour! Review podcast episode for February 2026 covers the changes and updates to the IMDB Top 250 Movies list for the month.
- Your Name (2016)
Your Name is #78 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of January 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the breathtaking anime romance that blends body-swapping comedy with cosmic destiny. We also discuss…
- Top 250 Rundown (January 2026)
As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of January!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our…
- Klaus (2019)
Klaus is #162 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of December 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we unwrap a beautifully animated holiday film that reimagines the origins of Santa Claus. We also discuss the fil…
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (2011)
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 is #176 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of November 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the explosive finale to one of the most beloved film franchises…
- Top 250 Rundown (December 2025)
As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of December!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of ou…
- Middle-Earth Collaborative Ranking
Our quest is finally complete! After covering every Lord of the Rings film that made the IMDb Top 250 list, we decided it was time to rule them all. Join us as we determine the ultimate Middle-earth ranking. Follow us @poppourreview, click…
- Capernaum (2018)
Capernaum is #87 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of October 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the film’s raw realism, its use of non-professional actors, and the remarkable performance by Zain A…
- Top 250 Rundown (November 2025)
As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of November!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of ou…
- WALL·E (2008)
WALL·E is #56 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of October 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we unpack a tender, visually stunning sci-fi romance about loneliness, love, and the fate of humanity. We also exp…
- Jaws (1975)
Jaws is #201 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of October 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the film that invented the modern summer blockbuster and made everyone afraid to go back in the water. W…
- Top 250 Rundown (October 2025)
As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of October!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our…
- No Country for Old Men (2007)
No Country for Old Men is #146 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of September 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the desolate borderlands of Texas to dissect the movie that redefined what a modern…
- Bicycle Thieves (1948)
Bicycle Thieves is #124 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of September 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore one of the defining films of Italian Neorealism. We also discuss how Vittorio De Sica captu…
- The Terminator (1984)
The Terminator is #219 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of August 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the sci-fi thriller that launched a franchise. We also discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger’s career-d…
- Top 250 Rundown (September 2025)
As we head into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of September!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patr…
- Oldboy (2003)
Oldboy is #78 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of August 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we dive into the brutal and stylish South Korean thriller that became a global cult phenomenon. We also discuss the…
- Alien Collaborative Ranking
In space, no one can hear you rank… After covering the Alien films that made the IMDb Top 250 list, we decided it was time to take on the whole franchise. Join us as we debate which installment truly stands above the rest. Follow us @poppo…
- Top 250 Rundown (August 2025)
As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of August!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our…
- Rear Window (1954)
Rear Window is #51 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of July 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we dive into a masterclass in tension, voyeurism, and moral ambiguity. We also discuss how Hitchcock turns a sin…
- The Sixth Sense (1999)
The Sixth Sense is #143 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of July 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the film’s haunting atmosphere, standout performances, and how M. Night Shyamalan masterfully bu…
- Platoon (1986)
Platoon is #225 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of July 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we dive into the raw and unflinching look at the Vietnam War from the perspective of those on the ground. The hosts…
- Top 250 Rundown (July 2025)
As we head into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of July!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon a…
- Hotel Rwanda (2004)
Hotel Rwanda is #224 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of June 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we unpack Don Cheadle’s powerful, Oscar-nominated performance, the film’s emotional restraint, and its portray…
- Batman Collaborative Ranking
We’ve suited up and entered the Batcave! After covering every Batman film that made the IMDb Top 250 list, it was only right to rank the entire Batman franchise. Join us as we collaboratively decide which Caped Crusader reigns supreme! Fol…
- The Godfather Part II (1974)
The Godfather Part II is #4 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of June 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we unpack the movie that is hailed as one of the rare sequels that surpasses the original. We also brea…
- Up (2009)
Up is #107 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of June 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we unpack how this colorful adventure—featuring talking dogs, a flying house, and a grumpy old man—delivers one of the m…
- Top 250 Rundown (June 2025)
As we head into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of June!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon a…
- David Fincher Collaborative Ranking
We’ve reached the end of our Fincher files! After covering every David Fincher film that is on the IMDb Top 250 list, we decided to go all in. In this special episode, we’re ranking all of his movies. Join us as we build a collaborative Da…
- The Handmaiden (2016)
The Handmaiden is #239 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of May 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the visually stunning and narratively layered thriller that blends romance, suspense, and betrayal…
- The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is #6 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of April 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we break down the grand finale of Peter Jackson’s legendary trilogy. Is it the…
- Top 250 Rundown (May 2025)
As we head into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of May!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at…
- Se7en (1995)
Se7en is #20 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of April 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we dig into the way David Fincher’s haunting crime thriller builds dread through every frame. We also explore the fil…
- Indiana Jones Collaborative Ranking
We’ve unearthed the treasure trove of Indiana Jones! After covering every Indiana Jones film that made the IMDb Top 250 list, we decided it was time to dig deeper. In this special episode, we’re ranking the entire franchise. Join us as we…
- Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is #118 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of April 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the third chapter in Spielberg’s iconic action-adventure series. We also div…
- Casablanca (1942)
Casablanca is #45 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the film that continues to capture hearts decades after its release. This romantic drama blends polit…
- Top 250 Rundown (April 2025)
As we head into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of April!!! Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon…
- Singin’ in the Rain (1952)
Singin’ in the Rain is #89 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore how this classic captures the chaos and charm of Hollywood’s transition from silent films to…
- Batman Begins (2005)
Batman Begins is #131 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of February 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the gritty reboot that redefined the superhero genre and launched Christopher Nolan’s legendar…
- Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Raiders of the Lost Ark is #59 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of February 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we discuss the world to one of cinema’s most iconic heroes, Indiana Jones! We also discuss the p…