Reel Talk with Chuck & Pam
Film, TV & Pop Culture
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Current movie reviews for not only theatrical releases but films released on Netflix, Amazon, other streaming services and video on demand.
Episodes
- The Drama
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pam Powell review in-depth the new movie THE DRAMA.
- Crime 101, Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die
Chuck and Pam discuss two new movies in theaters this weekend, plus Chuck gives us his expertise on all things Dracula, a follow up to last week's monster movie.
- "Wake Up Dead Man" and "Dust Bunny"
The new Netflix Knives Out Mystery "Wake Up Dead Man," and Mads Mikkelson's horror film "Dust Bunny," as well as the CCA Nomination discussion are all a part of this week's podcast with film critics Chuck and Pam.
- Jay Kelly and Hamnet
Chicago area film critics and Critics Choice Association members, Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell discuss the CCA Nominations as well as review, tearfully, the Netflix film "Jay Kelly" and Focus Features' "Hamnet."
- Frankenstein, Nuremberg, Sorry Baby and more
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review 4 new films including FRANKENSTEIN, NUREMBERG, and SORRY BABY as well as the surprising PREDATOR BADLANDS!
- A House of Dynamite, Blue Moon, and The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
Be sure to find out if these three films, 1 in theaters, the other two streaming, are worth your time to see! Netflix has "A House of Dynamite," Hulu has the remake of "The Hand That Rocks the Cradle," and in theaters is Ethan Hawke's film…
- A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Swiped, and more!
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review several new movies this week! Find out about "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey," "Swiped," "The Senior," and "Eleanor the Great."
- "Eden," "Weapons," "Highest 2 Lowest," and more!
Chuck and Pam review movies coming to theaters this weekend and catch up on a couple films which are expanding nationwide! Find out more by listening to this week's podcast!
- "Fantastic Four," "She Rides Shotgun," "The Naked Gun" and More
Film Critics Chuck and Pam catch up on movies now in theaters and streaming. Find out about the new "Together," "The Naked Gun," "She Rides Shotgun," "The Fantastic Four," and "Happy Gilmore 2" in this week's episode.
- "Superman" and "Sovereign" Hit theaters this weekend
Find out about the big blockbuster film "Superman" and a smaller movie with Oscar-worthy performances, "Sovereign," both in theaters this weekend.
- Elio, Ballerina, Echo Valley and more
Film Critics Chuck and Pam bring you their thoughts about new and recent movies which are streaming or in theaters! Find out about the Disney Pixar film ELIO, Apple TV's ECHO VALLEY, and more!
- "Bring Her Back," "Jane Austen Wrecked My Life" and More
We've got two new releases plus some streaming options to check out on this week's podcast! Find out if you should see BRING HER BACK and JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE!
- Mission Impossible and Friendship
Chicago Film Critics Chuck and Pam review the newest "Mission: Impossible" film as well as the newly released "Friendship" both in theaters now!
- Thunderbolts* and The Surfer
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review two new titles in theaters this week plus one from last week. Find out about "Thunderbolts," "The Surfer" and "On Swift Horses" to know if you should spend your money and your time on these!
- The Wedding Banquet, The Ballad of Wallis Island and more!
Chicago area film critics, Chuck and Pam, review two new theatrical releases plus two more you don't want to miss: Wedding Banquet, The Ballad of Wallis Island, The Friend, and Bob Trevino Likes It
- Capt. America and Paddington In Peru
Film Critics Chuck and Pam review two new films opening in theaters today plus they discuss the Emilia Perez controversy.
- Presence, Flight Risk, Brave the Dark and Oscar Noms
Three new movies in theaters are reviewed this week along with our take on the Oscar noms!
- Back in Action, Unstoppable, and Wolf Man
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review two streaming options and one theatrical release in this week's podcast. Find out what's worth your time and get a few tips on new series streaming on Max and Apple TV+!
- Holiday Theatrical Releases!
Babygirl, A Complete Unknown, The Fire Inside, and Nosferatu are all a part of this week's podcast to get you ready for the holiday weekend!
- The Order, Nightbitch, Flora, and The Return
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review 4 new movies this week, all in theaters! Listen and find out what's worth your time and money!
- Wicked, Gladiator 2, and more
Chuck and Pam, Chicago area film critics, review 6 new movies in theaters and streaming on this week's episode!
- Heretic, Emilia Perez and more!
This week, Chuck and I review 6 movies! It's that time of year! Find out what's playing in theaters, what to take your kids to see, and so much more!
- Here and The Conclave Reviewed
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review HERE and THE CONCLAVE both in theaters now!
- Goodrich, Woman of the Hour, and Interviews!
Chicago area film critics, Chuck and Pam, review GOODRICH and WOMAN OF THE HOUR, plus you'll hear clips from 3 recent interviews including Rosie Perez and Judith Light for their new Apple TV+ series BEFORE!
- Will & Harper discussion with Denise Bowker
Special Guest Denise Bowker chats about the Netflix documentary WILL & HARPER
- My Old Ass, Wolfs, Will & Harper, Lee and more
Find out about 4 new movies opening in theaters and streaming this week! Plus, we play Stump Chuck again!
- His 3 Daughters, The Substance, The Mistake, and The Penguin
Find out about what's new to see in theaters and streaming this week!
- Slingshot, 1992, You Gotta Believe
Chicago film critics Chuck and Pam have you covered this week for movies coming out in theaters this weekend!
- It Ends with Us, The Instigators
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell review two new films this week plus play a little catch up from last week!
- Horizon, A Quiet Place, and more
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell share their thoughts about new movies hitting theaters and streaming as well as interviews with Kevin Costner for HORIZON and Dan Baird for A QUIET PLACE
- Inside Out 2, Tuesday, Treasure, & Ghostlight
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review 4 new films this week, in theaters. Find out what's weird, thoughtful, or downright brilliant in this week's podcast!
- Hit Man, Hard Miles, The Dead Don't Hurt
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell discuss "Hit Man" on Netflix this Friday, "Hard Miles" on VOD, and "The Dead Don't Hurt" now in theaters on this week's podcast.
- Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, Mother of the Bride
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review two new movies; KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES and MOTHER OF THE BRIDE. Find out what's worth your money and more importantly, what's worth your time.
- Fall Guy, The Idea of You, & Unfrosted
Find out about 3 new movies this week; 2 streaming and 1 in theaters!
- In the Land of Saints and Sinners and Asphalt City
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review two new films in theaters plus a few more gems not to miss!
- Ricky Stanicky, American Dreamer, Damsel, & Cabrini
4 new movies are reviewed on this week's podcast with Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell! Find out what's worth your time as Chuck and Pam disagree on every movie this week!
- Interview w/ Roxine Helberg for Cold Copy
Pam of Reel Talk with Chuck and Pam interviews the writer and director Roxine Helberg about the making of her chilling new film "Cold Copy." Listen and find out more, then watch this smart film!
- Top 5 Films of 2023 - Part 2
Find out what our Top 5 Films of 2023 are! Plus, learn about some of the background of each of the movies!
- Top 10 Films of 2023 Part 1
Find out what movies made our top 10 list and why in this two-part series. Part 1, Chuck and Pam share their 10-6 list and in Part 2, coming soon, will be 5-1 ranked movies! We've got gems of unique information to share about each film, to…
- Mean Girls, Society of the Snow, and the CCA
Chuck and Pam review the Netflix film SOCIETY OF THE SNOW and the musical MEAN GIRLS as well as a couple new streaming options this week! Find out this and be sure to tune in to the CW on Sunday at 6 pm CST to find out who the winners are…
- The Hunger Games, Next Goal Wins, and more
Chicago area film critics, Chuck and Pam, get caught up with two movies from last week and two films from this week! Plus, Chuck gives you his brutally honest opinion about an Apple TV+ streaming series...you won't believe what he has to s…
- Quiz Lady, Nyad, and More
Chuck and Pam review movies to see and movies to skip on this week's episode!
- Killers of the Flower Moon, Story Ave, The Burial, and CIFF
Chicago Film Critics Chuck and Pam review Killers of the Flower Moon, Story Ave, The Burial, and share two interview clips from the Chicago International Film Festival with Emerald Fennell for Saltburn and Jeff Nichols for The Bikeriders!…
- The Exorcist Believer, CIFF, Netflix and NYC’s Maestro, She Came to Me
So much to cover this week including the upcoming Chicago International Film Festival, Netflix's NYFF premiere of "Maestro," and reviews of "The Exorcist Believer" and "She Came To Me!" So good to be back!
- A Haunting in Venice, Love at First Sight, and A Million Miles Away
Chuck and Pam review three new films this week! Find out more and what we have planned for next week.
- Equalizer 3, Sitting in Bars with Cake, Nun 2, and My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3
What to see and what to skip in this week's episode with Chuck and Pam
- Strays, Jules, and Adults
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review STRAYS, ADULTS, JULES and a preview of Fall TV streaming options to look forward to!
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, What Comes Around
Chuck and Pam review 5 new movies this week, opening in theaters and on your screen at home.
- BARBIE, HAPPINESS FOR BEGINNERS, and THE DEEPEST BREATH
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review BARBIE, HAPPINESS FOR BEGINNERS, and THE DEEPEST BREATH in this week's podcast!
- MI 7 & BIOSPHERE
Chuck and Pam discuss the merits of MI7 as well as the indie film BIOSPHERE. And find out what we're bingeing on TV!