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Stop! That! Train! - Cinema, Movie, Film Review - Entertainment.ie
Director: Adam Shankman Actors: RuPaul, Brock Hayhoe, Paul Scheer, Symone Release Date: Friday 21st August 2026 Genre(s): Action, Comedy Running time: 91 minutes Best friends and train stewardesses Tess and DeeDee trade their dreary shifts on the Stank Rail for the glitzy Glamazonian Express.
How to Fix TV Comedy
What’s your comfort show? When you’ve had a bad day. When you’re sick on the couch. When you’re eating dinner alone. What do you put on? What’s your comfort show? I’ll bet it’s not that prestige limited series everyone is talking about. Or that 8 episode streaming original that got canceled after its second season. Chances are, your comfort show has a lot of seasons and a lot of episodes. It’s a show that feels like a hang with friends, a show that you keep coming back to time and again.
Stop! That! Train!
Written By:Christina Friel, Connor Wright Available after 4 critic reviews User reviews are not available yet Paul ScheerMale Passenger 1 Joel McHaleMale Passenger 2 Jerry O'ConnellBickering Husband Nicole SullivanBickering Wife Chris ParnellConductor Davenport Natasha LeggeroPerson on Phone Sarah Michelle GellarFamous Actress Guy BranumTrain Traffic Controller CharoSexy Traffic Controller Available after 4 critic reviews 100% Positive 1 Review 0% Mixed 0 Reviews 0% Negative 0 Reviews Jun 1,...
Spectacle Is Never Enough
Every summer, Hollywood bets hundreds of millions of dollars on an idea that they think will appeal to everyone, but despite their best intentions, that bet often fails (Remember The Emoji Movie). This is a deep dive into why Blockbusters work, from the people who make them; how the Studios keep learning the wrong lessons; and what Science says audiences want.
Spectacle Is Never Enough
Every summer, Hollywood bets hundreds of millions of dollars on an idea that they think will appeal to everyone, but despite their best intentions, that bet often fails (Remember The Emoji Movie). So this is a deep dive into why the people who actually make the biggest blockbusters say their films worked, why studios keep learning the wrong lessons, and why the crucial part of a real blockbuster has nothing to do with money.
The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty Original
*The Secret Life of Walter Mitty* sat in development hell for over two decades, passed through the hands of three A-list directors and four different leading men, until one screenwriter went back to the themes of the short story. "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" appeared in the March 18, 1939, issue of The New Yorker and was anthologized in My World and Welcome To It in 1942. Thurber’s story is less a story and more a snapshot illustrating the life of a middle-class man.
The Devil Wears Prada
This week on Unspooled The Devil Wears Prada started as a 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberger about a young woman hired as a personal assistant to a powerful fashion magazine editor a job that becomes nightmarish as she struggles to keep up with her boss’s impossible demands. The book’s real juice was in the biography behind it: Weisberger had just graduated from Cornell when she rolled into the Vogue office around Christmas of 1999, hired as Anna Wintour’s assistant. Literary Hub.
RD Recommends: Superboys of Malegaon, Myself and Other Animals, How Did This Get Made? and More
From long-awaited returns to buzzy new releases, the entertainment world is overflowing—in the best way. Your watchlist is growing, your TBR pile is teetering, and there’s more to choose from than ever. Consider this list your quick, curated guide to what’s worth your time right now.
Total Recall: Hold the Mars
This week on Unspooled Before Arnold Schwarzenegger ever jumped into a Johnny Cab, Total Recall spent sixteen years bouncing between studios, accumulating roughly forty script drafts, and cycling through countless directors. Most notably David Croneberg who pushed for the most faithful Philip K Dick interpretation of the material but was ultimately rejected for a more Raiders of the Lost Ark on Mars approach.
What Is Spring Break?
I have never once questioned Spring Break. I blindly accepted it. The same way you accept that you must turn off your phone’s cell service when taking off and landing in an airplane, but using WiFi during those same times is totally fine. I’m sure there’s a bigger reason why it’s ok. Please DON’T explain it to me in the comments; I like to lead a life that still has some mystery to it, but this year, for reasons I cannot fully explain, maybe because I’m not on Spring Break, I stopped. I looked up.
How Sinners Outwitted the Devil
This week, Sinners left the Academy Awards having broken the all-time nominations record (16), surpassing Titanic and All About Eve. Though it didn’t win Best Picture or Best Director. Sinners won 4 Oscars, Ryan Coogler walked away with his 1st Academy Award, a historic cinematography win, and perhaps the most dynamic musical number in Oscar History.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SMALL TALK AT OSCAR PARTIES
The top 10 highest-grossing films of 2025 were, in order: A Minecraft Movie, Lilo & Stitch, Superman, Jurassic World: Rebirth, Zootopia 2, Wicked: For Good, Sinners, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, How to Train Your Dragon, and Avatar: Fire and Ash. Together, they raked in roughly $3.3 billion at the domestic box office.
OSCAR POOL 2026: Our Expert Opinion
The votes are in: Paul and Amy, producers Harry and Molly, social media queen Sydney, Artist in Residence Kim, and the Discord/Listeners led by Sycasey, are going to give you the best perspective to fill out your ballot. NEED A LAST-MINUTE BALLOT - WE GOT YOU COVERED Unspooled with Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Directing: Paul Thomas Anderson.
It Could Be Worse...The Two Moon Problem
People always say, “PAUL! We are in some DARK FUCKING DAYS!” And while I tend to agree, it also begs the question, could it be worse? and the answer is, YES! How?! Hear me out. One moon is great. It tells us when to sleep, it controls the tides, it looks nice. But what if we had TWO moons? Double the pleasure double the fun. WRONG! Two moons, of equal size, would pull the oceans in competing directions, so shit is all weird…OH AND, and our planet was inhabited by werewolves. Werewolves who surf.
Last Looks: Monkeybone w/ Brad Meltzer
Nicolas Cage, Bingo Wings, and another Paul nudity flashback?! All this and more when Paul answers YOUR corrections & omissions on our Monkeybone episode. Plus, Jason & Paul chat with NY Times Best-Selling Author Brad Meltzer about his new book THE VIPER, his inside access to the witness protection program, favorite comic books, and a lot more.
Uncut Gems
Paul and Amy take a deep breath and revisit Uncut Gems, examining Adam Sandler’s career-best performance as a man who just can’t stop pushing his luck. They unpack the film’s jittery score, its fraught production and awards-season snub, and the lineage of anxious filmmaking that makes every bet feel like life or death.
His & Hers
We see The Sci-Fi Christian, in all its iterations, as being about the collision between faith and nerdom. We believe that good genre fiction is about more than just entertainment. We seek to engage with the themes and philosophies behind our favorite stories, wrestling with the big ideas within speculative fiction. We’re unabashedly nerdy and unabashedly Christian. Even if your faith background differs from ours, we look forward to interacting with you at The Sci-Fi Christian! … continue reading
595: Warfare + Civil War + 10 Modern War Movies
Henry takes heavy fire with A24's Warfare then takes to the streets in Civil War and finally counts down his Top 10 Modern War movies! Warning: spoilers! 0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Review: Warfare 6:09 - Review: Civil War 11:50 - Discussion: Top 10 Modern War Movies 18:08 - Outro Follow Film Buds: Linktree FaceBook Twitter / X Instagram YouTube Website Follow Henry & Elle on Letterboxd: Henry's Profile Elle's Profile Buy Our Premium Podcasts: Bandcamp Sponsors / Inquiries: [email protected]
Cool World (HDTGM Matinee)
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Oscars Nominations We Want to See
Academy Award nominations are revealed later this week, so Art & Zach take a moment to highlight the Oscars noms they want to see the most on the big day. TIMECODES... 00:00 - Intro 02:02 - No Other Choice 03:44 - Amanda Seyfried 04:59 - Sean Penn & Kevin O’Leary 06:24 - Adam Sandler 08:32 - Is This Thing On?
Reel Confessions: Sarah Marshall
Reel talk: Sarah Marshall has movie opinions, and she’s ready to spill.
Grease 2 w/ Anna Faris (HDTGM Matinee)
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Last Looks: My Secret Santa
Ted Danson chats with Jason about working together on Netflix's A Man on the Inside and the Good Place in an excerpt from Jason's recent guest appearance on Ted's podcast, Where Everybody Knows Your Name. But first, Paul answers all your Corrections & Omissions on My Secret Santa before we announce next week's new movie! Listen to Jason's full episode of Where Everybody Knows Your Name on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Watch Paul's short documentary Swiftie Dads.
Kill Bill
Paul and Amy unsheathe Kill Bill, Tarantino’s blood-soaked revenge epic that fused global genre cinema into something unmistakably his own. They trace The Bride’s evolution from concept to icon, unpack the film’s explosive choreography and stylized violence, and wrestle with the complicated legacy behind its creation.
Movie News: Netflix-Warner Bros. & Tarantino vs. Dano
The looming Netflix deal to acquire Warner Bros-Discovery is a BIG deal. Let's talk about the future of movies, theaters, and creative filmmaking on this News ep - plus Quentin Tarantino HATES Paul Dano?
Interview: Josh & Benny Safdie - "Uncut Gems" (Archive)
With Adam and Josh's MARTY SUPREME review (and bonus spoiler talk) coming later this week, we're sharing Adam's December 2019 interview with the Safdie Brothers about "Uncut Gems." For full access to the Filmspotting Archive going back to 2005, join the Filmspotting Family. Membership includes monthly bonus shows, a weekly newsletter, access to the Filmspotting Discord, and more. Use the promo code "supreme" for 20% off thru Jan. 31. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sundance 2026 Lineup & Festival Preview | Intercut Explains
Sundance Film Festival 2026 is just around the corner, and there's a lineup full of new movies to break down. Art & Zach look ahead to Sundance 2025! We list our 5 Most Anticipated Movies of the fest, let you know which exciting films are available online, and get excited for one last dance in Park City. TIMECODES...
Ultraviolet LIVE! w/ Nick Wiger & Mike Mitchell (HDTGM Matinee)
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The 3rd "Annual" Howdie Awards (Part 2)
You know what's long, tedious and boring? Surgery. You know what isn't? This new podcast! Join Scrubs co-stars and real-life best friends Zach Braff and Donald Faison for a weekly comedy podcast where they relive the hit TV show, one episode at a time. Each week, these BFFs will discuss an episode of Scrubs, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reminiscing on some of their favorite memories from filming. They’ll also connect with Scrubs super fans and feature beloved show cast members for e ...
Top 100 Comedies of All Time
Paul and Amy dig into Variety’s list of the 100 greatest comedies of all time, celebrating the highs, questioning the rankings, and debating what makes a movie truly funny. From The Naked Gun taking the top spot to spirited discussions around Some Like It Hot, Annie Hall, Groundhog Day, and The Great Dictator, they unpack the list’s surprises, omissions, and the impossible challenge of ranking comedy at all.
The 3rd "Annual" Howdie Awards (Part 1)
You know what's long, tedious and boring? Surgery. You know what isn't? This new podcast! Join Scrubs co-stars and real-life best friends Zach Braff and Donald Faison for a weekly comedy podcast where they relive the hit TV show, one episode at a time. Each week, these BFFs will discuss an episode of Scrubs, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reminiscing on some of their favorite memories from filming. They’ll also connect with Scrubs super fans and feature beloved show cast members for e ...
LEAKED: Insurance Adjuster Report on the McCallister Family Home
Claim Number: MM-19901225-McCallister Policy Number: HO-847392 Date of Inspection: December 26, 1990 Property Address: 671 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093 Adjuster: Robert Henshaw, Senior Claims Investigator The McCallisters departed late for Paris on December 23rd. Due to a “act of God,” they accidentally left their youngest son, Kevin, home alone. Two burglars targeted the home. Kevin, age 8, allegedly stopped them using homemade traps.
Babes in Toyland LIVE! (HDTGM Matinee)
You know what's long, tedious and boring? Surgery. You know what isn't? This new podcast! Join Scrubs co-stars and real-life best friends Zach Braff and Donald Faison for a weekly comedy podcast where they relive the hit TV show, one episode at a time. Each week, these BFFs will discuss an episode of Scrubs, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reminiscing on some of their favorite memories from filming. They’ll also connect with Scrubs super fans and feature beloved show cast members for e ...
Last Looks: Merry Kissmas
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Reel Confessions: Molly Lambert
Paul and Amy welcome Molly Lambert to Reel Confessions, where she gets candid about her film hot takes. From what people should and shouldn't eat in the theater to unpopular opinions on Charlie Sheen's acting, they truly discuss it all.
318: Fellowship of the Ring (Retrospective)
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The Beatles Anthology 2025 Review
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Best Performances of 2025, Wake Up Dead Man and Hamnet Reviews (#1043)
Hot on the heels of submitting their Chicago Film Critics Association ballots, Adam and Josh share their favorite performances of the year, plus some thoughts on Rian Johnson’s WAKE UP DEAD MAN and Chloe Zhao’s HAMNET. This episode is presented by Regal Unlimited, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits.
Jay Kelly should be more miserable | Intercut Reviews
We see The Sci-Fi Christian, in all its iterations, as being about the collision between faith and nerdom. We believe that good genre fiction is about more than just entertainment. We seek to engage with the themes and philosophies behind our favorite stories, wrestling with the big ideas within speculative fiction. We’re unabashedly nerdy and unabashedly Christian. Even if your faith background differs from ours, we look forward to interacting with you at The Sci-Fi Christian! … continue reading
Brick
Paul and Amy step into the shadowy hallways of Brick, exploring how Rian Johnson fused hard-boiled noir with high school drama to create one of the most striking debuts of the 2000s. They also delve into Johnson’s meticulous planning, the film’s tight-budget and ingenuity, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s transformative performance.
Five Nights at Freddy's
We see The Sci-Fi Christian, in all its iterations, as being about the collision between faith and nerdom. We believe that good genre fiction is about more than just entertainment. We seek to engage with the themes and philosophies behind our favorite stories, wrestling with the big ideas within speculative fiction. We’re unabashedly nerdy and unabashedly Christian. Even if your faith background differs from ours, we look forward to interacting with you at The Sci-Fi Christian! … continue reading
Some Good Gift Ideas (Part 2)
It’s Part 2 of the Scheer Gift List…Let’s get into it (If you missed it Part 1) Sound Burger It’s a record player in your pocket. No really. This plays records, a recreation of a 1983 device. Be a vinyl person without all the setup. L.L.Bean Wicked Good Max Slippers I love LL Bean Slippers, but I hate it when I have to quickly walk outside and I have to switch shoes. These guys take care of that problem. They are an indoor/outdoor slipper. They rule.
Last Looks: The Christmas Tree
You know what's long, tedious and boring? Surgery. You know what isn't? This new podcast! Join Scrubs co-stars and real-life best friends Zach Braff and Donald Faison for a weekly comedy podcast where they relive the hit TV show, one episode at a time. Each week, these BFFs will discuss an episode of Scrubs, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reminiscing on some of their favorite memories from filming. They’ll also connect with Scrubs super fans and feature beloved show cast members for e ...
Anchorman
Paul and Amy stay classy as they revisit Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, exploring how Will Ferrell and Adam McKay transformed a kooky idea about local news into a comedy landmark. They dig into the film’s improvisational energy, stacked cast, and reflect on how Anchorman helped launch a new era of American comedy.
NOIRVEMBER SPECIAL: Not Russian, a novel by Mikhail Shevelev
We see The Sci-Fi Christian, in all its iterations, as being about the collision between faith and nerdom. We believe that good genre fiction is about more than just entertainment. We seek to engage with the themes and philosophies behind our favorite stories, wrestling with the big ideas within speculative fiction. We’re unabashedly nerdy and unabashedly Christian. Even if your faith background differs from ours, we look forward to interacting with you at The Sci-Fi Christian! … continue reading
Time Bandits (1981)
This week, Shat The Movies tumbles through the space-time continuum with Terry Gilliam's Time Bandits, a chaotic fantasy adventure filled with Monty Python humor, mischievous dwarves, and a cosmic battle between Good, Evil, and negligent parenting.
Cooper Raiff thinks Hal & Harper is more his tone than anything he’s made | Filmmaker Interview
We see The Sci-Fi Christian, in all its iterations, as being about the collision between faith and nerdom. We believe that good genre fiction is about more than just entertainment. We seek to engage with the themes and philosophies behind our favorite stories, wrestling with the big ideas within speculative fiction. We’re unabashedly nerdy and unabashedly Christian. Even if your faith background differs from ours, we look forward to interacting with you at The Sci-Fi Christian! … continue reading
2025 Thanksgiving Special
Happy Thanksgiving from Unspooled! Paul and Amy celebrate Thanksgiving by ranking cinema’s most disastrous families to spend the holidays with. They revisit the Torrances, the Sawyers, the Tenenbaums, and the deeply unsettling brood of Dogtooth to determine who would ruin dinner fastest.
Frankenstein (2025)
We see The Sci-Fi Christian, in all its iterations, as being about the collision between faith and nerdom. We believe that good genre fiction is about more than just entertainment. We seek to engage with the themes and philosophies behind our favorite stories, wrestling with the big ideas within speculative fiction. We’re unabashedly nerdy and unabashedly Christian. Even if your faith background differs from ours, we look forward to interacting with you at The Sci-Fi Christian! … continue reading
Reel Confessions: Kareem Rahma
In the first episode of Reel Confessions, Paul and Amy sit down with Kareem Rahma to unpack cinematic past. They touch on his first illicit R-rated watch, the strange ethics of “premium” movie theaters, and the almost spiritual journey of seeing emotionally devastating films on a plane.
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