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1 'Superman' vs. 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' – Can the DCU and MCU Save Superheroes? 2:20:00
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey are back to discuss superheroes: we break down James Gunn’s Superman and Marvel’s Fantastic Four: First Steps , two attempts to reboot tired franchises with sincerity and with varying results. First, we dive into Gunn’s earnest, squirrel-saving cutie Superman, Corenswet’s surprising star turn, and the film’s big ideas about media and occupation. Then we get into Fantastic Four 's gorgeous retro-futurist world, Julia Garner’s ethereal Silver Surfer, and a script that feels like it was written by four sitcom dads. Plus: summer movie shout-outs ( Sorry Baby , Friendship, I Know What You Did Last Summer, Jurassic World: Rebirth ), our superhero fatigue, and our hopes for a live-action Miles Morales and Batman Beyond. Patreon link below! Free episodes unlocked—including our 4-hour The Batman deep dive. Superman (15:00) Fantastic Four (01:13:15) 2025 Summer of Movies (02:02:40) The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
1 George Lucas' 'Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones' (2002) | Patreon #64 15:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOur Star Wars deep dive continues on Patreon with Attack of the Clones —arguably the wildest entry in the prequels. We tackle Anakin’s emotional spiral, the politics of Star Wars fans, Jedi agents, and...sand. We also talk about the silly-emotional tragiromance of it all! This is a free 15 minute Patreon preview, but you can join us on Patreon to unlock the full four-part series (Episodes 1, 2, 4, and 5). The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey dive deep into Ari Aster’s bold and chaotic new film Eddington —a post-pandemic western satire that takes aim at America’s digital echo chambers. We break down the film’s story, its genre-blending style, standout performances from Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, and Austin Butler (but an underused Emma Stone), and debate whether Aster’s ambition outweighs the film’s messiness. Go below to sign up for Patreon to hear exclusive episodes for free members! The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
1 David Lean's 'Lawrence of Arabia' (1962) | Patreon #63 5:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis full episode is free for a limited time on our Patreon! Sign up as a free member using the link in the episode description below. In this Patreon episode, we dive deep into the 28 Days Later franchise—breaking down its lo-fi horror legacy, Danny Boyle’s kinetic filmmaking, the breakout performances from Cillian Murphy and Naomie Harris, and Alex Garland’s sharp political commentary. We also talk about the early buzz for 28 Years Later and why this film remains one of Trey’s all-time favorites. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 Alfred Hitchcock's 'North by Northwest' (1959) | Patreon #58 5:10
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAlfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest is the sleek, stylish spy thriller that basically invented the modern action movie and laid the blueprint for the Mission: Impossible / James Bond franchises. We break down its iconic set pieces, paranoid energy, and why Cary Grant running from a crop duster still rips. This is a 5-minute sample from our full #1 Boy Movie Club episode. To hear the entire deep dive, head to our Patreon below. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
1 Cameron Crowe's 'Jerry Maguire' (1996) + The Career of Tom Cruise | Patreon #57 15:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn our episode on Jerry Maguire , we dive into Tom Cruise and Cameron Crowe’s genre-blending masterpiece as both a rom-com and sports drama that dissects the emotional and professional crash out of a self-interested man. Alongside this, we break down the broader arc of Cruise’s career—from 1980s heartthrob to 1990s dramatic powerhouse to post-2000s action icon—and how Jerry Maguire stands at a critical turning point: a film that bridges the emotional vulnerability of his early work with the self-aware myth-making of his later persona. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
1 The Five Eras of Wes Anderson + 'The Phoenician Scheme' Review 1:11:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey review Wes Anderson's newest film The Phoenician Scheme and also trace the five distinct eras of Anderson’s career. Anderson’s latest pastel-laced genre experiment is part espionage caper, part theological road movie, and part anti-capitalist fever dream. We break down how this film fits into the “post- Grand Budapest ” phase of his work, explore its sub-narratives and surreal spiritual detours, and celebrate its quietly brilliant three-hander core: Benicio del Toro as the morally compromised war profiteer, Mia Threapleton as his estranged nun-daughter, and Michael Cera as a bug-loving tutor. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
1 Billy Wilder's 'The Apartment' (1960) | Patreon #56 5:03
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1 Tom Cruise's 'Mission: Impossible' Franchise Ranked + 'The Final Reckoning' Reaction 2:12:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey react to Tom Cruise's final MI film in 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' plus we rank all eight Mission: Impossible films, from De Palma’s paranoid thriller to McQuarrie’s AI-fighting epics, and trace how the franchise evolved from emotional espionage to Cruise-as-messiah spectacle. We dive deep into each entry’s themes, set pieces, and shifting tone, debating what was gained in stunt-driven mythmaking and what was lost in Ethan's emotional core. Along the way, we probably say “MI3 is underrated” a dozen times and that 'Fallout' is a bit overrated, but this is a fun-subjective list! The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this special Extra Credits+ episode, we're joined by guests Kira and James to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar . Together, we dive deep into Nolan’s career arc, unpacking how Interstellar stands out as his most spiritual and vulnerable film. Along the way, the group breaks down iconic performances by Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, and Matt Damon, and explores the movie’s big ideas—grief, love, time, and legacy. From real astrophysics like time dilation to theoretical concepts like wormholes, fifth-dimensional beings, and the bootstrap paradox, this episode navigates the emotional and scientific ambition behind one of the boldest blockbusters of the 21st century. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this critical deep dive, we explore Sinners, the bold, genre-blending vampire-western-horror-musical from director Ryan Coogler and star Michael B. Jordan. We unpack its ambitious themes of assimilation, artistic legacy, cultural survival, and spiritual freedom—all wrapped inside a chaotic IMAX-sized spectacle. From standout newcomer Miles Caton’s lead performance to the film’s uneven third act and rich but overloaded symbolism, we ask whether Sinners is a flawed masterpiece or a fascinating misfire. Plus, on our Patreon, we’re offering a free bonus episode—a live commentary on Creed, diving into the roots of Coogler and MBJ’s collaboration. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' is Anti-Genre Chaos...GO SEE IT! 15:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTrey reviews Ryan Coogler’s Sinners: a $100-million genre-bending vampire western horror musical set in 1930s Mississippi. It’s Coogler’s boldest, weirdest, and most ambitious film to date, blending myth, legacy, identity, and the cost of assimilation into a chaotic cinematic experiment. Trey unpacks the film’s anti-genre intentions, its Faustian themes, its wild tonal swings, and the standout performances from Michael B. Jordan and breakout star Miles Caton. Is it a masterpiece? A mess? Both? This is a conflicted breakdown of a movie that might not work...but absolutely demands to be seen.( 00:00 ) Ryan Coogler( 01:26 ) Non-Major Spoiler Review( 02:03 ) What Works( 08:24 ) What Struggles( 12:49 ) The Extra Credits of Sinners( 14:56 ) Final Thoughts The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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Kelsi and Trey count down and critically discuss our picks for the 30 best movies of 2024—an unpredictable, wildly entertaining, and emotionally resonant year for cinema. From studio epics like Dune: Part Two and Furiosa , to international gems like La Chimera and I’m Still Here , to genre-benders like Challengers , The Substance , and Red Rooms , we break down what made these films stand out—formally, politically, emotionally, and narratively. We talk auteur swings, star turns, and cinematic risks, and reflect on what these movies reveal about our current moment. Some spoilers involved, but you can enjoy a mostly non-major spoiler discussion! The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 'Se7en' at 30: David Fincher is Mean | Patreon #54 8:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn the 30th anniversary of David Fincher’s Se7en , we take a deep dive into the legacy of one of the most unsettling and influential thrillers of modern cinema. We explore the film’s impact on the serial killer genre, Fincher’s signature style and career-defining choices, and how Se7en critiques the very systems—and audiences—that consume stories of violence and moral decay. We also get into the unforgettable performances from Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman who help this very, very mean allegory come to life. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 'Toy Story' at 30: The Rise and Fall of Pixar | Patreon #53 6:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFor Toy Story's 30th anniversary, we’re diving deep into the film and studio that changed animation forever—but also how Pixar itself evolved from a revolutionary indie disruptor into a corporate franchise machine. We’ll explore Pixar’s early era, where its films tackled bold political and existential themes—from A Bug’s Life's working-class rebellion to WALL-E's anti-consumerist dystopia—before shifting, post-Disney acquisition, into a safer, identity-driven storytelling model that trades larger commentaries for more safe formulas. Then, we’ll break down the Toy Story franchise as a whole before going deep on the original masterpiece. We forgot to discuss the evolution of 2D to 3D CGI and how the oncoming AI boom and those two pieces of history connect, but I'm sure we'll do another animated film in the near future! The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 Bong Joon Ho Ranked & 'Parasite' | Patreon #52 15:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToday we dive into the world of Bong Joon Ho—exploring his career, his major themes, and ranking his most iconic works. We then deep dive Parasite, his genre-shifting, class-conflict masterpiece. We discuss how he shapes architecture into allegory, comedy into tragedy, and mobility into myth. Parasite might be the smartest movie of the 21st century—so we have a lot to say about it in this 3+ hour discussion! The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 The History of Batman, Batman Ranked, & Matt Reeves' 'The Batman' | Patreon #51 16:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey dive deep into the history of Batman on screen , ranking every live-action portrayal of the Dark Knight and debating what each version got right (or horribly wrong). And then we get to our major conversation on Matt Reeves’ The Batman and Robert Pattinson’s fragile, gothic detective take on the character. We’ll break down the noir-infused world Reeves has built, why Pattinson’s emotionally stunted Bruce Wayne is the most fascinating interpretation yet, and how this film redefines Gotham’s rogues gallery with Paul Dano’s terrifying Riddler, Colin Farrell’s scene-stealing Penguin, and Zoë Kravitz’s mesmerizing, scene-stealing Selina Kyle. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 Steven Soderbergh is BACK with 'Black Bag' and 'Presence' 1:23:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey dive into Steven Soderbergh’s thrilling 2025 double feature, Black Bag and Presence —two wildly different films that both explore trust, surveillance, and relationships. Black Bag is a sexy, razor-sharp spy thriller where Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett play elite MI6 agents—and longtime spouses—caught in a web of secrets, betrayals, and two unforgettable dinner parties. Meanwhile, Presence is a meticulously crafted, first-person ghost story that strips the haunted house genre down to its bones, using surveillance-like filmmaking to expose the fractures in a grieving family. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 Bong Joon Ho's 'Mickey 17' is a Messy Misfire (but Robert Pattinson had fun!) 1:00:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey dive into Mickey 17 , Bong Joon-ho’s most ambitious but messiest film yet—a sci-fi satire packed with class commentary, genre chaos, and existential dread, but also plagued by tonal inconsistency, underdeveloped themes, and what maybe feels like studio interference. We break down the good (Robert Pattinson’s delightfully weird dual performance, the darkly hilarious death montage, and some great satire on labor exploitation), the bad (a scattered third act, underbaked supporting characters like Naomi Ackie’s Nasha and Steven Yeun’s Timo, and an underwhelming visual style), and the frustrating (a possible scrapped twist about Mark Ruffalo’s character, weird pacing issues, and the sense that Warner Bros. meddled with the final cut). Plus, we discuss why the Hunger Games -style YA dystopian vibe isn’t necessarily a bad thing, and how ironic it is that people are mad a movie about corporate exploitation lost a corporate giant millions of dollars. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 2025 Oscars: 'Anora,' 'I'm Still Here,' and 'No Other Land' ... MOVIES! 1:45:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey dive deep into the biggest moments of the 2025 Oscars—starting with Anora’s massive night, where Sean Baker dominated with his four wins. We break down why No Other Land’s Best Documentary Feature win was one of the most politically powerful moments of the night along with I’m Still Here . We also discuss the Mikey Madison vs. Demi Moore and Fernanda Torres debate—a win that highlights the Academy’s gendered bias. As well as the other race, the Timothée Chalamet loss and the Adrien Brody speech (!?). The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan's 'Creed' | Patreon #50! 18:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHappy 50 Patreon episodes! Kelsi and Trey explore Ryan Coogler's Creed as both a continuation and reclamation of the Rocky franchise, centering Michael B. Jordan’s Adonis Creed in a narrative that reclaims Philly, the Creed name, and boxing from the Rocky IP. We discuss Coogler's masterful balancing act of making an exciting sports drama, while also interrogating/honoring the Rocky mythos. We also talk Coogler and MBJ's careers as filmmakers, and what their newest film Sinners could look like! The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 Recasting the Ocean's Franchise! PLUS 'Ocean's Eleven' 8:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey finish their Steven Soderbergh and Julia Roberts series off with one of the great heist/comedies of the 21st century in Ocean's Eleven. We discuss Soderbergh's incredibly style, the ensemble, recasting ideas for a future sequel/reboot, and the three leads in George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Matt Damon. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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1 The 30 Most Anticipated Movies of 2025 2:45:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKelsi and Trey discuss their 30 most anticipated films of 2025! From franchises like Jurassic World: Rebirth , Superman , and The Fantastic Four to auteur-driven projects from Paul Thomas Anderson, Ari Aster, Bong Joon-ho, and Luca Guadagnino, this year has the ultimate crossover of movie fandom. The Extra Credits YouTube Channel Become a member of The Extra Credits+ on Patreon here How to link Patreon to Spotify and Apple Letterboxd: The Extra Credits TikTok: The Extra Credits Reddit: r/TheExtraCredits Instagram: @theextracredits Twitter: @theextracredits Send requests, questions, and thoughts to our email: extracreditspod@gmail.com…
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