Now Showing - Ghost in the Shell (2017)

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing, the podcast where I take a single film and review it without all the other bells and whistles of our normal show. For this episode I review the big budget Hollywood live action remake of the classic anime Ghost in the Shell. Is all the controversy surrounding the whitewashed casting deserved? Does it taint the legacy of the 1995 original or does it do it justice? Join me as I give you know my thoughts on the new film.

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Now Showing - Logan

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing, the podcast where I take a single film and review it without all the other bells and whistles of our normal show. For this episode I review the new X-Men (but not really) movie Logan. Is it the best superhero movie ever made? Is it the best movie ever made? Join me as I contemplate where exactly this swan song for Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart falls in the pantheon of superhero movies.

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Now Showing - John Wick: Chapter 2

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing, the podcast where I take a single film and review it without all the other bells and whistles of our normal show. For this episode I review the latest Keanu Reeves action fest John Wick: Chapter 2 and if you saw the first chapter you most likely know what to expect. Join me as I give you my unfiltered and unbiased opinion on what is easily one of the best action movies released in a very long time.

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Now Showing - Rogue One

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing! For this episode I review the Star Wars spin-off story Rogue One. Join me as I go over what a monumental shift in the Star Wars feature film franchise this is and how it impacts not only the film directly after it but the entirety of the Star Wars galaxy as whole. As usual there is a non-spoiler section before delving headfirst into spoiler territory and then I wrap it all up with a few quick words on those reshoots and how they tie in to the final film edit.

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Now Showing - Arrival

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing! For this episode I review the new Amy Adams sci-fi flick Arrival. Join me as I give my spoiler-free impressions of the film before diving headfirst into the deep spoiler territory where I give detailed thoughts on the film overall.

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Now Showing - Doctor Strange

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing! For this episode we learn the mystic arts as we review the latest entry into Marvel's cinematic universe, Doctor Strange. As usual we start out with a spoiler free discussion and then lead into full on spoiler territory where we proceed to divulge all of the Sorcerer Supreme's darkest secrets in great detail.

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Now Showing - Star Trek Beyond

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing! For this episode we take flight with the third entry into the J.J. Abrams reboot franchise, Star Trek Beyond. While all the initial trailers and marketing for the film left quite the sour taste in our mouths, both Jake and myself came away pleasantly surprised with this new Trek. Although it isn't the Star Trek many long time fans were wishing for and there are still plenty of things to complain about (which we do quite a lot of), we believe both old and new fans alike should come away pleased. Be sure to hear what we had to say before heading out to where no one has gone before.

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Now Showing - Lights Out

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing! For this episode we take a look at the new fright flick Lights Out. Aside for the usual ramblings of yours truly, this time Mr. Jake Wicks joins in on the fun as we run you through all the good and some of the bad with this latest entry into the horror genre. While the film is racking up the ticket sales you might want to hear what we had to say before heading out into the night to see it. So join us as we go over what we feel is one of the better horror films released this year. And don't worry if you are afraid of the dark, we will make sure to leave the lights on for you.

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Now Showing - Ghostbusters (2016)

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing! For this episode we look at the film whose trailer has received a record number of negative votes and an even more confounding number of people willing to write it off before ever seeing it. That's right, it is time to review the new Ghostbusters film. While it certainly isn't as bad as those trailers made it out to be the new film from Bridesmaids director Paul Fieg does ultimately pale in comparison to the original. But if you are surprised by that then don't even bother with this review and go watch the original again then get back to me. Anyways, as usual you can find the podcast episode and subscription links after the break.

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Now Showing - "Independence Day: Resurgence"

Hello and welcome to another episode of Now Showing! For this episode I take on the monumental task of reviewing the new film and sequel to the 1996 mega blockbuster, Independence Day: Resurgence. Join me as I try to figure out my feelings towards a film that we all wished for 20 years ago and now have no idea if what we wished for is exactly what we wanted. Confused? Don't worry, it all makes (a little more) sense in my review. As per usual you can find the episode and links to the podcast after the break.

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Now Showing - "Captain America: Civil War"

For this episode of Now Showing we are looking at the latest blockbuster release from Marvel and Disney, Captain America: Civil War. With the film itself pulling out all the stops and bringing other superheroes in to join the good fight we to have recruited our very own comic book expert (although he prefers to be labeled more as an enthusiast) and lore master, Mr. James Blunt! While James had been a huge part of our previous and now defunct podcast this is his first venture with us on Bits and Flicks and as expected he knocks it out the park. Tune in and listen to use discuss all the ins and outs about what is being called the best superhero movie ever made. Listen to the latest episode and get all your subscription links after the break.

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Now Showing - Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Well, we are a bit late with this one but I think the wait was worth it. We had originally recorded this the day after The Force Awakens was released on dvd/blu-ray but some unforeseen circumstances have led to us posting it at this slightly later date. Regardless, I hope you are in the mood for a whole lot of Star Wars talk because that is exactly what you'll get with this new segment of our soon to be podcast empire entitled Now Showing. Normally this will be where you will come for recent theatrical releases where we will focus on one film only but considering we missed out on talking about this one when it was released last year we thought what the hell, why not. Listen to all the Star Wars goodness after the break.

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