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Vecna wants 12 children to remake reality—but at what cost? Jeff Haecker and Rob Leonardi break down Will’s powers, Eleven’s training, military secrets, and the spiritual battle at the heart of Stranger Things, Season 5, Part 1.
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A striking take on Frankenstein asks: who’s the real monster? Jeff Haecker, Hannah Grace Murray, and Patrick Mason unpack grief, parenthood, moral limits, and how Guillermo del Toro’s visuals restore the Creature’s humanity.
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What happens when a war hero finally comes home—and finds rot everywhere? Alix Murray, Jeff Haecker, and Thomas Salerno debate trauma, kingship, Penelope’s choices, and the epic story of Odysseus.
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Is 2001 a masterpiece or an endurance test? Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, Robert King, and Jeff Haecker tackle HAL’s AI warning, human violence, alien intelligence, and that unforgettable ending. Does progress save us—or undo us?
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What if Christmas depends on belief itself? Dom Bettinelli, Patrick Mason, and Shelly Kelly examine Miracle on 34th Street—asking whether faith can survive cynicism, if “common sense” blocks wonder, and why hope still matters in a commercial world.
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Faith, guilt, and redemption clash in Wake Up Dead Man. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Thomas Sanjurjo unpack this unique Knives Out mystery, spotlighting its rare, authentic depiction of priesthood and powerful Catholic themes.
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How does a felt frog teach us about redemption? Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason reflect on The Muppet Christmas Carol, unpacking its spiritual depth, musical soul, and surprising emotional weight beneath the whimsy.
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Is Disney+’s Percy Jackson faithful to the books—or rewriting prophecy? Jeff Haecker and Rob Leonardi break down Season 1, from mythological accuracy to character arcs and surprising betrayals. What should Season 2 get right?
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Advent begins. Help StarQuest bring faith and reason to the world. Become a $10/month patron (or increase your current donation by $10 per month) and be among the first 400 donors to receive a Mysterious World sticker signed by Jimmy and Dom. Your gift is matched up to $15,000.
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What if Galactus wanted your baby? Jeff Haecker, Rob Leonardi, and Patrick Mason dissect Fantastic Four: First Steps—a pro-life Marvel film with retro style, strong family themes, and a shocking post-credit twist: Is Dr. Doom Tony Stark?
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Is love just control in disguise? Season 3 of Foundation raises the stakes with shocking betrayals, the fall of empire, and a chilling twist on Asimov’s Mule. Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason question what truly drives humanity.
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What if shame gave demons power? The panel dissects K-Pop Demon Hunters, from Korean folklore to spiritual warfare and idol culture. Patrick Mason, Angela Sealana, Maria Johnson, and Isabella Bettinelli uncover what’s beneath the glam.
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Superman’s humanity takes center stage in James Gunn’s debut DCU film. Rob Leonardi, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason dissect the politics, pacing, and punch of this reboot, asking: Can Superman be too human?
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Is Lady Eboshi the villain—or a visionary? The Ghibli Gang unpacks Princess Mononoke’s moral complexity, historical roots, and haunting beauty. With Pat Mason, Victor Lams, Jeff Haecker & Thomas Salerno.
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A rollicking look at The Blues Brothers: faith-fueled purpose, gospel epiphany, and R&B royalty power the chaos. With Jeff Haecker, Kathryn Laffrey, and Victor Lams. Is slapstick a vessel for grace?
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Mortality, dignity, and the end of the Old West—was John Wayne’s farewell his boldest statement? Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Thomas Salerno unpack faith, fame, and that unforgettable final shot.
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Is Totoro really about courage, faith, and family? Bold claim: no villain, still gripping. Patrick Mason, Victor Lams, and Jeff Haecker debate Catbus magic, Shinto notes, and dub vs. sub.
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Is Marvel finally back to form? Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Rob Leonardi unpack Thunderbolts: redemption arcs, mental health, Valentina’s dangerous schemes, and a shocking Fantastic Four tease.
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Is Amadeus really about Mozart—or Satan’s fall from grace? Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray break down genius, envy, and divine music in the 1984 film. A chilling study of pride and the sacred.
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Power corrupts, but who decides justice? The clash between Daredevil and Fisk ignites again as Season 1 of Born Again asks: can heroes work within a broken system? Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Rob Leonardi dissect every twist.
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