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Star Wars changed everything about SciFi at the movies. Thomas Sanjurjo, David Handlos, and Dom Bettinelli look at the distinct eras and genres of science fiction movies from the 1950s to 1977 and then the non-space-opera SciFi afterward.

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Christopher Nolan’s 2014 film Interstellar presents a vision of a future where humanity struggles to survive. Dom Bettinelli, Jack Baruzzini, and Mike Creavey discuss the themes of fatherhood; a materialist view of love; and the morality of fighting off extinction at all costs.

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The original Blade Runner is a beloved blend of cyberpunk and noir detective story. Thomas Sanjurjo, Jack Baruzzini, and Thomas Salerno delve deep into this groundbreaking film, its themes of life and death and hope and despair, and the several versions released over the years.

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Swing into one of the biggest MCU hits with Fr. Andrew, Andrew H., Mike, and Thomas for a huge discussion about Spider-Man: No Way Home, including how incredibly fun it is and honors all the many characters it brings in, both villains and heroes, but also gives a deep message about heroism, brotherhood, redemption, and sacrifice, making those themes a crucial part of Peter Parker’s MCU origin story and sets him up for what comes next.

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Lost Skeleton is a lovingly crafted homage to the old sci-fi B movies of the 50s, and Dom Bettinelli, Jimmy Akin, and David Handlos have a blast discussing the hilarious script full of quotable lines, the nods to old-style filmmaking, and just how much fun this film will be for the whole family.

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Hawkeye seemed like an unlikely candidate for his own series, but as Dom Bettinelli, Mike Denz, and David Handlos discuss, the fun Christmas-set series gave us the next generation of Hawkeye and Black Widow; brought back the best part of the Netflix Marvel series; and showed us what a good dad Clint is.

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As Amazon’s adaption of Robert Jordan’s epic series debuts, Dom Bettinelli, Shelly Kelley, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Cory Sticha discuss how it varies and stays true to the books; where the philosophies present in the story draw from both Eastern and Western spirituality; and spoiler-free thoughts on where it will go from here.

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What makes this 2003 Oscar-winner such a good movie? Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss the story’s uncomplicated approach to this tale of the Age of Sail that doesn’t impose modern sensibilities and that showcases the heroic virtues, but also the moral failings of these men of the sea.

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Christmas TV specials include animated stories, variety shows, and Christmas episodes of regular shows, and Dom, Joanne, Mike, and Thomas discuss their favorites, including both the well-known and obscure and have a lot of Christmas joy while doing it.

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Die Hard is a Christmas movie! Dom Bettinelli, Mike Denz, Thomas Sanjurjo, and David Handlos settle that question quick and then discuss how this was also the birth of the modern comedy action movie featuring a tough but brekable action hero.

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At last, the new Dune movie is out and Thomas Sanjurjo and Jack Baruzzini are here to discuss it, including how it measures up to previous screen adaptations, their favorite moments and themes, and what they expect in the future.

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The possibilities are endless, as Andrew Hermiz and Mike Denz consider the Marvel series What If?, including what its wider ramifications for the rest of the MCU will be, plus their own “what if?” scenarios that they’d like to see.

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The Marvel series Loki reimagines the Asgard god of mischief and Thomas Sanjurjo, Andrew Hermiz, and David Handlos discuss how the series brings up questions of identity and free will and the choices we make between good and evil.

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As fans await the long-delayed Dune movie, Thomas Sanjurjo, Jack Baruzzini, and Andrew Hermiz continue their Dune series by discussing the book that started it all, its grand scope and worldview, and the movies it inspired.

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The Patriot is one of the only films set in the War of Independence. Dom Bettinelli, Fr. Chip Hines, and Mike Denz ask why that might be; discuss what they enjoy about the movie; discuss its historical innacuracies; and examine the themes of faith, family, loyalty, and patriotism.

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Braveheart launched Mel Gibson’s career as a serious director; was one of the first epic, bloody battle movies; and ignited a serious push for Scottish independence. Dom Bettinelli, Mike Denz, and Andrew Hermiz discuss the Oscar winner and why it remains a classic.

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The next step in the evolution of the MCU? Thomas Sanjurjo, Andrew Hermiz, and Mike Denz discuss the latest Disney+ streaming series from the Marvel Universe, including how it deals sensitively with hot button issues and what it portends for the next phase of Marvel stories.

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The release of the Snyder cut of Justice League was a virtually unprecedented cinema event where a director was able to completely remake his film through editing. Dom Bettinelli, Andrew Hermiz and Fr. Chip Hines discuss where the original and re-cut movies differ, what’s improved, and where DCEU goes from here.

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WandaVision is a huge hit and Andrew Hermiz, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, and Mike Denz discuss why and how Wanda is a broken hero struggling to cope with grief in a way that she realizes is hurting those around her. But it is her hope in the end that ultimately satisfies.

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The Coen Brothers made an homage to old Hollywood in Hail Caesar! Dom Bettinelli, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jack Baruzzini discuss the story of a good man, a father figure, trying to do a thankless job in a system full of make-believe, selfish agendas, and bad behavior.