We Have to Blow Up the Oscars and Start Again

We Have to Blow Up the Oscars and Start Again

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The Diane Keaton Hall of Fame

Sean and Amanda open the show by briefly discussing the disappointing opening weekend box office performance of ‘Minions & Monsters.’ Then, they honor legendary actor Diane Keaton by celebrating what made her such a special star, and they build her Hall of Fame, selecting their f ...  Show more

The 2026 Movie Auction Returns!

We’re back with the second part of our 2026 Movie Auction! Chris Ryan returns to look back at the results from the first auction (thus far), and then Chris, Sean, and Amanda bid against one another for some of their most anticipated movies coming out during the second half of the ...  Show more

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