Category: Good Solid Movie

The Devil Wears Prada 2 “Review”

Release date: May 1, 2026 (USA)

Director: David Frankel

Story by: Lauren Weisberger

Distributed by: 20th Century Studios

The gangs back together after a 20-year gap – Have they still got the magic? Let’s discuss!

Loved the throwback jokes and references to the original. Checked who wrote the first story compared to sequel. It’s the same person!. But I really didn’t care about the story in this one sadly. Having just watched the original again last week in preparation it’s not as strong for me personally.

The movie felt darker in tone with less bright colors. Which is odd since the poster is fully white, making the characters pop. Moments shone through with the music and all, which I loved the feel of connecting with the first title, but again, from my last “Review,” I was in and out of sleep for 25 minutes in the middle. AC Kicked on and got SUPER COLD, which is why I need a blanket going forth, haha :D.

That being said, without going into spoilers for a major moment that felt off. Some major character reintroductions played off poorly, written in a way that maybe tried to re-create the original but didn’t come through well, and felt completely odd after watching how the first title left the story and character dynamic off.

Having just finished watching the ENTIRE Office Fan Edition – Loved! Seeing B. J. Novak being himself in this movie. I think I missed some key moments of his, which I’ll catch again sometime down the road if another sequel is made in 20 years. But otherwise, I’m good with a 1-watch.

Popped score of a 7/10

Love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. Should I re-watch this movie? Or just wait for streaming to catch the scenes I may have missed. Either way, appreciate you coming by Popped for your movie “Reviews”.

I’m really hopeful Mortal Kombat 2 can succeed from the stage setup from the first title. With Street Fighter coming out in a few months. That trailer was insane! I’m super pumped and excited from seeing that as it feels like they captured the game energy. So fingers crossed MK2 gets it right with the epic music and cool action.

Until next time though fellow movie-goers, happy movie-going 😀

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Hokum “Review”

Release date: May 1, 2026 (USA)

Director: Damian Mc Carthy

Running time: 1h 41m

Screenplay: Damian Mc Carthy

Language: English

Producers: Derek Dauchy, Roy Lee, Mairtín de Barra, Steven Schneider, Ruth Treacy, Julianne Forde

I’ve learnt from this weeks batch of movies that I need a blanket & to sleep better haha…..

This one gets interesting without dabbling in spoilers, so let’s paint a scene, and I would love to hear your thoughts on Hokum.

Adam Scott plays Ohm Bauman, a novelist that retreats to a remote inn to scatter his parents ashes. (I was in and out of sleep for the first portion but believe this was a dear place of his parents which is why the inn.)

From the start we see Ohm being haunted by someone and as this visual and the story intensifies we get a lot of haunting imagery being displayed. These moments were and are what’s making me want to revisit this feature again in a more awaken state :D. The combination of dark tones on a paranormal and Psychological level are great discussion points that I loved my wife breaking down on the way home.

There’s a lot of layers here which I can see why it came out with a strong 92% (Now sits at 86%). Sadly I was a little sleepy, so the long stretches for the first half had me in and out of sleep. For the second half when my wife jumped at a scene that had me locked in for the remainder of the film.

For now, I’m going with a Popped score of 7.5. Possibly could get to an 8 as I’m wanting to re-watch it once more. That’s why I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below :D. What did you think of Hokum?

Stick around for the next movie “Review” – Devils Wear Prada 2.

Appreciate you coming by Popped for your movie “Reviews”. Next week we have Sheep Detective & Mortal Kombat 2 😀 very excited for those. Followed by Obsession, Mandalorian & Backrooms. for the month of May. With some extra sprinkles of goodness I’m sure along the way 😀

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Normal “Review”

Release dateApril 17, 2026 (USA)

DirectorBen Wheatley

ProducersBob Odenkirk, Derek Kolstad, Marc Provissiero

Story byBob Odenkirk, Derek Kolstad

ScreenplayDerek Kolstad

Running time1h 30m

Well this is a normal movie :p Let’s discuss!

Bob Odenkirk is back with another action-type movie similar to that of Nobody, this time playing a Sheriff during an 8-week interim period for the county of Normal. A regular, normal town that he aims to leave in the same state that he arrived in. This small town is based in Minnesota, and as the movie opens and the poster states…. this small town has a big secret about it.

Personally, I prefer the style of Nobody 1, but I can see this being another good 1 time watch at the movies. Personally, being a weak 7 or dipping possibly into 6.5/10. It’s a one-time watch, but not bad at all. Sadly, the shortcomings for me personally came from the execution of creating a normal town so well that when things started to occur, it felt off for this world that had been created.

Hot Fuzz comes to mind, thinking along the lines of style change-ups for examples that I refer to. Hot Fuzz feels in the right place compared to this attempt.

That’s just my thoughts after watching Normal. Love to hear from yourselves after checking normal out.

Thanks for coming to Popped for your movie “Reviews”. Still to come in April is Michael, before we jump into May with back-to-back big releases from Devil Wears Prada 2, Mortal Kombat 2 & Mandalorian, with possible hidden easter eggs throughout. What’s the May movie you’re most looking forward to? Checking out Michael? Love to hear in the comments below.

Until next batch though, happy movie-going fellow movie-goers 😀

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You, Me & Tuscany “Review”

Release dateApril 10, 2026 (USA)

DirectorKat Coiro

ProducersWill Packer, Johanna Byer

GenresRomance, Comedy

MPAA ratingPG-13

Running time1h 45m

This movie was super cute, and a much-needed feel-good experience after the last 2 – Let’s discuss!

Yes, the start of the movie is very much like this: here’s everything you need to get to the destination. However, looking past that. The experience was totally earned by the feel-good, happy nature of this 1-hour and 45-minute journey.

Halle Bailey plays our main character Anna. Living the lives of others and never of her own. Dropping out of culinary school after her mothers passing she’s never gotten back to her goal. What she does have though is an unused ticket to Tuscany she had purchased for her mother.

Meeting Matteo (Played by Lorenzo de Moor) in her friend’s hotel bar. The ingredients are set to where in Tuscany to travel to. Marriage! Whaat! Yes, Anna finds herself in a situation that reveals to Matteo’s family that they’re getting married. From there, enjoy this fun journey with love, romance, comedy, and a full cast of characters I’d be happy watching again.

Some shout-outs are to the cab driver, Lorenzo (Played by Marco Calvani). The use of Anna’s friend Claire (Played by Aziza Scott) was very funny, and I loved their dynamic humor. Michael (Played by Rege-Jean Page), among many more, but lastly to Mrs. Dunn ( Played by Nia Vardalos), she was a total hoot! :D.

A solid 7 good movie. I’m placing a Popped score of 7.5/10 as I wouldn’t be made to watch this again if someone asked.

Thank you all for coming by Popped for this weeks batch of movie “Reviews”. I possibly may watch ChaO tomorrow before work but we shall see if time permits. Had a late night last night and back in tonight tonight so hopefully off on time to rest :D.

Until next time, fellow movie-goers – Happy Movie-Going! 😀

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*Content Warning* Faces of Death “Review” *Content Warning*

Release date: April 10, 2026 (USA)

Director: Daniel Goldhaber

Producers: Greg Gilreath, Susan Montford, Adam Hendricks, Don Murphy, John Burrud

Distributed by: Independent Film Company

WOW – First Content Warning for Popped “Reviews” – Should warn people what’s to be discussed!

I went in blind, and wow, I wish I knew a little more….. but would that have changed my experience?

Before we dive in, this is the most R-rated movie I’ve seen in a VERY long time. It’s a shudder movie – If your stomach can handle extreme R-rated content adjacent to a snuff film, then stream it. Having this experience in a movie theatre was something totally different.

The types of content being shown aren’t held back. It’s not sheltered, it won’t hold punches back. You’re going to get very up close and personal with death. Do you enjoy this as entertainment, a laugh, or a light watch. Or the other spectrum of finding this deranged, messed up or an uncomfortable (Yet still a good watch). This will create a unique viewing experience for all. (Not to say I recommend this in the theatre. But I want all to know this content that will be displayed prior to going into a crowded theatre).

Just looking up the title I found out that this movie actually does exist from the movie being remastered in the film. Like holy shit! There’s even a freaking sequel to the 1978 movie released in 1981. For those around still then you’re truly brave. This film sits below A Serbian Film but just by literally saying that gives you context on WHY there’s a content warning on this “Review”.

This is all to say that Dacre Montgomery most recently known by myself from Stranger Things and Dead Man’s Wire. Did a solid job in his role and totally worth seeing this movie for his performance. (Remember I’m speaking to those that are prepared and know what there getting into here).

Not sure how else to warn you than to check this out on Shudder or brace yourself for a 7/10 solid 1 time watch that may or may or not sit with you after the film lets out. How deep does the rabbit hole go? I don’t want to blooming well know haha.

With that said brave movie-goers. I’ll be back tomorrow with something a little different. Lighter, but still horror – Exit 8 :D. Now to watch an animated show and get back to the light 😛 haha.

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The Drama “Review”

Release dateApril 3, 2026 (USA)

DirectorKristoffer Borgli

ProducersAri Aster, Lars Knudsen, Tyler Campellone

ScreenplayKristoffer Borgli

Running time1h 46m

MPAA ratingR

Didn’t pay attention to the trailer. Enjoy both Zendaya & Pattinson, so had to check it out – Let’s Discuss!

Heard nothing but negative things about this movie. Possibly why my expectations going in were curious, which had me coming out actually liking it. I call it a morality play? Explanation – There’s heavy subject matter, especially in today’s current climate within America. Where do you stand or find yourself when met with The Drama’s scenario?

No spoilers here despite sitting on this “review” over the weekend/week. The performances for the actors I actually really enjoyed. I was behind the characters and empathized with the turning points, where I could understand where certain decisions and mindsets had developed from. Isn’t the point of “The Drama” to stir the pot and have a divide? Maybe the movie was too meta and created its own Drama?

Regardless, I thought it was a solid watch where I could watch it again, either with some time apart or for someone interested in checking it out. From us here at Popped, The Drama gets a 7.5/10 Good Solid Movie. 😀 – Again, no spoilers but a little tea for those curious themselves.

Zendaya & Pattinson are a week away from their wedding. A group setting leads to hard truths being revealed among friends. Creating some hard lines in the sand that cause great tension and…. The Drama :D.

Thanks for coming to Popped for your movie “Reviews”. Stay tuned tonight for an unexpected “Review” – Faces of Death :O. As we dive into the early access to a movie I have no idea what it’s about other than the name and poster!

Tomorrow I’ll be back with Exit 8 and possibly over the weekend – You, Me & Tuscany….mebi!

Until next time though fellow movie-goers, Happy movie-going!

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The Pout-Pout Fish “Review”

Release dateMarch 15, 2026 (USA)

DirectorsRicard Cussó, Rio Harrington

Running time1h 31m

MPAA ratingPG

ProducersKristen Souvlis, Nadine Bates, Madeira Ginley, Cyma Zarghami

Story byDeborah Diesen

This was a cute movie – No Goat/Hoppers but something that offers many lessons to little ones.

There were so many characters packed into this movie, which was a delight. Sadly, I didn’t care for the annoying Sea dragon Pip. But she did offer a lot of lessons for our main Mr. Fish, the Pout Pout Fish.

Personal shout out faves were the Star Fish organization and Cuttle Fish storylines. Had me laughing allowed for those scenes. Storyline – Our two main characters are looking to make a wish to save their homes by searching for the (Whisper) Shimmer (Whisper).

Along their journey to find the … (Whisper) Shimmer (Whisper), they create friendships with many of the other sea inhabitants. It has the ingredients for a 7.5 but I’m giving the Pout Pout Fish a good one time watch of a 7/10. Watch it with your lil ones and unpack the lessons throughout the film after the ending wraps.

Don’t forget to stick around for a mid credit scene prior to the crawl. That was a funny scene worth checking out :D.

Week and a half away from Mario everyone so let’s get to watching all the movies prior to April now :D. Still to come next week is. They Will Kill You. Which I’m very excited for.

Thanks for coming to Popped for your movie “Reviews”.

Until next batch though, Happy movie-going fellow movie-goers 😀

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Undertone “Review”

Release dateMarch 13, 2026 (USA)

DirectorIan Tuason

LanguageEnglish

Running time1h 33m

MPAA ratingR

Budget500,000 USD

Got to love small budget horror movies – The creativity can far surpass that of a big budget production

Despite advertising as the scariest movie ever heard. The visuals add a lot to this film in creating an unsettling horror experience. Let it cook is literally this movie summed up. You may want your ice cream before it melts, but you may have filled up on your cake before getting to it 😉 :D.

What’s the setting of Undertone? Well, it’s the name of the podcast being hosted by two individuals. You’ll be following the story through one of the hosts who is taking care of their dying mother. Speaking of visuals – Some of the freakish scenes were with her mother. No spoilers here, but your eyes will either be playing tricks on you, or the complete subtlety of the visual settings and scenes is so well done that something is in the background while you’re experiencing the audio messages playing.

Messages? The podcast Undertone is recording its latest episode with 10 audio clips sent in from an anonymous sender. Diving into these clips is where the scares truly begin as the narrative unfolds. Good Luck, Have Fun & Don’t look away as you may have experiences playing tricks on you like a few of us did attending the early showing at midnight! Multiple people saw things that didn’t happen, and a lot of visual settings and an uncomfortable atmosphere were felt. Make of that as you will, but have fun 😀 Happy Horror watching. The closest experience is probably watching Paranormal Activity for the first time.

Planning to check out Undertone this weekend? Love to hear from you in the comments below. From me here at Popped – Undertone is getting a very good watch score of 7.5. That ending cost a potential 8, but it’s worth checking out in theatres. Especially for those with great speakers. Watching this at 3am is a must for those watching at Home streaming.

Thank you all for coming by Popped for your movie “Reviews”. Next posting will be for the Oscars as they broadcast this coming Sunday the 15th. Good luck to all those that participate in voting and happy viewing for those tuning in to see who wins best picture of the year. I’ll be live updating during the broadcast for all to follow along.

Until then though, happy movie going fellow movie-goers! 😀

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Cold Storage “Review”

Release date: February 13, 2026 (USA)

Director: Jonny Campbell

Screenplay: David Koepp

Producers: David Koepp, Gavin Polone

Running time: 1h 39m

Distributed by: StudioCanal, Samuel Goldwyn Films, Imagem Filmes

Liam Neeson’s Naked Gun Energy, meets Zombieland – Good times await with Cold Storage!

The naked gun of horror I wrote down as first thoughts :P. Bringing random fun to this film that entertains zombie film enjoyers along with those looking for something a little alien and supernatural.

Liam Neeson (Playing Robert Quinn) seals and contains an extremely deadly alien substance that communicates with it’s host to kill themselves, infect others and explodes the hosts core from deep within! 😉 Enjoy that visual :D.

We have Joe Keery from recent huge franchise “Stranger Things” working at a self-storage company along with his co-worker Naomi Williams (Played by Georgina Campbell). The thing about this storage company…. the virus was contained within here many years prior, before the place shut down and land sold to the general public after government abandoned it.

Can the three save humanity from this virus getting loose and affecting the planet :O? You’ll have to check it out and find out. I had a solid good time with this one getting a Popped score of 7.5/10. Good campy fun horror. Doesn’t take itself serious, sit back with some popcorn and have a gory good time.

With that fellow movie-goers is the finale of this weeks batch of 4. I’m all caught up with Critical Role so with 30 minutes to go before the next episode goes live. It’s a time to make some dinner and settle in :D.

Thanks for coming by Popped everyone. Greatly appreciate you all and look forward to seeing you all. Next Time 😀

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Crime 101 “Review”

Release date: February 13, 2026 (USA)

Director: Bart Layton

Producers: Chris Hemsworth, Bart Layton, Dimitri Doganis · See more

MPAA rating: R

Running time: 2h 20m

Distributed by: Amazon MGM Studios, Sony Pictures Releasing International

I have my office back! Let’s catch up on last weekends batch of “Reviews”.

To “Rapid Fire” this batch of “reviews” to catch up :D.

Chris Hemsworth (Playing Mike Davis) a master thief, with Halle Berry’s character (Sharon Combs) an insurance broker, join forces for a big heist. Meanwhile Mark Ruffalo plays a detective, that’s pursuing the criminal that’s committed non violent heists all along the 101 freeway in California, in attempts to prevent a multi-million dollar crime! Non violent being the key to our other character Ormon (Played by Barry Keoghan).

Quick notes: – Crime 101 was a fine movie. Keeping me entertained but felt extremely long. It’s a worthy watch but don’t go in tired haha. I had to lock in to keep awake. Everyone does a good job. Has some nice action and interesting cinematography as the voice over plays throughout various scenes.

Has some good elements to be a Popcorn Heist/Detective movie. Just sadly slow and rather long. A weak 7 or 6.5 for me personally here at Popped :D.

It’s been a minute since GOAT but I’ve finally returned to the office to type up this recent batch of “reviews”. March 1st is approaching which I’m excited for RT to open up applications :D. Oscars are coming on the 15th. It’s time to lock in and catch up. Even if the salt to the wound of animation nominees is still feeling rather fresh.

See you for the next “Review” with my first 9 :O of 2026 😉 see you there :D.

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