Host McNeill Mullikin is joined by returning guest, Michael Kline, to dissect the cinematic rebound of 2021—a year that saw theaters begin their slow comeback after the pandemic’s impact. This episode of 25 Cent Film features underrated horror gems, emotionally charged musical dramas, diverse sci-fi spectacles and more. McNeill and Michael share their takes on the highs and lows of this transitional year, diving deep into the films that defined 2021’s return to the big screen. It might just be a better year than you remember!
Timestamps:
00:00 — Intro
00:30 — Theme Song
01:00 — Greetings
01:41 — General Thoughts on 2021
03:41 — Oscars Coverage
13:06 — Box Office / Popularity Coverage
13:58 — Michael’s Honorable Mentions
15:32 — McNeill’s Honorable Mentions
18:27 — THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH
23:46 — Ad Break — How to Break a World Record
24:41 — DON'T LOOK UP
35:26 — FEAR STREET TRILOGY
40:29 — THE LAST DUEL
48:09 — LUCA
55:28 — TICK, TICK...BOOM!
1:02:37 — CODA
1:10:47 — DUNE
1:19:32 — Ad Break — 25 Cent Film Instagram
1:20:18 — CANDYMAN
1:27:09 — Remaining Popular 2021 Films
1:29:24 — Final Remarks
1:3025 — Outro
1:30:47 — Theme Song
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Fair Use Disclaimer: As we embark on this cinematic journey, it's important to note that the discussions and clips shared in this podcast fall under the umbrella of fair use. We aim to provide commentary, analysis, and a nostalgic trip down memory lane. All copyrights belong to their respective owners.
