In this episode, Andrew and Shane review several recent films, including Jurassic World Rebirth, Megan 2.0, and F1. They discuss their Top 5 Movies of the year so far, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each film. The conversation also touches on honorable mentions and the overall state of cinema in 2025, emphasizing the importance of original storytelling and entertainment value.

Keywords: Jurassic World, Megan 2.0, F1 Movie, Top Movies, Entertainment Review, Film Discussion, Movie Recommendations

Alphas Unite! This week, Andrew and Shane take on '28 Years Later', the latest in the long running zombie franchise directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland. Then, they take a look back on the 2025 TV year so far with their Top 5 shows at the midway point.

This week, Andrew and Shane cover the welcomed counter programming to the franchise remake/sequel/reboot summer blockbusters with their reviews of Wes Anderson's new adventure comedy 'The Phoenician Scheme', the latest Mike Flanagan adaptation of Stephen King 'The Life of Chuck, and Celine Song's Past Lives follow-up 'Materialists' starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal.

Andrew and Shane dive into 2 franchises trying to stay alive: The World of John Wick presents Ana De Armas in 'Ballerina' and Dan Trachtenberg adds another chapter to the Predator universe with 'Predator: Killer of Killers'.

Andrew asks Shane the big questions as they play 5 BURNING QUESTIONS tackling:

1.) Is Karate Kids: Legends the end of Karate Kid or the start of a new chapter?

2.) After Bring Her Back, should we start to include the Philippou Brothers when talking Best Modern Horror Directors?

3.) Is Friendship the best comedy film of the 2020s?

4.) After some reports of Thunderbolts losing money for Disney, can we stop this BS and just leave Thunderbolts alone?

5.) After The Last of Us Season 2 ended, what is your hypemeter score for Season 3?

Andrew and Shane say goodbye to Ethan Hunt and our IMF friends as they review 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' and update their MI Film Rankings. Then, Shane takes on Josh Hartnett in 'Fight or Flight' before they close with the most recent Fear Street film on Netflix.

Oh the horror! Andrew and Shane check in on the latest entries in the genre including a full examination of the appeal of the Final Destination franchise 14 years after the last film and over 20 years of creatively gory success. Also reviewed: Until Dawn and Clown in a Cornfield.

Thunderbolts brings the Emo into Marvel. Nic Cage brings the crazy (duh) to The Surfer. Another Simple Favor Asks For Too Much. Andrew and Shane break it all down in a power packed kickoff to Summer Movie Season!