Current movie reviews for not only theatrical releases but films released on Netflix, Amazon, other streaming services and video on demand.
Thu, April 17, 2025
Chicago area film critics, Chuck and Pam, review two new theatrical releases plus two more you don't want to miss: Wedding Banquet, The Ballad of Wallis Island, The Friend, and Bob Trevino Likes It
Fri, February 14, 2025
Film Critics Chuck and Pam review two new films opening in theaters today plus they discuss the Emilia Perez controversy.
Fri, January 24, 2025
Three new movies in theaters are reviewed this week along with our take on the Oscar noms!
Fri, January 17, 2025
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review two streaming options and one theatrical release in this week's podcast. Find out what's worth your time and get a few tips on new series streaming on Max and Apple TV+!
Fri, December 20, 2024
Babygirl, A Complete Unknown, The Fire Inside, and Nosferatu are all a part of this week's podcast to get you ready for the holiday weekend!
Thu, December 05, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review 4 new movies this week, all in theaters! Listen and find out what's worth your time and money!
Fri, November 22, 2024
Chuck and Pam, Chicago area film critics, review 6 new movies in theaters and streaming on this week's episode!
Thu, November 14, 2024
This week, Chuck and I review 6 movies! It's that time of year! Find out what's playing in theaters, what to take your kids to see, and so much more!
Thu, October 31, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review HERE and THE CONCLAVE both in theaters now!
Sat, October 19, 2024
Chicago area film critics, Chuck and Pam, review GOODRICH and WOMAN OF THE HOUR, plus you'll hear clips from 3 recent interviews including Rosie Perez and Judith Light for their new Apple TV+ series BEFORE!
Wed, October 16, 2024
Special Guest Denise Bowker chats about the Netflix documentary WILL & HARPER
Fri, September 27, 2024
Find out about 4 new movies opening in theaters and streaming this week! Plus, we play Stump Chuck again!
Thu, September 19, 2024
Find out about what's new to see in theaters and streaming this week!
Fri, August 30, 2024
Chicago film critics Chuck and Pam have you covered this week for movies coming out in theaters this weekend!
Thu, August 08, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell review two new films this week plus play a little catch up from last week!
Sun, June 30, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell share their thoughts about new movies hitting theaters and streaming as well as interviews with Kevin Costner for HORIZON and Dan Baird for A QUIET PLACE
Thu, June 13, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review 4 new films this week, in theaters. Find out what's weird, thoughtful, or downright brilliant in this week's podcast!
Wed, June 05, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell discuss "Hit Man" on Netflix this Friday, "Hard Miles" on VOD, and "The Dead Don't Hurt" now in theaters on this week's podcast.
Fri, May 10, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review two new movies; KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES and MOTHER OF THE BRIDE. Find out what's worth your money and more importantly, what's worth your time.
Thu, May 02, 2024
Find out about 3 new movies this week; 2 streaming and 1 in theaters!
Fri, March 29, 2024
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review two new films in theaters plus a few more gems not to miss!
Fri, March 08, 2024
4 new movies are reviewed on this week's podcast with Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell! Find out what's worth your time as Chuck and Pam disagree on every movie this week!
Fri, January 26, 2024
Pam of Reel Talk with Chuck and Pam interviews the writer and director Roxine Helberg about the making of her chilling new film "Cold Copy." Listen and find out more, then watch this smart film!
Wed, January 17, 2024
Find out what our Top 5 Films of 2023 are! Plus, learn about some of the background of each of the movies!
Tue, January 16, 2024
Find out what movies made our top 10 list and why in this two-part series. Part 1, Chuck and Pam share their 10-6 list and in Part 2, coming soon, will be 5-1 ranked movies! We've got gems of unique information to share about each film, too!
Fri, January 12, 2024
Chuck and Pam review the Netflix film SOCIETY OF THE SNOW and the musical MEAN GIRLS as well as a couple new streaming options this week! Find out this and be sure to tune in to the CW on Sunday at 6 pm CST to find out who the winners are at this year's Critics Choice Awards!
Sun, November 19, 2023
Chicago area film critics, Chuck and Pam, get caught up with two movies from last week and two films from this week! Plus, Chuck gives you his brutally honest opinion about an Apple TV+ streaming series...you won't believe what he has to say!
Fri, November 03, 2023
Chuck and Pam review movies to see and movies to skip on this week's episode!
Mon, October 23, 2023
Chicago Film Critics Chuck and Pam review Killers of the Flower Moon, Story Ave, The Burial, and share two interview clips from the Chicago International Film Festival with Emerald Fennell for Saltburn and Jeff Nichols for The Bikeriders! Enjoy!
Sun, October 08, 2023
So much to cover this week including the upcoming Chicago International Film Festival, Netflix's NYFF premiere of "Maestro," and reviews of "The Exorcist Believer" and "She Came To Me!" So good to be back!
Sat, September 16, 2023
Chuck and Pam review three new films this week! Find out more and what we have planned for next week.
Fri, September 08, 2023
What to see and what to skip in this week's episode with Chuck and Pam
Thu, August 24, 2023
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review STRAYS, ADULTS, JULES and a preview of Fall TV streaming options to look forward to!
Sat, August 05, 2023
Chuck and Pam review 5 new movies this week, opening in theaters and on your screen at home.
Fri, July 28, 2023
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review BARBIE, HAPPINESS FOR BEGINNERS, and THE DEEPEST BREATH in this week's podcast!
Fri, July 14, 2023
Chuck and Pam discuss the merits of MI7 as well as the indie film BIOSPHERE. And find out what we're bingeing on TV!
Fri, June 16, 2023
Chuck and Pam review two new films: THE FLASH and EXTRACTION. They also share which series they're currently streaming!
Fri, June 09, 2023
We've got you covered for this week's movies both streaming and in theaters. Find out what Chicago-area film critics Chuck and Pam have to say about the new Eva Longoria directed film FLAMIN' HOT, SPIDER-MAN, and the conclusion of TED LASSO!
Fri, May 19, 2023
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review three movies available in theaters or streaming. Find out if Jennifer Lopez attended the Liam Neeson School of Acting in this week's episode!
Fri, May 05, 2023
Film Critics Chuck and Pam share what tv series have hooked them and why in this week's podcast.
Fri, April 28, 2023
Chuck and Pam, Chicago area film critics, discuss the new movies "Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret," "Clock," and "Peter Pan & Wendy!" Plus get a glimpse of Pam's interview with the screenwriter and director for "Margaret!"
Fri, April 14, 2023
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam review three new movies plus give you their thoughts about TED LASSO and BEEF!
Fri, April 07, 2023
There's a theme with the new movies and that's the mid 1980's. Find out about TETRIS, AIR, MARIO BROS., and DUNGEON AND DRAGONS as Chuck and I discuss which ones are worth seeing!
Fri, March 03, 2023
Chuck and Pam DISAGREE on EVERYTHING this week! Find out more as they discuss CREED III, LINOLEUM, LITTLE WHITE LIE, and THE YEAR BETWEEN
Fri, February 24, 2023
Chuck and Pam interview the stars from OUTER BANKS (Netflix), HELLO TOMORROW and LIAISON, (both on Apple TV+), and EMILY (now in theaters)
Fri, February 17, 2023
Chuck and Pam chat about the newest superhero movie and the Apple TV+ film SHARPER starring Julianne Moore and Sebastian Stan!
Tue, January 24, 2023
Chuck and Pam discuss the 2023 Oscar Nominations!
Wed, January 11, 2023
This week, we've got a guest critic to join Chuck and Pam, Jeffrey York! We discuss the merits of "The Whale," "Matilda the Musical," and "The Pale Blue Eye."
Fri, December 30, 2022
Chuck and Pam reveal and discuss their top 5 films of 2022!
Tue, December 27, 2022
Chuck and Pam reveal their top 10-6 films of 2022 with their top five in the next podcast! Do they agree? Find out!
Fri, December 23, 2022
Chuck and Pam review two new theatrical releases; "Babylon" and "Puss In Boots: The Last Wish" Find out if either of these is worth braving the cold and snow (if you're in the Midwest) to see!
Wed, December 21, 2022
Chuck and Pam review two new films streaming from the comfort of your home this week; "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery" on Netflix 12/23, and "The Fabelmans" now available on demand.
Fri, December 16, 2022
Chuck and Pam chat about Amazon Prime's NANNY and have a clip from Pam's interview with the star, Anna Diop this week! Plus, they discuss what's happening with the awards groups, specifically their own...the Critics Choice Association and the Chicago Film Critics Association.
Fri, December 09, 2022
This week, we are in NYC for the Guillermo del Toro film PINOCCHIO! Just around the corner is Tiffany's so we're also reviewing SOMETHING FROM TIFFANY'S with a clip from our interview with the stars.
Fri, December 02, 2022
Chuck and Pam discuss three movies this week along with a clip from their interview with David Harbour from VIOLENT NIGHT!
Mon, November 28, 2022
Chuck and Pam discuss THE MENU, they disagree about BANSHEES, and surprisingly, Chuck didn't love THE WONDER with Florence Pugh. Find out why!
Fri, November 18, 2022
Chuck and Pam talk super hero movies, indie gems, and surprising movies all available to see in theaters or steaming!
Fri, October 28, 2022
Chicago area film critics Chuck and Pam talk with Jessica Chastain and Eddie Redmayne about their new Netflix film THE GOOD NURSE. They also review the movie as well as CALL JANE and MY POLICEMAN!
Sat, October 15, 2022
Chicago film critics Chuck and Pam review 2 new movies to stream plus a horror film not to be missed in theaters on this week's podcast.
Thu, September 29, 2022
Chuck and Pam have many new films to review this week! Find out about BLONDE, streaming on Netflix, BROS, coming to theaters, plus 2 hot Halloween movies and one riveting drama! SO MANY MOVIES! Find out what's worth your time and money!
Fri, September 23, 2022
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell dig deeply into the hoopla surrounding "Don't Worry Darling" as they actually review the film as well! Find out more in this week's podcast!
Fri, September 16, 2022
Film critics Chuck and Pam review 4 new films PLUS announce the winners of the spa bags, courtesy of Amazon Prime and the new film GOODNIGHT MOMMY!
Sat, August 27, 2022
Chuck and Pam review this week's releases plus a few notes on series streaming.
Fri, August 19, 2022
We've got 5 new movies to review and we don't pull any punches! Find out what to watch this week or, more likely, what to skip!
Fri, August 12, 2022
Film Critics Chuck and Pam delve into the brilliance of "Emily the Criminal" starring Aubry Plaza, the craziness of Netflix's "Day Shift" starring Jamie Foxx and Dave Franco, and so much more on this week's podcast!
Thu, August 04, 2022
This week, Chuck and Pam discuss the Brad Pitt film "Bullet Train," finding out if it derails for both of them, Jo Koy's "Easter Sunday" with a clip from their interview, and their issues with and accolades for Rebecca Hall's "Resurrection." PLUS, Chuck gives us his theory about what happened to Batgirl!
Fri, July 29, 2022
"Vengeance" and Hulu's "Not Okay" as well as "A Love Song" are on this week's movie podcast. Could Chuck and Pam agree? You'd think so, but of course, even when they agree, there's a level of disagreement!
Fri, July 15, 2022
Film critics Chuck and Pam review the theatrical release MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS (Pam has no heart), DON'T MAKE ME GO (streaming on Amazon Prime), the IFC Midnight film SHE WILL, Betsy West and Julie Cohen's newest documentary GABBY GIFFORDS WON'T BACK DOWN, and Winona Ryder's GONE IN THE NIGHT! Plus we've got TV recommendations!
Fri, July 08, 2022
Chuck and Pam discuss their polar opposite opinions about "Thor: Love and Thunder" as well as "The Forgiven" and "Phantom of the Open."
Wed, June 22, 2022
Find out about ELVIS playing in theaters this weekend, the Hulu movie GOOD LUCK TO YOU LEO GRANDE from the 2022 Sundance Film Festival starring Emma Thompson, and Bryan Cranston's Paramount TV movie JERRY AND MARGE GO LARGE
Fri, June 17, 2022
Chuck and Pam discuss this week's new movies!
Fri, June 10, 2022
The decision is an easy one for Chuck and Pam! Listen and find out their thoughts about the summer blockbuster JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION and the Netflix streaming option HUSTLE starring Adam Sandler.
Fri, May 27, 2022
Chuck and Pam discuss the merits and mirror images of the sequel TOP GUN: MAVERICK, the indie gem EMERGENCY, and a documentary A TASTE OF WHALE. Find out what Chuck and Pam are binge watching on TV, too.
Fri, May 06, 2022
Chuck and Pam review DOCTOR STRANGE as well as the indie charmer that will steal your heart THE DUKE. Find out about the new series UNDER THE BANNER OF HEAVEN now streaming on HULU, too!
Fri, April 29, 2022
On this week's podcast Chuck and Pam review MEMORY, THE SURVIVOR, and discuss both Neeson and Foster's career trajectory as well as all the great new series to stream at home! Think OZARK, BETTER CALL SAUL, and more!
Fri, April 22, 2022
Chuck and Pam discuss this year's Ebertfest in Champaign, IL as well as four new movies to see in theaters this week!
Fri, April 15, 2022
Chuck and Pam review Mark Wahlberg's new film "Father Stu," chat about Chuck's interview with Mr. Wahlberg, and discuss what's coming to Ebertfest this year!
Fri, April 08, 2022
Chuck and Pam review Jake Gyllenhaal's disaster "Ambulance" as well as Chris Pine's "All the Old Knives" and much more! Find out how they REALLY watched "Ambulance" complete with a sing-along!
Fri, April 01, 2022
Chicago Film Critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell discuss the latest info about The Slap as well as two new movies in theaters and the new series Julia, streaming on HBO Max!
Mon, March 28, 2022
Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell predict the winners before the big night and then reconvene to discuss what really happened! Listen to find out more!
Fri, March 11, 2022
Two new releases, Netflix’s THE ADAM PROJECT, and AFTER YANG now streaming on Showtime, are reviewed with quite colorful descriptions and Chuck and Pam discuss the upcoming Critics Choice Awards!
Fri, February 11, 2022
*R RATED Sorry...we got a little heated in our discussion about J Lo, Liam Neeson, and all things Oscar! Find out what's worth your time to watch in this week's episode!
Fri, January 21, 2022
There's not a lot opening in theaters this weekend for various reasons (which Chuck and Pam discuss) so they'll give you great streaming recommendations including series as well as films on major digital platforms!
Fri, January 14, 2022
Chicago film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell review a few of their favorite films of 2021 that flew under the radar!
Thu, December 23, 2021
Chicago Film Critics Chuck Koplinski & Pamela Powell give you the honest truth about new films by 3 industry icons, Paul Thomas Anderson, Adam McKay, and Joel Coen! Find out if you need the Cliff Notes (Spark Notes for you youngsters) for Macbeth and if licorice belongs on pizza!
Thu, December 16, 2021
Chicago film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell review three new releases this week! Find out if Pam can describe what's happening in this newest super hero flick and find out what happened with "Nightmare Alley" and "Swan Song."
Fri, December 10, 2021
Chicago-area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell give you their views about Adam McKay's new film DON'T LOOK UP, whether or not to skip the Netflix film UNFORGIVABLE, and how NOT to pronounce Joaquin Phoenix's entire name!
Fri, November 19, 2021
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell give you their honest take on 4 new films hitting theaters or streaming this week! Find out what is worth your time and money!
Fri, October 22, 2021
This week, Chuck and Pam discuss the merits and flaws of DUNE as well as introduce you to the writer and director Lissette Feliciano for her new film WOMEN IS LOSERS now on HBO Max!
Thu, October 14, 2021
Find out about the making of the new film "The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain" starring Frankie Faison as Pam talks with writer and director David Midell and actor/editor Enrico Natale.
Fri, June 25, 2021
Chicago-area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell share their candid views about "F9" as well as what's happening with limited series television this week! WARNING! Chuck drops a few f-bombs and multiple other "descriptors."
Fri, June 18, 2021
Chuck and Pam chat about TV series--Physical, Trying, Loki--and all the latest films in theaters and on-demand. Find out Chuck's REAL feelings about "The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard" and see if Luke Wilson can carry a period drama. Plus, a huge shout out to Jeffrey York, one of our favorite colleagues and caricature artists for his insight about Rose Byrne's new series "Physical," now streaming on Apple TV+ THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Fri, May 28, 2021
Film Critics Chuck and Pam give you the straight dope about three new releases--CRUELLA, releasing in theaters and on demand (for an extra $30); A QUIET PLACE, releasing in theaters only; and BLUE MIRACLE, streaming on Netflix at no extra charge!
Fri, May 14, 2021
Chicago film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell share their thoughts about THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD, SPIRAL, THE KILLING OF TWO LOVERS, PROFILE, and THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW, all in theaters or streaming on demand. Find out what's worth your time and money to see this week!
Fri, April 30, 2021
With more than nine movies coming out this weekend, Chuck and Pam steer you away from quite a few dogs, disagree on one, and find a gem on Netflix. Listen to find out what's worth your time and money in the world of movies!
Fri, April 23, 2021
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell discuss the Sundance film "Together Together" starring Ed Helms and Patti Harrison and the Netflix release "Stowaway" starring Toni Collette and Anna Kendrick as well as how NOT to bet on horse racing. Listen in as Pam nitpicks "Stowaway" which just irritates Chuck to no end! *Rated R this week for Chuck AND Pam's foul mouth.
Fri, March 26, 2021
Chuck and I get off on a few tangents spurred by the films releasing this week. From the theatrical release of NOBODY, starring Bob Odenkirk, to the Netflix release of BAD TRIP starring Erik Andre, Tiffany Haddish, and Lil Rel Howrey, and everything in between, Chuck and I steer you in the right direction of what to spend your time and money on! And hopefully we will make you laugh as much as we did!
Fri, March 12, 2021
Reviews of current films in theaters, new releases and a clip from Chuck's interview with Phil Dunster and Brett Goldstein from the hit series TED LASSO now streaming on Apple TV+
Fri, February 05, 2021
Chuck and Pam get into it as they heatedly discuss the new Netflix film "Malcolm & Marie" as well as a few they agree upon. No hard feelings, but men are from Mars and women are from Venus!
Sat, January 23, 2021
Chicago area film critics Chuck Koplinski and Pamela Powell discuss the two film gems releasing this week as well as the movies to skip on this week's episode.
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