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Scene Weekly

by Jonathan and Stephen

Visual Arts Film Reviews

Season 4

76. We Made Our Own Oscars… Here Are the Winners

This week on Scene Weekly, Jonathan and Stephen are handing out their own Oscars — and yes, things get a little weird. Looking back at the best films of the past year, the guys make their picks for the classic categories like Best Picture, Actor, and Director… but they also invent a few awards of their own along the way. Expect passionate defenses, questionable logic, and at least one category the Academy would absolutely never approve. The red carpet is imaginary — the opinions are not. Press play.

Season 3

79. Does The Avengers (2012) Still Hold Up?

"Scene Weekly" The movie that brought Earth's Mightiest Heroes together—and changed blockbuster filmmaking forever. This week on Scene Weekly, Jonathan and Stephen revisit The Avengers (2012) to see if Joss Whedon's superhero team-up still holds up. From iconic character moments and unforgettable one-liners to the Battle of New York and the birth of the MCU as we know it, we break down what still works, what hasn't aged as well, and why this film remains one of Marvel's defining achievements.

78. My Old Ass : A Coming of Age Classic?

"Scene Weekly" My Old Ass looks like a coming-of-age comedy, but it's hiding a lot more beneath the surface. This week on Scene Weekly, Jonathan and Stephen dive into the film's humor, heart, time-travel twist, and why it became one of the year's most unexpectedly moving movies. Does it deserve all the praise? Tune in for our full discussion.

77. Revisiting Innerspace: Peak 80s Chaos

"Scene Weekly" Dennis Quaid gets miniaturized and accidentally injected into Martin Short—yeah, it’s that kind of movie. This week we revisit Innerspace, a wildly chaotic 80s sci-fi comedy that somehow still holds up. We break down what works, what doesn’t, and why this weird little movie still rules.

75. Blue Moon - Ethan Hawke's Best Work?

"Scene Weekly" Jonathan and Stephen head backstage with Blue Moon (2025), Richard Linklater’s intimate drama starring Ethan Hawke as lyricist Lorenz Hart on the night his former partner’s Oklahoma! premieres without him. It’s one long, boozy evening of ego, envy, and artistic legacy — with Hawke delivering a sharp, aching performance as a genius watching the spotlight drift away.

74. Why Joker: Folie à Deux Deserves a Second Look

"Scene Weekly" Everyone decided Joker: Folie à Deux was a disaster—almost immediately. But what if that reaction missed the point? We revisit the most divisive sequel in recent memory, unpack its bold musical swing, bleak humor, and intentional discomfort, and make the case that Folie à Deux deserves way more respect than it got.

73. A Nightmare on Elm Street

"Scene Weekly" Step back into your dreams—and your nightmares—as Jonathan and Stephen take a fun, deep dive into A Nightmare on Elm Street. This week, the hosts slice into the legacy of Freddy Krueger, exploring what makes this horror classic so iconic, terrifying, and endlessly rewatchable. From Wes Craven’s razor-sharp concept to the film’s unforgettable kills and dream logic, they break down the scares, the themes, and the cultural impact—with plenty of laughs along the way.

72. Rat Race (2001): We Don’t Make Movies Like This Anymore

"Scene Weekly" - Jonathan and Stephen revisit the all-out chaos of Rat Race, breaking down its stacked cast, nonstop slapstick, and anything-goes early-2000s comedy energy. Does the madness still hold up—or is it just gloriously unhinged?

71. Frankenstein (2025) - A Modern Monster Masterpeice!

"Scene Weekly" This week Jonathan and Stephen break down Guillermo del Toro’s stunning new adaptation of Frankenstein. They highlight its gothic visuals, standout performances, and why this version may be the most emotionally rich take yet. Tune in for sharp insights, fun banter, and a fresh look at a classic monster reborn.

70. One Battle After Another

"Scene Weekly" - This week Jonathan and Stephen discuss the new film by Paul Thomas Anderson. They’ll break down standout sequences (hello, that car chase) and highlight the film’s tonal swings, visual flourishes, and Jonny Greenwood’s electric score. With perspectives both reverent and skeptical, they’ll debate whether One Battle After Another is Anderson’s most accessible film—or his most unhinged yet.

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