This week on Flix and Chill, hosts Luke Burian and Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) are joined by special guest Chantal Ashford for a packed episode covering fireworks, the massive A24 AI announcement, and a deep debate about the best standalone movies — films with no sequels, prequels, or remakes!

🎬 Topics Covered:

• Fireworks — a spirited seasonal discussion
• A24's AI announcement — what does it mean for independent cinema and the future of filmmaking?
• Best standalone films — the greatest movies that exist entirely on their own with no franchise attached — what are yours?

Chantal Ashford ...