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Reels of Justice

Reels of Justice
Film Criticism
Amadeus
Cinematic Narrative
The Karate Kid
Hot Tub Time Machine
The Matrix Reloaded
Star Trek
The Goonies
1980s
Terminator Salvation
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Antonio Salieri
The Dark Knight Rises
High Tension
Frankenstein
The Hurt Locker
Martial Arts
Viva Las Vegas
Star Trek III: the Search For Spock
Batman

We put movies on trial.

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The Court is too crass and too spurious this week when author Dan Hassler-Forest (“Fast and Furious Franchising”) hits the nitrous behind the wheel of 2003’s “2 Fast 2 Furious.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Dan Hassler-Forest. Judge: The H... more

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Tubi or not Tubi is not the question this week when Bede and Kollin of “The Tubi Tuesdays” Podcast defend the 2025 Tubi original “Get Off My Lawn.” *** Prosecutor: Dylan J. Schlender. Defense: Bede and Kollin of Tubi Tuesdays. Judge: The Honorable Ry... more

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The Court glimpses a vision of its own grim demise when The Vern (“Cinema Recall” Podcast) looks to end the universe inside the 2024 drama “The Life of Chuck.” *** Prosecutor: The Vern. Defense: Big Ben Haslar. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender... more

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The revolution will not be televised this week when Adam Kotsko (“Late Star Trek: The Final Frontier in the Franchise Era”) seeks to fight the power of 2025’s “One Battle After Another.” *** Prosecutor: Adam Kotsko. Defense: Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Judg... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Kotsko
Prosecutor invited onto the show
Episode: ROJ-602: “The People vs. One Battle After Another” with Adam Kotsko
Hunter Stair
Guest on defense side in a courtroom parody
Defense in The Last Boy Scout discussion
Episode: ROJ-550: “The People vs. The Last Boy Scout” with Hunter Stair
Ryan Verrill
Guest presenting defense in the case
The guest on the show (defense)
Episode: ROJ-549: “The People vs. The Sixth Sense” with Ryan Verrill
Matt Pruitt
Prosecution attorney presenting the case
Episode: ROJ-548: “The People vs. Game of Death” with Matt Pruitt
Ben Haslar
Defense attorney presenting counterarguments
Episode: ROJ-548: “The People vs. Game of Death” with Matt Pruitt
JD Ryznar
Guest, defense in the courtroom scenario
Episode: ROJ-547: “The People vs. 12 Monkeys” with J.D. Ryznar
Marty Ketola
Prosecutor in the episode
Reels of Justice
Episode: ROJ-545: “The People vs. Paranormal Activity” with Marty Ketola and Clif Campbell
Clif Campbell
Prosecutor in the episode
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Episode: ROJ-545: “The People vs. Paranormal Activity” with Marty Ketola and Clif Campbell
Luke Goozdich
Guest defending Rocky V in a courtroom-style panel
Episode: ROJ-544: “The People vs. Rocky V” with Luke Goozdich

Host

Dylan J. Schlender
Co-host; presents exhibits and rebuttals, participates in arguments

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Always a good time, every movie gets a fair shake and some of the analysis is just top notch. Great guests and reccomendations in every episode

    Podcast Addict
    5
    2dank48
    2 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    ❤️⚖️🎥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sir Pick 'N' Mix-A-Lot
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • I love this podcast! it's relatable and hilarious 😂 I appreciate the humor and sarcasm. definitely worth listening to on repeat!

    Audible
    5
    Joy M.
    United States4 years ago
  • LOL!

    I love this podcast! it's relatable and hilarious 😂 I appreciate the humor and sarcasm. definitely worth listening to on repeat!

    Audible
    5
    Joy M.
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    What a great idea for a show, listened to every episode, hilarious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brokeback Duncan
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Guests are diverse and bring strong perspectives that elevate discussions.
The format is entertaining and unique, blending comedy with sharp film critique.
The show consistently delivers thoughtful takes on both popular and overlooked films, with engaging banter.

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ROJ-603: “The People vs. The Life of Chuck” with The Vern
Q: What is the film doing with its reverse structure, and does it help or hinder the story?
The hosts disagree: some see the reverse structure as the film's strength, revealing influences and mortality in a meaningful way, while others feel it drags and leaves key relationships underdeveloped; the answer seems to be that it's a divisive but intentionally crafted choice.
ROJ-552: “Appeals of Justice 004”
Q: What do you say to the millions of children who got a power glove only to play Rad Racer?
The panel notes that the power glove had limited real-world applicability and emphasizes that the film's use of real Nintendo products was partly for authenticity and partly a reflection of production history.
ROJ-552: “Appeals of Justice 004”
Q: What do you guys have any questions about?
The group engages with questions about the characters, their motivations, and the film's handling of sensitive topics, leading to further debate on interpretation and verdicts.
ROJ-551: “The People vs. The Wedding Planner” with Maisie Culver
Q: What could the film have done differently to become more mature, according to the debate?
Incorporate more explicit conversations about faithfulness and honesty between the leads, and avoid escape hatches that dismisses serious romantic consequences.
ROJ-551: “The People vs. The Wedding Planner” with Maisie Culver
Q: What is your core argument in defending The Wedding Planner?
That the film offers warmth, humor, and emotional resonance, supported by strong performances, and possesses a cultural legacy that endures as a feel-good time capsule, despite its flaws.

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This show uses a courtroom-tinged format to dissect films, weighing arguments from defense and prosecution on a rotating slate of titles. Episodes surface debates about pacing, tonal balance, and narrative choices, often weaving in production anecdotes, legacy, and cultural impact. A notable strength is the lively banter, clear hosting structure, and a mix of film scholars, industry voices, and veteran critics providing both sharp critique and entertainment. The format tends to attract listeners who enjoy thoughtful film analysis wrapped in witty, theatrical proceedings and a passion for genre-twisting takes on well-known (and lesser-known) movies.

Noteworthy is its consistent balance between rigorous analysis and playful post-trial banter... more

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1. Adam Kotsko
2. Hunter Stair
3. Ryan Verrill
4. Matt Pruitt
5. Ben Haslar
6. JD Ryznar
7. Marty Ketola
8. Clif Campbell

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