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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
The Goonies
Star Trek
1980s
Terminator Salvation
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The Dark Knight Rises
Antonio Salieri
High Tension
Frankenstein
The Hurt Locker
Martial Arts
Viva Las Vegas
Star Trek III: the Search For Spock
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We put movies on trial.

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The Court pigs out on discarded M&M’S this week when author Maisie Culver (“Of Monsters and Menses”) pops “the question” (“are you a bad movie?”) to the 2001 romantic comedy “The Wedding Planner.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Maisie Culver... more

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The Court sends Bruce Willis back through its revolving door system again this week when Hunter Stair (“The Yacht or Nyacht Podcast”) defends the 1991 action comedy “The Last Boy Scout.” *** Prosecutor: Dylan J. Schlender. Defense: Hunter Stair. Judg... more

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This week, the Court finds out it was a ghost the whole time when Ryan Verrill (“Antenna Releasing”), who was also a ghost the whole time, spoils the shocking twist ending of 1999’s “The Sixth Sense.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Ryan Verr... more

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The Court has been posthumously recast this week when author Matt Pruitt (“The Phenomenal Sasquatch”) delivers a powerful skipping side kick to the 1978 crime film “Game of Death.” *** Prosecutor: Matt Pruitt. Defense: Big Ben Haslar. Judge: The Hono... more

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Recent Guests

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
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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
Jonathan Leaf
Author of The Primate Myth and expert guest who discusses primatology and human nature
Author and academic
Episode: ROJ-543: “The People vs. Escape from the Planet of the Apes” with Jonathan Leaf
Dwight Hurst
Friend of the Court; special guest juror
Episode: ROJ-542: “The People vs. End Game (2006)” with Dwight Hurst
Dr. Jo
Defense speaker in the episode's trial format
Not specified in transcript
Episode: ROJ-541: “The People vs. Final Destination” with Dr. Jo
Caleb Zakarin
Prosecutor (guest on episode)
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Episode: ROJ-540: “The People vs. Whiplash” with Caleb Zakarin
Henry Rausch
Defense attorney; guest providing naval expertise and perspective on the film
Submarine veteran and author (as referenced in the episode)
Episode: ROJ-539: “The People vs. K-19: The Widowmaker” with Henry Rausch

Host

Dylan J. Schlender
Host with a focus on legal-themed discussions and film critique; appears across multiple episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 53 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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The format is original and engaging, blending humor with solid film analysis.
Guests are diverse, bringing fresh perspectives each episode.
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ROJ-521: “The People vs. Cube” with Isaac Arthur
Q: Mr. Arthur, how do you assess the movie's balance between mystery and explanation?
Arthur suggests the film excels at provoking questions and exploring ambiguity, but ultimately the lack of a grounded, explainable rationale can make the payoff feel unsatisfying unless viewed as a cautionary meditation on systems and control.
ROJ-547: “The People vs. 12 Monkeys” with J.D. Ryznar
Q: What makes 12 Monkeys work as a thriller despite its time travel inconsistencies?
The panel argues that the disorienting visuals, especially the Dutch angles and the atmosphere of confusion, actually serve the movie's psychological thriller core, keeping viewers engaged even when the mechanics lag.
ROJ-530: “Spider-Man 2 vs. Batman Returns" with Joe Pontillo
Q: Why does Spider-Man 2 edge out Batman Returns in your view?
Because Spider-Man 2 deepens the hero's personal stakes while maintaining an engaging villains' arc, delivering a cohesive sequel that balances heart, action, and character growth.
ROJ-532: “The People vs. Rocky IV” with Shawnna Morris
Q: What would you recommend people watch to understand Cold War themes outside of Rocky IV?
She recommends War Games as another strong Cold War movie, explaining its cultural and educational impact during that era.
ROJ-532: “The People vs. Rocky IV” with Shawnna Morris
Q: Shawnna, what do you usually do when you're not defending Rocky IV?
She describes writing a history blog about the Cold War and has published a book on Cambridge spies, signaling her expertise in historical narratives that color her perspective on the film.

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This show puts films on trial, pairing witty courtroom-style debates with deep dives into storytelling, filmmaking, and cultural impact. Across episodes, guests range from film critics and historians to lawyers and academics, ensuring lively arguments about narrative choices, character development, and audience takeaway. The format blends humor with sharp analysis, and the production regularly features a rotating cast of jurors and advocates, delivering entertaining yet thoughtful discussions with broad appeal to cinephiles, pop-culture fans, and professionals alike.

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1. JD Ryznar
2. Marty Ketola
3. Clif Campbell
4. Luke Goozdich
5. Jonathan Leaf
6. Dwight Hurst
7. Dr. Jo
8. Caleb Zakarin

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