
Welcome to Sparrows UnderReview, where hosts Stacey and JR dive deep into the world of movies, video games, and television, offering candid and honest reviews of everything under the sun. Stacey's unfiltered opinions paired with JR's logical insights create a perfect blend of thought, opinion, and common sense. Whether you're looking for the latest media critiques or timeless favorites revisited, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 139 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & Film | |||

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In this deeply emotional episode, Stacey and Jr take on Grave of the Fireflies, Studio Ghibli’s haunting 1988 masterpiece directed by Isao Takahata. Far from the whimsical worlds of Totoro or Spirited Away, this film drops us into th... more
Taylor Swift's latest album presentation has captivated audiences, drawing comparisons to the grandiosity of past musical milestones. Jr Sparrow views this release as a momentous occasion in Swift's career, akin to Michael Jackson's "Thriller" era, a... more
Episode SummaryThis week, J.R. and Stacey dive into Nobody 2, the unexpected sequel starring Bob Odenkirk (a.k.a. Saul Goodman from Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad). We weren’t even sure we remembered the first one — but somehow this sequel pulled ... more
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J.R. and Stacey take on the latest Superman movie — and Jr had some strong opinions. While the film delivers classic superhero action and spectacle, our hosts can’t help but compare it to Fantastic Four, which Jr enjoyed even more.
I... more
This week on Sparrows UnderReview, JR and Stacy take you inside the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, home of NASA’s Space Camp and one of the country’s most impressive planetariums.
From rockets towering into the sky to the immersi... more
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In this episode of Sparrows UnderReview, Stacey and JR dive into Pixar’s Elio (2024) — a sci-fi coming-of-age story about a boy who finds family among the stars.
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Why Elio slipped under the radar... more
JR and Stacey sit down to review The Naked Gun (2025), the reboot of the classic Leslie Nielsen comedy franchise. Starring Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, the movie tries to bring back the slapstick humor of the original trilogy — but does it succee... more
Stacey and JR dive into the vibrant—but controversial—2025 reboot of Smurfs, where Rihanna steps into the iconic blue shoes of Smurfette—as both voice actress, producer, and musical creator. When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is magically abducted, Smurf... more
I love that these episodes are generally shorter, and the banter between Jr and Stacy is refreshing. I've learned about a lot of different places and movies here!
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I always listen to TV & Film podcasts and this is a podcast inside my favorite podcast
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Listeners can expect engaging and thoughtful discussions centered around movies, video games, and television, combined with a unique mix of personal anecdotes and critical analysis. The hosts offer both candid opinions and logical insights, creating a balanced dialogue that appeals to fans of different genres and media types. The conversational style and freshness of perspective encourage audiences to join in on the cultural conversation, whether relating to new releases or revisiting beloved classics. Additionally, coverage of various media, including discussions on food and books, broadens the thematic scope, making it a varied experience for dedicated media enthusiasts.
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