The Watch and Talk | Film & TV Podcast
The Watch and Talk is a weekly film and TV podcast started by Dylan Schuck and hosted by Karen Peterson and Derek Miranda. Each episode offers a non-spoiler review of a new theatrical release, along with discussions of everything the hosts watched that week. The show also includes a weekly top 5 segment and other film and television talk. It is aimed at fans of movies and TV.
Episodes
443 — Digger
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) debate the season's most divisive film, DIGGER. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: The most powerful man in the world embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity's savior befor
442 — Primetime
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are talking PRIMETIME. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: In 2006, To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen sets out to make television history. Directed by: Lance Oppenheim Written by: Aj
441 — The Weight
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk the Sundance hit, THE WEIGHT. We also run through a quick recap of the 78th Emmy Awards and chat about what we've been watching lately. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMAR
440 — 78th Emmy Predictions and Upcoming Fall Releases
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda) sit down to talk EMMY PREDICTIONS and some of our most anticipated FALL FILM RELEASES. There are mild TV spoilers in this episode, but overall it's not that kind of week. Emmy categories we're covering are: Comedy Series Drama Series Limited or Anthology Series Actor/Actress in a Comedy Actor/Actress in a Drama Actor/A
439 — The Dog Stars
Even in his 80s, Ridley Scott refuses to slow down...except in tone. This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk the melancholy, quiet post-apocalyptic THE DOG STARS. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: The f
438 | Tony
As another endless summer comes to a close, this week Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk about the summer on Cape Code with TONY. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain travels to Provincetown and st
437 — The End of Oak Street
Support the show! www.Patreon.com/TheWatchAndTalk This week Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are talking THE END OF OAK STREET. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: The Platt family bands together to navigate their new sur
436 — One Night Only
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk ONE NIGHT ONLY. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Recently dumped Owen and hopeful romantic Allie might be the only two singles in the city looking for more than just
435 — Spider-Man: Brand New Day
It is a brand new episode this week when Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY. We're also catching up on what we've been watching lately, a quick chat about new trailers, and an overview of Spider-Man's journey through the MCU. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and bri
434 — Summer Television
It's hard to believe we're already halfway through the summer, but it's a good time for Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) to sit down and talk about our SUMMER TV viewing. PLUS, Derek is giving us the rundown of all things San Diego Comic Con 2026. This week, we are talking full spoilers of four TV shows. We will NOT spoil anything that has not been released yet.
433 — The Odyssey
The biggest film of the summer has arrived and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are sitting down to talk all about THE ODYSSEY. They also define the "odyssey" movie and share their Top 5, along with some recent movies and TV they've been watching. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, foll
432 — The Invite
After an unexpected break, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are back! This week, they are sitting down to talk Sundance hit THE INVITE. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Joe and Angela's marriage is on thin ice. When they invite
431 — Toy Story 5
Image Caption (L-R): Bullseye and Jessie with Lilypad in Disney and Pixar's TOY STORY 5. Photo courtesy of Pixar. © 2026 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved. The toys are back! This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are talking TOY STORY 5. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, fo
430 — Disclosure Day
June's big movie month continues and this time Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are sitting down to talk DISCLOSURE DAY. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A cybersecurity expert becomes a whistleblower to reveal secrets about al
429 — Masters of the Universe
He-Man returns to the big screen and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are sitting down to talk about MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince
428 — Backrooms
Everything's a little bit creepy this week when Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk BACKROOMS. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A strange doorway appears in the basement of a furniture showroom. Directed by: Kane Parsons Wri
427 — Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
The adventure movie is back! Star Wars is back! And this week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are here to talk all about STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: The evil Empire has fallen, and I
426 — Obsession
This week, things get a little intense when Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk OBSESSION. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless roma
425 — Mortal Kombat II
When the trailer hit last fall, it was so wildly popular that they moved the whole movie release to the summertime. Now, this week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are finally sitting down to talk MORTAL KOMBAT II. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER
424 — The Devil Wears Prada 2
Gird your loins! Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are sitting down to talk THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Andy Sachs reunites with Miranda Priestly as they navigate their careers amid the decline of t
423 — Michael
In this episode, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk MICHAEL. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: The early life of musician Michael Jackson, from the discovery of his talent as the lead of the Jackson Five to the artist whose creative ambition fueled a
422 — TV Updates Spring 2026
It's springtime and Emmy season, and it's a great time for Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) to talk about all the TV they've been watching. This episode includes spoiler discussions for a wide range of shows including: Paradise (Hulu) A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO) The Testaments (Hulu) The Pitt (HBO Max) Daredevil (Disney+) DTF St. Louis (HBO) Hacks (HBO
421 — The Drama
This week Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) & Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk A24's new film, THE DRAMA. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. D
420 — Project Hail Mary
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) discuss the year's biggest film (so far!) when they sit down to talk PROJECT HAIL MARY. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Science teacher Ryland Grace wakes up on a spaceship light yea
419 — The 98th Academy Awards
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) Hollywood's biggest night. We're talking all about the 98th Academy Awards. The montages, the tributes, the history-making awards. Entertaining presenters and great speeches. All around, it was a good night to be a fan of the Oscars. Complete list of winners: Best Picture - One Battle After Another Best Director - Pau
418 — The Bride! AND Final Oscar Predictions
This week, all that glitters is Oscar gold. Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are sitting down to talk final Oscar predictions AND THE BRIDE! We will be sharing our predictions in ALL Academy Award categories. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review.
417 — Scream 7
It's time to go welcome back Sidney Prescott. This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk SCREAM 7. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: When a new Ghostface killer emerges in the quiet town where Sidney Prescott h
416 — How to Make a Killing
This week Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) & Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk HOW TO MAKE A KILLING. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Disowned at birth by his obscenely wealthy family, blue-collar Becket Redfellow will stop at nothing to reclaim h
415 — Wuthering Heights (2026)
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) wade into the latest culture debate as they discuss the latest adaptation, WUTHERING HEIGHTS. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A passionate and tumultuous love story set against the b
414 — Top 10 Films of 2025
It's finally here! This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are unveiling their Top 10 Films of 2025. This discussion might include some of the following titles: Black Bag Frankenstein Bugonia The Naked Gun Friendship 28 Years Later The Testament of Ann Lee And it definitely WILL include so much more. We're also catching up with some of the big stuff Kare
413 — 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
A little bit late, but this week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: In a continuation of the epic story, Dr. Kelson makes a discovery that could
412 — Most Anticipated Films of 2026
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are delighted to bring you our 25 Most Anticipated Films of 2026. A few of the titles we're talking about this week include (in no particular order): APEX Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Disclosure Day Remain The Devil Wears Prada 2 Klara and the Sun Godzilla Minus Zero Artificial Scream 7 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
411 — The Beast in Me, Welcome to Derry, Pluribus, Stranger Things 5
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are taking time on this film and TV podcast to talk TV. Specifically, we're catching up on recent series The Beast in Me, IT: Welcome to Derry, Pluribus, and Stranger Things 5. We are talking spoilers, so if you aren't caught up on any of these shows, here are the timestamps: Introduction - 00:00 The Beast in Me (Netfl
410 — Marty Supreme
Is it acting? Or is it just who he is? Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) discuss this and so much more when they sit down to talk MARTY SUPREME. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one resp
409 — Avatar: Fire and Ash
This week Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are traveling back to Pandora to talk AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Jake and Neytiri's family grapples with grief after Neteyam's death, encountering a new, ag
408 — Hamnet
This week Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) & Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk HAMNET. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, celebrate the birth of their son, Hamnet. However, when tragedy strikes and Hamnet dies
407 — Wake Up Dead Man
It's a good week to catch up on good movies as Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk WAKE UP DEAD MAN. We're also catching up on WICKED: FOR GOOD and ZOOTOPIA 2. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: When young priest Ju
406 — The Running Man (2025)
It's the last Stephen King adaptation of the year this week when Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) & Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk THE RUNNING MAN. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: In a near-future society, The Running Man is the top-rated show
405 — Frankenstein (2025)
Guillermo del Toro is back and this week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are ready to sit down and talk FRANKENSTEIN. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist, brings a c
404 — Bugonia
We're back and so is Yorgos Lanthimos as Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk BUGONIA. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an
403 — After the Hunt
This week Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) & Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk AFTER THE HUNT. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A college professor finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads when a star pupil levels an accusation again
402 — Anemone, The Smashing Machine, Roofman and More
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are catching up after a week off. Instead of bringing you a regular movie review, we're talking about all the stuff we've been watching, including Anemone, House of Dynamite, The Smashing Machine, Roofman, and more. @TheWatchAndTalk (Twitter/Instagram) Letterboxd.com/TheWatchandTalk Facebook.com/TheWatchAndTalk www.
401 — One Battle After Another
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) finally get to talk about one of the most anticipated films of the year, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a
400 — A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
Celebrating 400 episodes of The Watch and Talk, this week Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are joined by a very special guest to talk A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY, plus our Top 5 films of the 2020s - so far. Many thanks to our friend and money man Dylan Schuck, who started this show in 2016 and still keeps it going. As always, featured reviews are done in two pa
399 — The Long Walk
The year of the Stephen King adaptation marches on. This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk THE LONG WALK. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A group of teenage boys compete in an annual contest known as The
398 — The Roses and Caught Stealing
We have a DOUBLE episode for you this week as Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk THE ROSES and CAUGHT STEALING. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: THE ROSES A tinderbox of competition and resentments underneath the façade of a
397 — Honey Don't!
As the summer movie season nears the end, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) talk the sun-drenched new movie, HONEY DON'T! This week Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) & Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk . As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER
396 — Nobody 2
The summer may be coming to an end, but big, silly, summer action movies aren't going anywhere. This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk NOBODY 2. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Workaholic assassin Hutch M
395 — Weapons
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are going to battle over WEAPONS. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a communi
394 — Together
There are a lot of films and filmmakers Karen Peterson and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) disagree on, but can they agree on TOGETHER? Find out in our latest episode. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Years into their relationship, Tim and Millie find themselves
393 — The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Things are looking up for the MCU this week as Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-
392 — Superman (2025)
The man of steel is back and this week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk SUPERMAN. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Superman must reconcile his alien Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as reporter Cl
391 — Jurassic World Rebirth
This week Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) sit down to talk JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Five years post-Jurassic World: Dominion (2022), an expedition braves isolated equatorial regions to extract D
390 — F1 the Movie
One of the summer's biggest movies is here! Join Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) as they sit down to talk F1 THE MOVIE. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A Formula One driver comes out of retirement to mentor and team up with a
389 — 28 Years Later
Many years in the waiting, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk 28 YEARS LATER. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A group of survivors of the rage virus live on a small island. When one of the group leaves the islan
388 — Materialists
Love is in the air this week when Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk MATERIALISTS. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect match and her
387 — Ballerina
We're back! And this week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) sit down to talk the move FROM THE WORLD OF JOHN WICK: BALLERINA. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: An assassin trained in the traditions of the Ruska Roma organization
386 — Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning
All good things must come to an end...maybe. This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING, plus share our favorite scenes from throughout the franchise. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMM
385 — Fight or Flight
This week, it's time for takeoff as Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) sit down to talk FIGHT OR FLIGHT. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A mercenary takes on the job of tracking down a target on a plane but must protect her when
384 — Thunderbolts*
We're back in the MCU this week as Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk THUNDERBOLTS*. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, an unconventional team of antiheroes must embark on a d
383 — Sinners
Vampires are back (did they go somewhere?) this week, and Derek and Karen are excited to sit down and talk SINNERS. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discov
382 — Warfare
This week Karen Peterson and Derek Miranda sit down to talk war films, propaganda, and WARFARE. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A platoon of Navy SEALs embark on a dangerous mission in Ramadi, Iraq, with the chaos and brotherhood of war retold through their memo
381 — Freaky Tales
Things are getting a little freaky this week when Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) talk FREAKY TALES. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Four interconnected stories set in 1987 Oakland, CA. will tell about the love of music, movi
380 — Death of a Unicorn
It's an A24 kind of week as Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk DEATH OF A UNICORN. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Father-Daughter duo Elliott and Ridley hit a unicorn with their car and bring it to the wilderness retreat o
379 — The Alto Knights | Top 5 Robert De Niro Films
It's double the De Niro this week when Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) talk THE ALTO KNIGHTS. We're also sharing our Top 5 (or so) Robert De Niro films. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Two of New York City's most notorious or
378 — Black Bag
It's spy vs. spy vs. spy this week as Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) talk Steven Soderbergh's new spy thriller, BLACK BAG. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: BLACK BAG is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents
377 — Mickey 17 | Ranking the Films of Bong Joon-ho
After delays and new release dates, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are finally ready to talk MICKEY 17. We're also discussing Academy Award-winning director Bong Joon-ho's filmography. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Set in
376 — 97th Academy Awards W&T Aftershow
This week, Karen (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek (@DerekMiranda85) talk all about the 97th Academy Awards. From host Conan O'Brien to the winners, losers, and Oscar ballots, we're discussing it all.
375 — 97th Academy Awards Predictions
The big day is finally here! Join Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) as they share their official predictions for the 97th Academy Awards! We're predicting all 23 categories and here is our order, in case you want to follow along: Live Action Short Film Documentary Short Subject Animated Short Film Visual Effects Sound Music - Original Song Music - Original Score
374 — Captain America: Brave New World
It's finally time to head back to the MCU! This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD. We're also discussing the entire Captain America franchise and Cap's place in the MCU. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth
373 — Heart Eyes
Love is in the air and serial killers are running amok this week when Derek Miranda (@derekmiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@karenmpeterson) sit down to talk HEART EYES. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: For the past several years, the "Heart Eyes Killer" has wreake
372 — Top 10 Films of 2024
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) are back with our Top 10 Films of 2024. And while you're here, check out our most popular episodes of the year too: Longlegs Alien: Romulus Kinds of Kindness Love Lies Bleeding Never Let Go Civil War Dune: Part Two Conclave Argylle Megalopolis Blink Twice Nosferatu Follow us! @TheWatchAndTalk (Twitter/Instagr
371 — Wolf Man
Universal monsters are ready for a comeback and this week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are talking WOLF MAN. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A family at a remote farmhouse is attacked by an unseen animal, but as the night
370 — Den of Thieves: Pantera
For our first film of 2025, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk DEN OF THIEVES: PANTERA. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Big Nick is back on the hunt in Europe and closing in on Donnie, who is embroiled in the tr
369 — Most Anticipated Films of 2025
It's 2025 and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are excited to bring you our most anticipated releases of 2025. We'll also take a look back at our anticipated 2024 films and how those worked out for us. And we'd love to hear from you, so send us some of your anticipated 2025 movies too! @TheWatchAndTalk (Twitter/Instagram) Letterboxd.com/TheWatchandTalk Facebook
368 — Christmas 2024 Releases
For their final episode of 2024, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk 3 Christmas Day releases: A COMPLETE UKNOWN, THE FIRE INSIDE, and BABYGIRL. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. We will continue this format with non-spoiler rev
367 — Nosferatu (2024)
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) celebrate Christmas with the perfect holiday film, NOSFERATU. As we always do, this review is in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. With plenty of spoiler alerts. PLOT SUMMARY: A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire
366 — Kraven the Hunter
This week things get a little wild as Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) sit down to talk KRAVEN THE HUNTER. We're also ranking the Spider-Man-free Sony/Marvel movies. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Kraven's complex relationshi
365 — Y2K
This week, Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) and Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) are taking it all the way back to 1999 as they sit down to talk Y2K. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: On the last night of 1999, two high school juniors crash a New Years Eve party, o
364 — Maria
This week, Karen Peterson (@KarenMPeterson) and Derek Miranda (@DerekMiranda85) have a little post-Thanksgiving chat and sit down for MARIA. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: Famed opera singer Maria Callas retreats to Paris in the 1970s after a glamorous yet tumu
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