The Judgemental Minds Society

longtime friends giving their unsolicited, unfiltered takes on movies and trailers, whether you asked for it or not. Come find more stuff, including weird rants about trailers and more on our YouTube channel . https://youtube.com/@thejudgementalmindssociety

The Judgemental Minds Society is a tv podcast hosted by Julien P, with 33 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Julien P hosts The Judgemental Minds Society, a tv show with 33 episodes published.

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  Resident Evil Review: Too Many Jokes, Not Enough Horror?

  Oct 2, 202614 min

  Is the new Resident Evil movie worth watching? Hugo and Julien clash over survival horror, video game fan service, and whether the film delivers real scares—or just a disposable popcorn ride. In this episode of The Judgemental Minds Society, we break down what works and what falls flat: jokes that undercut the tension, CGI monsters, echoes of The Thing, rushed pacing, and familiar Resident Evil details like Raccoon City, typewriters, and green herbs. Does capturing the games make it a good horror movie? Expect spoilers, disagreements, and absolutely no agreement on how much Hugo knows about Resident Evil. What did you think of Resident Evil? A fun horror ride or a missed opportunity? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe to The Judgemental Minds Society for more movie reviews, horror discussions, and unfiltered film debates with Hugo and Julien. #ResidentEvil #MovieReview #HorrorMovies #zachcregger

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  The End of Oak Street : A Terrible Family… and Some Dinosaurs

  Sep 24, 202614 min

  The dinosaurs might be the least of this family’s problems. In our spoiler-filled review of THE END OF OAK STREET, we discuss why the mystery, family drama, and prehistoric chaos didn’t work for us. We break down Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor’s characters, the CGI and cinematography, the J.J. Abrams mystery-box formula, and an ending that left us with more frustrations than answers. Could this have worked better as a short Twilight Zone episode? Spoilers throughout, including the ending. Did the mystery work for you, or did the ending lose you? Share your take in the comments, and subscribe for more movie reviews and debates. #TheEndOfOakStreet #MovieReview #SpoilerReview

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  Confessions of a Dangerous Mind: George Clooney’s Best Movie?

  Sep 19, 202628 min

  Is Confessions of a Dangerous Mind George Clooney’s best film as a director? In this episode, we revisit Clooney’s stylish 2002 directorial debut, written by Charlie Kaufman and starring Sam Rockwell as game-show producer Chuck Barris—a man who claimed to have lived a secret double life as a CIA assassin. We discuss the film’s unusual production history, Kaufman’s objections to the finished movie, its dark humor and striking visual style, and whether Barris’s incredible story contains any truth. We also look at Sam Rockwell’s remarkable performance, the star-packed supporting cast—including Drew Barrymore, Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Matt Damon—and the film’s disappointing box-office run. Is it an overlooked masterpiece, an unsettling character study, or simply a bizarre Hollywood experiment? And does it remain the strongest movie George Clooney has directed? Warning: This review contains spoilers. Let us know in the comments: Do you think Chuck Barris was telling the truth—and would Confessions of a Dangerous Mind earn a place in your top 100 movies? #ConfessionsOfADangerousMind #GeorgeClooney #SamRockwell #CharlieKaufman #MovieReview #FilmReview #CultMovies #cinematic

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  Is Manhunter (1986) Michael Mann's Best Movie?

  Aug 27, 202637 min

  Did you know Anthony Hopkins wasn't the first Hannibal Lecter? Today, we dive deep into Michael Mann’s 1986 neon-soaked masterpiece, Manhunter. In this episode, we break down why this stylish 80s thriller remains the ultimate Thomas Harris adaptation: The Remake: Why Manhunter outshines the 2002 Red Dragon remake. The Cast: Analyzing William Petersen's intense portrayal of Will Graham and Tom Noonan's terrifying Tooth Fairy. The Debate: Comparing Brian Cox's chilling, grounded Hannibal to Anthony Hopkins' iconic performance. Behind the Scenes: We uncover insane set trivia, from Michael Mann's extreme directing tactics to making fake blood out of 7-Eleven ketchup. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below with your favorite Hannibal Lecter performance! Manhunter 1986, Manhunter movie review, Michael Mann movies, Hannibal Lecter first movie, Brian Cox Hannibal Lecter, Red Dragon vs Manhunter, William Petersen Will Graham, Tom Noonan Tooth Fairy, 80s thriller movies, Miami Vice aesthetic, Thomas Harris adaptations, The Judgemental Minds Society, movie podcast, film analysis.

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  The Furious Review : Too Much Kung Fu, Not Enough Movie

  Aug 21, 202627 min

  Is The Furious really the martial arts comeback everyone says it is or just two hours of exhausting fight choreography with almost no story? In this spoiler-filled review, we break down The Furious, the international martial arts action movie featuring kung fu, judo, brutal stunt work, extended fight sequences, and a very serious rescue storyline. While many action fans have praised the movie’s choreography and practical stunt work, we struggled with its cartoon logic, generic villains, awkward English dubbing, excessive sound design, inconsistent tone, and fights that seem to last forever. We discuss the movie’s comparisons to The Raid, John Wick, Oldboy, classic Hong Kong action cinema, Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee, John Woo, Tony Jaa, and Takeshi Kitano. We also question whether the impressive wide-angle choreography and long takes are enough to compensate for weak characters, repetitive action, strange plot decisions, and a serious subject that feels used mainly as an excuse for nonstop violence. Is The Furious an action masterpiece, a stunt-team showcase, or massively overhyped martial arts slop? Let us know in the comments. Did we completely misunderstand this movie—or were you just as exhausted as we were?

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