Rye Smile Films

Suicide Squad (2016)

This week we return to the land of DC Rotgut and dive into a film that has tested the patience of many, Suicide Squad. Join us as we attempt to figure out what the hell happened to this film. Is this a misunderstood cult film or are there things drastically wrong with it? Our Flight this week asks, "Name a movie trailer that completely cat-fished you into think it would be great." We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing other team ups of bad characters. So pour the whole bottle, grab your pink unicorn, and get ready for the best time you'll have all week. Cheers!

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Possessor (2020)

Welcome back to Rye Smile Films as we close out another film review cask with a look at Brandon Cronenberg's, Possessor. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the story to the extravagant use of color. Is Brandon following in his father's footsteps or is he carving out his own unique path? Our Flight this week is an announcement of some big news for Rye Smile Films. We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing the best films made from the children of prominent directors. So pour a rye, grab your implant chip, and get ready for a wild ride. Cheers!

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The Fly (1986)

It's time to step into the teleportation pod with Rye Smile Films and dive right in to David Cronenberg's, THE FLY. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the script to the jaw dropping special make-up effects. Does this film hold up as one of the better remakes ever made or has it aged poorly? Our Flight this week is a conversation on the best acting performances by monsters and creatures on film. We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing which bad movie could've been made better by David Cronenberg. So pour a stiff drink, grab a fly swatter and get ready for another trip into the realm of body horror. Cheers!

Rabid (1977)

Join Rye Smile Films as we start a new cask built all around Cronenberg and up first is Rabid from 1977. Journey with us as we discuss the themes of the film and what the director is best known for. Is this an early classic from the prominent director or has he not hit his stride yet? Our Flight this week asks, "Name your favorite body horror film not directed by Cronenberg." We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing a film from the past that Cronenberg would be perfect to direct. So pour a drink, sit back, and try not to become RABID! Cheers!

Soul (2020)

This week we wrap up our first Pixar review cask with a look at the 2020 release, SOUL. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the afterlife to the use of New York City. Is this another slam dunk for Pixar or does it completely miss the mark? Our Flight this week asks, "Name your top 3 favorite Pixar films." We wrap up with a Nightcap pitching our story ideas for the next Pixar film. So pour some Rye, jump on the piano, and get ready to learn all about souls. Cheers!

Coco (2017)

Join us this week as we dive into another Pixar film, this time heading for Dia de Los Muertos in the form of Coco. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the music to the unique look of this film? Is this Pixar's best looking film or do other entries have a more vibrant look? Our Flight this week asks, "What are the top 3 most unique Pixar worlds?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing the best sidekicks in Disney films. So pour a glass of your favorite spirit, grab your guitar, and get ready for a unique episode! Salud!

Onward (2020)

A first for Rye Smile Films this week as we start a new film review cask based all around Pixar Animation Studios and up first is the 2020 release, Onward. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the voice acting to the tropes of Pixar films. Is this another worthy entry or is it pretty forgettable? Our Flight this week asks, "What are the top 3 adult themes explored in Pixar films?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing which actor we'd like to see voice a Pixar character. So pour a drink, grab your phoenix gem, and get ready to go on an adventure. Cheers!

Mank (2020)

We wrap up our 2020 revisit cask by talking about another prolific filmmaker for the first time, David Fincher, and his Netflix release, MANK. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the plot to what the plot should be. Is this a return to form for Fincher or would we rather see him do something else? Our Flight this week asks, "Name your top 3 favorite golden age Hollywood films based solely on writing." We wrap up with a Nightcap talking about which troubled film production we'd like to see on film. So pour multiple drinks, grab your typewriter, and get ready to see how Citizen Kane came to be...kinda. Cheers!

Tenet (2020)

Tenet, EXPLAINED! Join us as we take a deep dive into the another Christopher Nolan time bender with special guest Nate. This time we will create a literal timeline of the events that unfold. Is this another cerebral Nolan film or does this one miss the mark? Our Flight this week asks, "What are your top 3 Nolan films?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing our favorite, and least-favorite Cerebral films. So pour a stiff drink, grab your oxygen pack, and get ready for inverse time. Cheers!

Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)

It's time to start the new year with new films, but films that have come out in 2020. Up first is a look at Wonder Woman 1984. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the wishing rock to the love story. Is this a worthy sequel to the surprise original or does it suffer from all the sequel cliches? Our Flight this week asks, "Name the top 3 worst superhero rogues galleries." We wrap up with a Nightcap ranking all 9 DC Extended Universe films. So pour a big drink, grab your lasso, and get ready to head back to 1984 for some reason. Cheers!

The Shot: The Theaters VS HBO Max

Join us for a mid-week SHOT as we break down the current state of movie theaters and the decision to move major releases to a streaming platform. Pour a drink, sit back, and enjoy as we make the case for why we need theaters. Cheers!

It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

Come celebrate Christmas with Rye Smile Films as we dive into the seminal holiday classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the characters to director Frank Capra. Is this the holiday classic that everyone should watch or are their better ones covering the holiday? Our Flight this week asks, "Name the top 3 movie towns you would've liked to have grown up in." We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing what we've been thankful for, filmwise, in 2021 and looking forward to 2021. So pour a drink, grab your guardian angel, and get ready to find out what Christmas is all about. Cheers!

Black Christmas (1974)

It's time for some holiday cheer and no Christmas would be complete without Black Christmas. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the mysterious "Billy" to some of the tropes that would become common in the slasher genre. Is this a scary movie that still packs a punch or has it shown its age? Our Flight this week asks, "What is your go-to holiday movie?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing our favorite genre films with a unique setting. So pour some spiked egg nog, put on your favorite Christmas sweater, and get ready to get really spooked by the killer in the attic. Cheers!

The Shot: Rye Retrospective, The First 100

First and foremost, thank you! Join us as we take a look back at some of the best rants, bottles, films, and moments of the first 100 episodes of Rye Smile Films. It's a wonderful trip down memory lane so pour a glass, sit back, and get for a good time. Cheers! Here's to hundreds more!

Whiplash (2014)

Join us as Rye Smile Films celebrates 100 episodes and discusses the jazz opus that is, Whiplash. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the script to Jesse's own Jazz experiences. Is this a worthy film for episode 100 or could we have picked something better? Our Flight this week asks, "Name your top 3 favorite supporting performances in film." We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing the top 3 films we want to cover in the next 100 episodes. So pour a drink, grab your drum sticks, and we hope you can play in tempo. Cheers!!

Almost Famous (2000)

It's time to get on the bus with Stillwater and hit the road with the next film in our "Back Beats" cask, Almost Famous. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the director to the exciting music journey the film takes. Is this a fun rock story or have other films done it way better? Our Flight this week asks, "Name your top 3 rock performances in film." We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing the music biopics we want to see. So pour a bourbon, grab your guitar, and get ready because it's all happening! Cheers!

A Star is Born (2018)

This week we start our "Back Beats" cask with films centered around the music world. Up first is A Star is Born from 2018. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the songs to how this story differs from the other versions. Is this a worthy entry into this story or is this five times too many? Our Flight asks, "Name your top 3 performances from actors in singing roles." We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing the best performances from musicians in acting roles. So pour a drink, grab your guitar, and get ready to rock! Cheers!

Goodfellas (1990)

It's time to wrap up another film review cask and were closing up "Turf War" with a look at Goodfellas. Journey with us as we discuss Martin Scorsese for the first time and arguably his best film. Is this the best mob movie ever made or are there a few others that are better? Our Flight this week asks, "What are your top 3 films based on true stories?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing the best, Best Picture losers. So pour a double this week, dance the drink over to couch, and get ready to join the family. Cheers!

Miller's Crossing (1990)

This week we continue with our "Turf War" cask and a look at our first Coen Brothers film, Miller's Crossing. Journey with us as we try to dissect the plot and discuss what we enjoy about the Coen's style of filmmaking. Is this one of their forgotten classics or does it present too many problems? Our Flight this week is a ranking of our top 3 Coen Brothers films. We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing out bottom 3 Coen Brothers films. So pour a stiff drink, grab your hat before it blows away, and take a journey to Miller's Crossing. Cheers!

Carlito's Way (1993)

Get ready for a new film review cask all settled around the mob genre and we're calling this, "TURF WAR," and up first is Carlito's Way. Journey with us as we discuss the casting to the directing style of Brian de Palma. Is this a great in the pantheon of the genre or does it miss the mark? Our Flight this week asks, "Cast your top 3 actors/actresses who haven't appeared in the genre." We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing our favorite films set within the black market. So pour a double, turn up the disco, and get ready for some Pacino. Cheers!