Rye Smile Films

Prisoners (2013)

This week we continue on our "Whodunnit, We Talk About It" cask with an in-depth look at the underrated, Prisoners. Journey with us as we talk about everything from the story to the brilliant cinematography of this film. Should this film be a "Prisoner" of film history or should more people seek out this gem? Our Flight this week asks, "What is your favorite film that you wanted no part of that totally blew you away?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing our favorite bleak film endings. So pour yourself some Purple Drink, grab your whistle, and get ready for Denis Villeneuve's breakthrough film. Cheers!

Blow Out (1981)

Rye Smile Films is back on the case as we continue our cask of Whodunnit films with a look at Brian de Palma's, Blow Out. Journey with us as we dissect this film from its use of sound to Hitchcock comparisons. Is this one of de Palma's better efforts or are we hoping to hit the mute button? Our Flight this week asks, "What are your top 3 favorite Brian de Palma films?" We wrap up this episode with a Nightcap discussing the best American remakes of foreign films. So pour yourself a drink, grab your headphones, and get ready to listen for the truth. Cheers!

Terminator: Dark Fate (2019)

Today we serve up some Small Batch film review with a look at the 6th film in the Terminator franchise, Terminator: Dark Fate. Journey with us as we walk down old roads while introduced to new characters. Is this the jump start the series needs or should we finally terminate the franchise? Our Flight for the week asks, "What are your top 3 favorite sci-fi films since 2010?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing which film should make a sequel that ignores all the other sequels. So pour yourself some bourbon, get your time machine, and get ready to be chased by the Terminator...again. Cheers!

A Shot in the Dark (1964)

Rye Smile Films is back with a new film review cask, looking at some of the best mystery films out there. This one is called, "Whodunnit, We Talk About It." Up first is the comedy classic that re-introduced the world to Inspector Clouseau, A Shot in the Dark. Journey with us as we look at our first comedy and showcase the genius that is Peter Sellers. Is this mystery worth it or are we left stumbling in the dark? Our Flight for the week asks, "What are the top 3 actors who will be defined by one film role?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing our favorite slapstick comedy scenes. So pour yourself one on the rocks, grab your magnifying glass, and beware of Moths. Cheers!

Halloween (1978)

The night WE come home! Rye Smile Films is back with our final film in the, "Slasher Film Starter Pack," cask, with a look at the one, the only, the classic, Halloween. Journey with us as we discuss the film's low budget production to the character that is Michael Myers. Is this film a treat for Matt and Jesse, or is this just a nasty piece of candy corn. Our Flight for the week asks, "What are the top 3 horror film posters?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing who would be the ultimate final girl in a modern slasher. So pour yourself some Rye, grab your William Shatner mask, and get ready to visit Haddonfield by way of Rye Smile. Cheers!

A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

1, 2, Rye Smile is coming for you! This week we continue our, "Slasher Film Starter Pack," with a look at the Wes Craven classic, A Nightmare on Elm Street. Journey with us as we meet Freddy Krueger and the film that launched one of the greatest horror film franchises and one of its greatest characters. Is this film still a sweet dream or an absolute nightmare? Our Flight for the week asks, "What are the top 3 deaths in horror films that have stuck with you the most?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing which film characters are the hardest to recast. So pour yourself a drink, grab your crucifix, and get ready to head down Elm Street.

The Shot: The Top 10 Horror Films Of All Time

Rye Smile Films is back with a mid-week Shot to create a list of The Top 10 Horror Films of All Time! Journey with us as we go from 10-1, alternating picks to assemble the ultimate list. What is going to be number 1? So pour yourself a stiff drink, grab the holy water, and get ready to rank some of the greatest horror films of all time. Cheers!

Friday the 13th (1980)

Today we start a brand new film review cask called "The Slasher Film Starter Pack," and up first is the original, Friday the 13th. Journey with us as the film from its casting to all the tropes that can be found in the slasher sub genre. Is this film still the classic that everyone remembers or did this franchise start off on the wrong foot? Our Flight this week asks, "What are your top 3 favorite horror films from the 80s?" We wrap up this episode with a Nightcap discussing the worst on-screen mothers. So pour yourself a drink, grab your sleeping bag, and get ready to visit Camp Crystal Lake. Cheers!

Joker (2019)

Rye Smile Films is serving up some "Small Batch" film review this week with a look at the new release, Joker. Journey with us as we breakdown Arthur Fleck's journey from unhinged individual to the Clown Prince of Crime. Is this film a worthy origin story for the legendary villain or is this best left untold? Our Flight for the week asks, "What supporting characters deserve their own film?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing the best villain origin stories. So pour yourselves a stiff drink, put on a smile, and get ready to meet, Joker. Cheers! 

Paranormal Activity (2007)

Buckle up for the final film in the "Just Press Record" cask, Paranormal Activity. Journey with us as we discuss the movie that became the most profitable film of all time, along with our personal experiences watching it. Does the film still hold up at home or was this something that was only meant for the big screen? Our Flight this week asks, "What are your top 3 favorite horror films from the 2000s?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing our other favorite found footage films. So pour yourself some Rye, grab the best Ouija board you've ever seen, and get ready to press record. Cheers!

The Blair Witch Project (1999)

Are you ready to go into the Burkittsville woods? On today's episode of Rye Smile Films, we continue our, "Just Press Record," cask with a review/breakdown of The Blair Witch Project. Journey with us as we discuss this landmark film that jump started a new sub genre of horror, Found Footage. Is this film "scary as hell" or are we left wanting a whole lot more. Our Flight this week asks, "What are your top 3 favorite horror films of the 90s?" We end this episode with a Nightcap discussing some of the best marketed films of all time. So pour yourself a Jack and Coke, GRAB THE MAP, and get ready to meet the Blair Witch....Maybe. Cheers!

REC (2007)

Rye Smile Films is ready to scare the hell out of you! Get ready for our new cask, "Just Press Record," as we dabble into the found footage genre with our review/breakdown of REC. Journey with us as Matt watches for the first time, for a raw reaction to this tense little horror film. Does found footage suit this film well, or is it just another gimmick of the horror genre? Our Flight this week asks, "What is your personal favorite zombie film?" We wrap up this episode with a Nightcap discussing which horror locations we like best. So get your camera, run like hell, and get ready to see what lies in the penthouse of the apartment. Cheers!

IT: Chapter 2 (2019)

On this episode, we wrap up the "King's Landing: Part Two" cask with a look at the new release, IT: Chapter 2. Journey with us as we explore everything from the new cast to the story of taking down Pennywise for good. Is this film able to float or is it dead in the water? The Flight for this week asks, "What are your top 3 favorite horror films since 2010?" We wrap up this episode with a Nightcap discussing which Stephen King work would be best suited for television. So pour yourself a double, grab your token, and get ready to perform the ritual of CHUD. Cheers!

The Shot: How Horror Found Us

This week on The Shot, we discuss our road to the best genre of film, HORROR. Find out what we like about the genre, and what keeps us coming back for more. We wrap up this minisode with the top 3 horror films that have impacted our lives. So pour yourself a glass, bolt your doors, lock your windows, and turn out the lights! Cheers!

IT (2017)

This week we dive right into our second film in this cask, IT, from 2017. Journey with us as we discuss everything from the ensemble character piece to the villain that is Pennywise. Is this film a worthy Stephen King adaptation or are we left floating around the Derry sewers? The Flight for this week asks, "What is the best performance by a child actor?" We wrap up with a Nightcap discussing which film remake could do with a decade change. So pour some bourbon, grab your paper sail boat, and get ready to meet Pennywise, the Dancing Clown! Cheers!

The Shot: NFL 2019 Predictions

Drumroll please.......Rye Smile Films would like to present, The Shot. Our minisode format will feature detailed expansions on film, sports, and music, beyond the scope of our weekly episode. Our first Shot consists of Matt and Jesse's predictions for the 2019 NFL season. Pour a glass, break out the jersey, and get ready for some football! Cheers!

The Shining (1980)

This week, we return to the land of Stephen King with a new cask called, King's Landing: Part 2. On tap first is Stanley Kubrick's, The Shining. Journey with us as we talk about everything from the production, the theories, and even the differences between film and novel. Does this film still scare us or are we left wandering, aimlessly through the hedge maze. Our Flight for this week asks, "What are your top 3 favorite horror film endings?" We wrap up by discussing our new minisodes that we will be rolling out next week. So pour yourself a drink, type a nonsensical novel, and get ready to book a room at the Overlook Hotel. Redrum!

John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019)

This week we wrap up our Baba Yaga cask with our final review in this franchise, John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum. Journey with us as we breakdown the latest installment in this series with a look at everything from the fight sequences to the ever expanding world of assassins. Does this third installment provide new thrills or is this just a re-heated version of what we've already seen? Our Flight for the week asks, "What are the top 3 action films of the 2000s?" We wrap up with a Nightcap that reveals the winner of our Summer Box Office 2019 predictions. So pour yourself some bourbon, get yourself a horse, and get ready to meet the Baba Yaga....one last time. Cheers!

John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)

This week, we continue on this journey with John Wick as we embark on his second outing, John Wick: Chapter 2. This week we expand on our discussion of our titular hero while diving deeper into this world of assassins. Does this film do the first entry justice or is this another sequel just trying to cash in? Our Flight for the week asks, "What are the Top 3 action films of the 90s?" We wrap up this episode with a Nightcap discussing the top World Building films. So grab a drink at the Continental, be sure to pay in special assassin currency, and get ready to meet the Baba Yaga.....again. Cheers!

John Wick (2014)

This week we open up a new bourbon and a new film cask by diving into the universe of John Wick. Journey with us as we breakdown the first film in this trilogy from the performance of Keanu Reeves to the unique world this film sets up. Is this a unique action vehicle or is this just another run of the mill action film? Our Flight for the week asks, "What are the Top 3 films of the 80s?" We wrap up this episode with a Nightcap discussing which actor could surprise us with their own action film. So pour yourself a drink, grab your assassin's coins, and get ready to see the world of John Wick. Cheers!