Host McNeill Mullikin is joined by returning guest, Michael Kline, to dissect the cinematic rebound of 2021—a year that saw theaters begin their slow comeback after the pandemic’s impact. This episode of 25 Cent Film features underrated horror gems, emotionally charged musical dramas, diverse sci-fi spectacles and more. McNeill and Michael share their takes on the highs and lows of this transitional year, diving deep into the films that defined 2021’s return to the big screen. It might just be a better year than you remember!

Timestamps:

00:00 — Intro

00:30 — Theme Song

01:00 — Greetings

01:41 — General Thoughts on 2021

03:41 — Oscars Coverage

13:06 — Box Office / Popularity Coverage

13:58 — Michael’s Honorable Mentions

15:32 — McNeill’s Honorable Mentions

18:27 — THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH

23:46 — Ad Break — How to Break a World Record

24:41 — DON'T LOOK UP

35:26 — FEAR STREET TRILOGY

40:29 — THE LAST DUEL

48:09 — LUCA

55:28 — TICK, TICK...BOOM!

1:02:37 — CODA

1:10:47 — DUNE

1:19:32 — Ad Break — 25 Cent Film Instagram

1:20:18 — CANDYMAN

1:27:09 — Remaining Popular 2021 Films

1:29:24 — Final Remarks

1:3025 — Outro

1:30:47 — Theme Song

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Fair Use Disclaimer: As we embark on this cinematic journey, it's important to note that the discussions and clips shared in this podcast fall under the umbrella of fair use. We aim to provide commentary, analysis, and a nostalgic trip down memory lane. All copyrights belong to their respective owners.