It finally comes full circle. In this final episode of 25 Cent Film, host McNeill Mullikin goes solo to close out the podcast, and a quarter century of cinema, with a look back at the films of 2025. Counting down his Top 10 Movies of the Year, McNeill reflects on what he considers the strongest year of the 2020s so far. From standout horror and bold socio-political commentaries to comic-book spectacles and deeply poetic dramas, this episode is both a celebration of the year and a farewell to the journey that began with revisiting cinema one year at a time. A fitting conclusion to 25 years of movies and to 25 Cent Film itself.

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

03:02 — Honorable Mentions

04:51 — #10

07:34 — #9

10:43 — #8

13:58 — #7

18:06 — #6

21:06 — #5

25:05 — #4

28:20 — #3

32:52 — #2

37:39 — #1

42:34 — Justin and Fiona’s Top 5s

44:00 — Farewell

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Some movies don’t just fly under the radar, they’re misread entirely. In this episode of 25 Cent Film, McNeill and Justin are joined by guest John Thomas to unpack some of the most underrated and misunderstood films of the 21st century. These are the movies that critics dismissed, audiences misinterpreted, or that simply asked too much of casual viewers. From bold artistic swings to complex narratives that reward deeper reflection, we dig into why these films deserve a second look and what they were really trying to say all along.

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

05:34 — Scream IV

10:08 — Prometheus

20:37 — Changeling

25:49 — Terminator: Salvation

32:35 — Trap

42:56 — Don’t Look Up

51:11 — Joker

01:04:50 — Leave the World Behind

01:13:25 — Transformers

01:18:59 — Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi

01:40:48 — Eternals

01:49:05 — Man of Steel

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Nothing keeps you glued to the screen quite like a great twist. In this episode of 25 Cent Film, McNeill and Justin break down their favorite 21st century plot twists, pulling from every genre and spotlighting some of the most acclaimed directors working today. From shocking reveals to reality-bending finales, these are the twists that left us speechless—and still spark debate long after the credits rolled.

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

03:13 — Malignant

07:09 — Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

12:29 — Get Out

16:11 — Interstellar

24:02 — Gone Girl

29:42 — The Prestige

37:55 — Mulholland Drive

48:27 — Saw

52:15 — Arrival

01:04:40 — Recap/Outro

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Capes, cowls, and cinematic clashes—it’s time for our 21st Century Comic-Book Movie Draft! From Marvel’s box office titans to DC’s darker takes, and from beloved fan favorites to the polarizing picks that divided audiences, McNeill and Justin each draft 5 comic-book films that define the modern era. Who built the stronger cinematic squad? That’s for you to decide. Cast your vote and settle the score.Chapters:00:00 — Intro03:20 — The Dark Knight / The Batman08:17 — Logan13:50 — Avengers: Infinity War20:31 — Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse26:08 — Spider-Man 232:15 — Man of Steel42:17 — Captain America: The Winter Soldier50:40 — Joker01:01:30 — Superman (2025)01:12:28 — Draft Recap01:13:58 — Honorable Mentions01:19:15 — Final Thoughts/OutroFollow 25 Cent Film on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/25centfilm/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow McNeill Mullikin on Letterboxd: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://letterboxd.com/McNeillMullikin/⁠⁠⁠ Justin's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cinema3d?utm_source=linkFair 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.

In this spooky special, McNeill and Justin face off in a 21st Century Horror Movie Draft. From slashers and psychological chillers to vampires, zombies, and everything in between, they each build a five-film roster of the best horror the century has to offer. Who built the scarier, stronger, and more iconic lineup? That’s for you to decide—listen in, then cast your vote for the winner!

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

08:27 — American Psycho

12:43 — Sinister 17:50 — A Quiet Place

24:51 — Saw

33:29 — Nosferatu

41:19 — The Witch

48:03 — The Conjuring

55:25 — Dawn of the Dead

01:01:06 — Midsommar

01:07:55 — Halloween (2018)

01:16:26 — Draft Recap

01:18:08 — Honorable Mentions

01:22:32 — Final Thoughts/Outro

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25 Cent Film is back! Host, McNeill Mullikin, returns with brand new co-host, Justin DaSilva, for a fresh era of movie talk. In this comeback episode, we’re diving into our Top 5 Film Scores of the 21st Century. While McNeill's and Justin's movie tastes align, our musical sensibilities take different paths—covering everything from sweeping blockbuster themes to haunting international scores, from prestige dramas to the magical worlds of animation. We break down what makes these scores unforgettable and why they’ve stayed with us long after the credits rolled. It’s a celebration of cinema’s most powerful storytelling tool: music!

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

03:14 — TENET

07:33 — The Fountain

13:28 — Joker

21:15 — Little Women

28:17 — TRON: Legacy

34:58 — Man of Steel (Round 1)

42:46 — Godzilla Minus One

48:30 — How to Train Your Dragon

58:29 — Honorable Mentions

01:05:31 — Man of Steel (Round 2)

01:19:16 — Phantom Thread

01:32:46 — Outro

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Host McNeill Mullikin is joined by the show's most frequent guest, Fiona Elsa, for 25 Cent Film's most exciting episode yet: The 25 Cent Film Awards. This is the culmination of the entire podcast, and it's not just your typical, annual awards show. This is THE awards show for the entire quarter century. In this episode, McNeill and Fiona reveal the winners for all 20 categories that you, the listeners, voted for. May the odds be ever in your favor!

Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

00:30 — Theme Song

01:00 — Greetings

02:16 — Cinematography

03:24 — Costume Design

04:54 — Film Editing

06:24 — Makeup and Hairstyling

07:40 — Music (Original Score)

10:17 — Music (Original Song)

12:58 — Production Design

15:07 — Sound

19:23 — Stunts

22:08 — Visual Effects

24:16 — Writing (Adapted Screenplay)

27:03 — Writing (Original Screenplay)

29:51 — Animated Feature Film

32:33 — International Feature Film

34:40 — Actor in a Supporting Role

36:52 — Actress in a Supporting Role

38:31 — Actor in a Leading Role

40:29 — Actress in a Leading Role

44:15 — Directing

48:49 — Best Picture

52:50 — 25 Cent Film Recap/Announcement

57:42 — Outro

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Host McNeill Mullikin is joined by the show's most frequent guest, Fiona Elsa, for 25 Cent Film's most unique (and shortest) episode yet: the 25 Cent Film Awards Nominations. Imagine if the Oscars held an awards ceremony honoring the last 25 years of film, that's what we are preparing for today. In this episode, the nominations for all 20 categories are revealed, and you, the listeners, will get to cast your votes to determine the winners of the 25 Cent Film Awards!

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Chapters:

00:00 — Intro

00:30 — Theme Song

01:00 — Greetings and

01:41 — Rules and Framework for the Awards

03:40 — Cinematography

04:13 — Costume Design

05:00 — Film Editing

05:36 — Makeup and Hairstyling

06:29 — Music (Original Score)

07:20 — Music (Original Song)

08:17 — Production Design

08:54 — Sound

09:30 — Stunts

10:34 — Visual Effects

10:59 — Writing (Adapted Screenplay)

11:54 — Writing (Original Screenplay)

12:37 — Animated Feature Film

14:16 — International Feature Film

15:39 — Actor in a Supporting Role

16:42 — Actress in a Supporting Role

17:57 — Actor in a Leading Role

19:08 — Actress in a Leading Role

21:26 — Directing

22:34 — Best Picture

25:12 — Final Thoughts

26:41 — Outro

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