Absolute Cinema

About Absolute Cinema

What is Absolute Cinema? Hosted by Jake and Eli Hollingsworth-- lifelong film fans and nerds-- this show dives into the heart of cinema with reviews, deep dives, and candid interviews. Whether chatting with YouTube creators or indie filmmakers, each episode brings us closer to that central question. This is where the real conversation begins for movie lovers who crave more than just opinions.

Publisher

Jake and Eli Hollingsworth

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 May 2025

Latest episode

23 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

9 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Jun 2025

   09: Is How To Train Your Dragon The BEST Live Action Remake? | Review

   Eli and Jake discuss How to Train Your Dragon and debate whether it is the best live-action remake, focusing on the importance of good storytelling.

2. 

   16 Jun 2025

   08: Karate Kid: Legends is Corporate Sony Slop | Review

   Critics review the newest Karate Kid installment, exploring whether it honors the original franchise or serves as a soulless corporate product.

3. 

   14 Jun 2025

   07: The Lilo and Stitch Live Action Remake RUINED Our Childhood... | Review

   The hosts review Disney's new live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch, analyzing if it honors the original film and speculating about Disney's future remake plans.

4. 

   12 Jun 2025

   06: Why James Gunn's Superman Will FIX The DC Fandom

   The hosts of Absolute Cinema analyze the trailer for James Gunn's Superman and consider if it can overcome past criticisms and appeal to both casual and dedicated fans.

5. 

   8 Jun 2025

   05: Andor ISN'T For Everyone (And That's Okay)

   The hosts of Absolute Cinema analyze the first two seasons of Andor, exploring its unique qualities and impact on the Star Wars franchise.

6. 

   21 May 2025

   04: What is 'Absolute Cinema'? w/ Sean Chandler Talks About

   Sean Chandler defines "absolute cinema" and discusses reviewing movies, exploring his passion for Marvel, Star Wars, and DC films in a conversation about cinematic meaning.

7. 

   20 May 2025

   03: Our Favorite Movies!

   The hosts of Absolute Cinema reveal their four most cherished films, emphasizing the vital role of subjectivity in movie criticism during this episode.

8. 

   12 May 2025

   02: What Really Went Wrong With The MCU?

   The hosts of Absolute Cinema analyze the perceived decline of the Marvel Cinematic Universe post-Avengers: Endgame, citing issues like inconsistent writing and external pressures.

9. 

   5 May 2025

   01: Why Thunderbolts* is EXACTLY What Marvel Needed | Review

   The hosts review Thunderbolts* and analyze its potential impact on the current state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

8,634

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

39

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

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