Movie 101 Review

About Movie 101 Review

Movie 101 is your ultimate guide to the world of cinema. From timeless classics to modern blockbusters, we dive into the stories, themes, and behind-the-scenes magic that make films unforgettable. Join us for reviews, discussions, and a celebration of all things movies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Publisher

Daniel Lucas And Bob LeMent

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Dec 2021

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

347 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Backrooms (2026) Movie Review: Liminal Spaces and Psychological Horror | Movie 101 Review Season 5

   Movie 101 Review returns for its fifth season, featuring Backrooms (2026). Join Daniel Lucas as he explores the unsettling appeal of liminal spaces, where familiar surroundings become strange and seemingly ordinary rooms inspire a growing sense of dread. In this episode, we examine the film’s storytelling, atmosphere, visual style, and use of suspense, considering how it brings the Backrooms concept to the screen. We also reflect on why isolation, uncertainty, and the fear of being lost resonate so deeply with audiences. Whether you are a longtime horror fan or curious about the fascination surrounding the Backrooms, join us for a thoughtful discussion of the film and the lingering questions it leaves behind.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Inside Indie Filmmaking: Jason D. Morris on Creativity, Low Budgets & Making Movies | Movie 101 Review

   Movie 101 Review features Jason D. Morris, an independent filmmaker, director, editor, and producer with more than two decades of experience creating horror films, documentaries, digital content, and independent productions. In this episode, Jason takes us behind the scenes of independent filmmaking and explores an important question: Does a bigger budget really make a more creative movie? Drawing from his experience with Resurrection Films and Dead in Films, Jason explains why creativity isn't necessarily determined by how much money filmmakers have available. While larger budgets can provide access to bigger sets, equipment, visual effects, and production resources, he argues that the heart of filmmaking begins long before the cameras start rolling. Jason discusses why pre-production may account for some of the most important creative work in filmmaking. From developing the script and understanding locations to assembling the right team and carefully planning each scene, preparation can determine how effectively filmmakers bring their vision to life. The conversation also examines an unexpected advantage of working with limited resources: constraints can fuel creativity. When independent filmmakers cannot simply spend their way out of a problem, they are forced to think differently, understand their environment, collaborate closely, and discover inventive ways to tell their stories. Join Movie 101 Review for a fascinating look inside indie filmmaking, where experience, preparation, collaboration, and imagination can sometimes matter more than the size of the production budget.

3. 

   26 Sept 2026

   Obsession Movie Review: Desire, Suspense, and the Cost of Fixation | Movie 101 Review

   When does a powerful feeling become something you can no longer control? In this Season 5 episode of Movie 101 Review, we take a closer look at Obsession and the choices that give its story its emotional weight. We discuss the characters and their motivations, the tension that builds as the story unfolds, and how the film uses the idea of obsession to keep us questioning what might happen next. Along the way, we consider the performances, the pacing, and whether the ending earns the journey that leads to it. Join us for a thoughtful review of Obsession and a conversation about why stories of desire, fixation, and consequences continue to hold our attention.

Reach and audience

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

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

204 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100

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

Quality

92

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

50

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