Cinema IRL
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Movies give us countless scenarios and situations the characters have to navigate. Well, how would YOU handle these situations in you were in their place? Amber, Scott and the occasional guest tackle this very topic. We're not a review show, but there are enough opinions between us you'll get a little of that too. We mostly try to keep it lighthearted and funny. Sometimes we succeed, sometimes not so much, but it's usually entertaining nonetheless.
Location:
United States
Description:
Movies give us countless scenarios and situations the characters have to navigate. Well, how would YOU handle these situations in you were in their place? Amber, Scott and the occasional guest tackle this very topic. We're not a review show, but there are enough opinions between us you'll get a little of that too. We mostly try to keep it lighthearted and funny. Sometimes we succeed, sometimes not so much, but it's usually entertaining nonetheless.
Language:
English
Episodes
E194 - The Toxic Avenger Unrated - What Would YOU Do?
10/10/2025
Welcome to Cinema IRL, where the hosts dissect "The Toxic Avenger" with a healthy dose of skepticism and a whole lot of sass. They tackle the movie's baffling plot points, questionable transformations, and the sheer absurdity of a hero whose superpower involves potent pee. Expect sharp critiques and a good laugh at this gloriously campy B-movie.
Duration:00:17:44
E193 - Eden - What Would YOU Do?
10/8/2025
Forget paradise, this "Eden" is a godforsaken island where civilization's castoffs create their own brand of hell. Expect backstabbing, murder, and questionable hygiene as a group of outsiders devolve into a primal struggle for survival.
Duration:00:16:17
E192 - Trust - What Would You NOT Do?
10/6/2025
Amber and Scott dive into "Trust," a thriller where a disgraced Hollywood starlet's remote cabin getaway turns into a horrifying fight for survival. They unpack the questionable decisions, the plot contrivances, and the absolutely baffling escape attempts, all while trying to recover from the movie's audacity.
Duration:00:24:10
E191 - Freakier Friday - What Would YOU Do?
9/29/2025
When two people switch bodies its pretty freaky. When four people switch bodies, well, it has Amber and Scott discussing the aptly named "Freakier Friday"
Duration:00:19:38
E190 - The Knife - What Would YOU Do?
9/26/2025
Just an FYI, if someone breaks into your house, and you, um, neutralize them, that's called self-defense. You don't need to paint any picture other than that, and you certainly don't need to be a lying family who lies, discussed after watching "The Knife"
Duration:00:21:05
E189 - Americana - What Would YOU Do?
9/23/2025
Amber and Scott discuss "Americana," a crime thriller centered around the theft of a priceless Native American ghost shirt. The film follows a waitress and a veteran as they pursue the stolen artifact, encountering violence, cultural clashes, and unexpected twists along the way. Their journey involves a surprisingly good child actor, a loveable but impulsive veteran, and a darkly comedic look at cultural appropriation. The discussion includes lively debate on the film's themes and memorable scenes.
Duration:00:21:50
E188 - Weapons - What Would YOU Do?
9/19/2025
Amber and Scott discuss the mystery thriller "Weapons," where nearly an entire class of children vanishes, leaving only one student and a community searching for answers. The film uses an intriguing, multi-perspective storytelling style, but leaves some plot points unresolved. The hosts debate the film's strengths and weaknesses, engaging in their signature "What Would You Do?" segments about the film's various unsettling scenarios.
Duration:00:21:02
E187 - The Home - What Would YOU Do?
9/17/2025
Amber and Scott discuss "The Home," a horror film where a young man performing community service at a retirement home uncovers a terrifying, decades-long conspiracy involving the residents' agelessness. They debate the film's plausibility, explore the ethical dilemmas faced by characters, and delve into some truly bizarre and darkly comedic moments. Expect plenty of "What Would You Do" scenarios and unexpected twists.
Duration:00:16:45
E186 - The Bad Guys 2 - What Would YOU Do?
9/15/2025
Amber and Scott, joined by their resident werewolf correspondent Morty, review "The Bad Guys 2," an animated film about reformed criminal animals struggling to navigate life as good guys. They discuss the film's themes of redemption, societal perception, and the challenges of changing one's identity. The episode also features their signature "What Would You Do" segment, exploring ethical dilemmas faced by the characters.
Duration:00:22:12
E185 - The Naked Gun - What Would YOU Do?
9/13/2025
Amber and Scott, joined by a surprise guest (or are they?), delve into the comedic chaos of "The Naked Gun." They discuss the film's absurd humor, Liam Neeson's performance as Frank Drebin Jr., and the movie's surprisingly relevant commentary on class and societal power dynamics. Prepare for a wildly unpredictable conversation filled with tangents and possibly audio proof of Scott losing his mind.
Duration:00:15:28
E184 - Sketch - What Would YOU Do?
9/8/2025
Amber and Scott, joined by Scott's mom Donna, discuss the film "Sketch," a PG-rated horror movie where a girl's drawings come to life. They explore the film's themes of grief, family communication, and the importance of emotional outlets, interwoven with hilarious tangents and a "What Would You Do?" segment. The episode also features a fun discussion about the film's unusual production and distribution.
Duration:00:20:32
E183 - The Fantastic 4: First Steps - What Would YOU Do?
9/5/2025
Amber and Scott discuss the 2025 Fantastic Four film, focusing on the absurdity of the plot and the characters' questionable decisions. They debate the moral dilemma of sacrificing a baby to save the Earth from Galactus and delve into the unexpected subplot of Johnny Storm's crush on Silver Surfer. The conversation takes humorous and unexpected turns, exploring various "what would you do" scenarios.
Duration:00:13:55
E182 - House on Eden - What Would YOU Do?
9/3/2025
What happens when a director watches a little too much Blair Witch Project and says "Hell, I can do that with a haunted house?". You get the movie Amber and Scott are discussing today, House on Eden
Duration:00:18:31
E181 - Oh, Hi! - What Would YOU Do?
9/1/2025
I know handcuffs can help to keep a relationship spicy, but this was too much spice as Amber and Scott discuss Oh, Hi!
Duration:00:28:00
E180 - Together - What Would YOU Do?
8/29/2025
Everyone likes a good two-for-one...until you're one of the two. Amber and Scott the metamorphic thriller, Together
Duration:00:24:12
E179 - The Smurfs - What Would YOU Do?
8/22/2025
What's blue, talks funny, and is three apples tall? No, it's not your emo baby brother, it's what Amber and Scott are discussing today: The Smurfs
Duration:00:23:11
E178 - I Know What You Did Last Summer - What Would YOU Do?
8/20/2025
Today Amber and Scott discuss what everyone should know by now: When you eff around, eventually you're gonna find out.
Duration:00:15:01
E177 - Eddington - What Would YOU Do?
8/19/2025
You think national politics are rough? You should try small town local politics. I hear its....killer, as Amber and Scott discuss Eddington.
Duration:00:25:21
E176 - Abraham's Boys: A Dracula Story - What Would YOU Do?
8/15/2025
Turns out Van Helsing was kind of a dick, as Amber, Scott, and our guest Von Murder discuss after watching Abraham's Boys: A Dracula Story.
Duration:00:19:45
E175 - Superman - What Would YOU Do?
8/13/2025
It's a bird! It's a plane! No, it's a box office bonanza! Amber and Scott discuss the movie Superman.
Duration:00:20:33