By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor (Note: we are going to spoil the outcome of the first Ready Or Not film, so feel free to skip the first paragraph if you don’t want to know.) Sitting on the steps of her in-laws mansion, we thought the story was over for Grace. Covered in blood and having survived a horrific game of […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor In this episode, Kevin and returning guest Bryan conclude their Oscar conversation that they started last week. Following up on the predictions, they talk about the winners and how they felt about the 98th Annual Academy Award show. It’s a good time!
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor On this episode of The Spliced Reel Podcast, Kevin is joined by Bryan and they discuss Sinners and One Battle After Another. They talk about what they will win at the 98th annual Academy Awards and which film will come out on top. It’s not a competition but it’s a fun conversation. Then they talk […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Little did I know going into Hoppers that the town we live in would be represented in an unexpected way. Like most Pixar offerings as of late we weren’t sure what to expect going into their new film. It used to be a studio we could rely on but their offerings over the past few […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor As teenagers in the late 1900’s, Kevin and his guest Serina watched as a new horror icon wasborn with 1996’s Scream. Having witnessed the ups and downs, they get together in thisepisode to chat about Scream 7 and the franchise as a whole. Join them as they reminisceabout the films and what they have meant […]
Check out the first episode of The Spliced Reel Podcast with Pastrami Nation’s own Kevin Hosksinson which is out now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Kevin is joined by Christian and Bryan and they splice together their thoughts on Christopher Nolan’s filmography. Head over there and subscribe! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/…/the…/id1879976126… Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/25UEwZTcskPzLuF0RBDQy7…
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Pastrami Nation Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die is more than just a film; it’s a plea to the future. It’s an unhinged thrill ride that is full of heart and laughs, with a couple of moments that will leave you speechless. At the helm is Gore Verbinski, who hasn’t made a film in over […]
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Dead Man’s Wire Review By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation Even though Dead Man’s Wire takes place in 1977, it’s a story with themes that very much resonate today. Based on a true story, the film is about Tony Kiritsis, a man who entered the office of Richard Hall and took him hostage for almost three days. Richard […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor I had moment to put together this awesome piece of Bat-Lore, the LEGO Gotham City Skyline! Check it out!!!
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation All in all, 2025 was a great year for film. There were certainly some misfires, but for the most part, it was full of wonderful and interesting surprises. Despite the drama surrounding the studio, Warner Bros came out on top with one of the most successful slates in years. Both the MCU […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor One of the things the past couple of years has shown us is that video game adaptations can actually be decent to great when there is heart put into it. The Last of Us came out swinging on HBO, and The Super Mario Bros. Movie was a massive success with both fans and general audiences alike […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation Celebrating anime since 2003, Kumoricon in Portland Oregon is an annual tradition for many in the Pacific Northwest. There is no shortage of nerdy events taking place year round in Oregon, but this is a special one. Its emphasis on anime and Japanese culture sets it apart from the rest and gives […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Check out Kumoricon, taking place in Portland, OR- celebrating anime and Japanese culture since 2003! So many amazing cosplayers and vendors! Learn more at https://www.kumoricon.org/.
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation A girl with a guitar never has to apologize for anything. Grady Hendrix’s We Sold Our Souls is a rollicking love letter to heavy metal and the mythos created by it. Inherently “evil” and “the devil’s music”, he plays on the very ideas that made the genre so appealing to so many, […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation Good Boy is a haunted house movie like no other. It has all the elements you expect but tells its story in a genuinely unique way. What could have easily been a gimmick turns into a highly relatable and compelling way to see the world. As any animal lover can attest, our pets […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation The LEGO Group has done it again, taking a nostalgic leap straight into our childhoods with their latest creation: the LEGO Nintendo Game Boy. It’s a blast from the past that feels so authentic, you will expect to hear the classic startup chime. Whether you are a longtime Nintendo fan or just love […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation On July 17, 1989, Splash Mountain opened at Disneyland and became an instant classic. Based on the 1946 animated film Song of the South, it reintroduced generations to Br’er Rabbit and the iconic song “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah.” I was just nine years old at the time, and I vividly remember visiting the park shortly […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Check out my build video of the LEGO Disney Pixar Luxo Jr set!
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor Netflix has done very well with their original animated films over the years. The Mitchell’s Vs. The Machines, Guillermo Del Toro’s Pinocchio, Nimona, Wendell & Wild, and Klaus are just some of the highlights that the streaming service has licensed. The newest entry in that lineup is KPop: Demon Hunters, a musical action film that is […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation In a recent poll conducted by analyst and author Stephen Follows, 55% of exhibition executives agreed that the cinema experience as we currently know it will not be a viable business model in 20 years. The poll surveyed 246 film executives in the United States and wanted to find out what they thought […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor When Disney’s Lilo & Stitch was released in 2002, it was met with a warm reception, both from audiences and critics alike. People loved the film, and it went on to be a box office success at a time when Walt Disney Studios was floundering. They were coming from a decade of the Disney Renaissance and […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Join us for a special interview about the new book “Escaping Death: The Unauthorized Story Behind The Final Destination Movies”. Kevin Hoskinson speaks to author Padraic Maroney about the book and the epic film franchise. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, iHeartRadio and more! Pastrami Nation · Pastrami Nation Podcast Interview- Escaping Death with […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor It’s no secret that the once mighty MCU has been flailing lately. For the first ten years, it was a powerhouse, producing hit after hit and films that both audiences and critics reacted to positively. When they wrapped up The Infinity Saga with Avengers: Endgame, it left many wondering what was next and if they could […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor The new documentary Not Just A Goof explores the making of A Goofy Movie in-depth and its lasting impact. It features exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with Director Kevin Lima, producer Dan Rounds, voice actors Bill Farmer and Jason Marsden, and animators. Coming off the success of films like The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, […]
By Kevin Hoskinson, Entertainment Editor A Pastrami Nation Special! Entertainment Editor Kevin Hoskinson sat down with creators Ethan Sacks and Brian DeCubellis to talk about their upcoming series Dark Honor, hitting stores this May from Image Comics!
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor Photo Credits: James Coletta for C2E2/ReedPop Right off the bat, Chicago is a city like no other. The city has a gruff exterior, but its interior is filled with warmth and acceptance. Everything about it instantly takes hold the minute you get there, and even visiting from far away, you feel like you belong. That said, […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor Earlier this year, Los Angeles was devastated by horrible wildfires. While fires are nothing new in Southern California, this was different. It was an unstoppable beast that spread faster than usual due to a drier-than-usual season and hurricane-force winds. It was unlike any weather event in California history, and the destruction left behind will take years […]
By Staff Reports ReedPop, the world’s leading producer of pop culture events, today unveiled the lineup for Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo’s (C2E2) first comedy programming track, featuring laugh-out-loud stand-up shows, improv troupes, and celebrity comedians. C2E2 returns to McCormick Place from April 11 through April 13 with a robust lineup of special guests, panelists, exhibitors, and more. Comedy programming […]