The Reel Critic
A breakdown of box office numbers and "reel talk" on the latest movies with Reggie Ponder.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 7 minutes
- Episodes
- 211
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
The Reel Critic Talks the Chicago International Film Festival
The 59th annual Chicago International Film Festival returns Oct. 11. In this week’s segment, Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder dives into all the things you need to know before it kicks off. The festiv…
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Fri 06 Oct 2023
The Reel Critic Puts A Spotlight On ‘The Super Models’
In this week’s segment, Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder shares his thoughts on the Apple TV+ series, “The Super Models,” plus a behind-the-scenes conversation with directors Larissa Bills and Roger R…
00:04:17 |
Fri 29 Sep 2023
The Reel Critic Reviews 'A Million Miles Away'
In this week’s segment, Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder shares his thoughts and opinions on the film ‘A Million Miles Away.’ The movie tells the true story of José Hernández (played by Michael Peña) …
00:03:01 |
Fri 22 Sep 2023
The Reel Critic Reviews 'Dumb Money'
This week on “The Reel Critic,” resident film critic Reggie Ponder shares his thoughts on the new film ‘Dumb Money.’ Often described as a modern-day “David vs. Goliath” story, ‘Dumb Money’ is based o…
00:03:12 |
Fri 15 Sep 2023
The Reel Critic Faces ‘The Equalizer 3’
This week for “The Reel Critic,” resident film critic Reggie Ponder brings listeners his take on the third and final action-packed installment of ‘The Equalizer’ trilogy. Now living in Southern Italy…
00:02:47 |
Fri 08 Sep 2023
The Reel Critic Reviews 'The Hill'
‘The Hill’ retells the true story of Texas baseball player Rickey Hill, who overcame physical obstacles caused by a degenerative spine disease to try out for a major league scout. Check out The Reel …
00:02:58 |
Tue 29 Aug 2023
The Reel Critic Reviews ‘Blue Beetle’
This week, The Reel Critic breaks down the new DC superhero film ‘Blue Beetle.’ The story follows a young Jaime Reyes, whose life heads into a new trajectory when he comes into contact with the scara…
00:03:18 |
Fri 18 Aug 2023
The Reel Critic Talks 'Stephen Curry: Underrated'
This week on “The Reel Critic,” resident film critic Reggie Ponder breaks down his thoughts on the new Apple TV+ movie, ‘Stephen Curry: Underrated.’ This film chronicles the life of Stephen Curry and…
00:02:57 |
Fri 11 Aug 2023
The Reel Critic: Fan Expo, SAG Strike and ‘Swagger’
This week on “The Reel Critic,” resident film critic Reggie Ponder breaks down his thoughts on the Apple TV+ series ‘Swagger’ with director Reggie Rock Bythewood. They discuss season two of the serie…
00:04:13 |
Mon 07 Aug 2023
The Reel Critic Triple-Feature: 'Haunted Mansion,' 'The League' & 'Black Ice'
This week on “The Reel Critic,” resident film critic Reggie Ponder premieres a triple-feature discussing his thoughts on ‘Haunted Mansion,’ plus documentaries ‘Black Ice’ and ‘The League.’ ‘Haunted M…
00:03:37 |
Fri 28 Jul 2023
The Reel Critic: It’s A ‘Barbie’ World
This week on “The Reel Critic,” resident film critic Reggie Ponder breaks down his thoughts on the new live-action ‘Barbie’ film, directed by Greta Gerwig. The film stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosli…
00:03:03 |
Fri 21 Jul 2023
The Reel Critic Reviews 'Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1'
Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder discusses the latest installment of the ‘Mission Impossible’ franchise, ‘Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1.’ In the film, Ethan Hunt must track down a terrifyi…
00:03:16 |
Fri 14 Jul 2023
Idris Elba Discusses His New Series “Hijack” With The Reel Critic
Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Idris Elba about his new show “Hijack.” They dive into the dynamics of the array of the series’ characters. Elba port…
00:02:44 |
Fri 07 Jul 2023
The Reel Critic Goes Back In Time With 'Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny'
Preparing to retire from his college professorship, Indiana Jones is sucked into another adventure in search of an ancient artifact with the capabilities to turn back time. Indy and his goddaughter, …
00:02:55 |
Fri 30 Jun 2023
Reggie Ponder Discusses Empowerment With The Cast of 'Run The World'
Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder sits down with lead actresses of the STARZ comedy ‘Run The World,’ Amber Stevens West, Bresha Webb and Corbin Reid, to discuss season two of the series. Season two fol…
00:05:42 |
Fri 23 Jun 2023
The Reel Critic Double-Feature: ‘The Flash’ And ‘The Blackening’
This week’s segment of “The Reel Critic” brings Reggie’s reviews on two films out June 16: ‘The Flash’ and ‘The Blackening.’ ‘The Flash’ follows its titular character (played by Ezra Miller) as he tr…
00:03:53 |
Fri 16 Jun 2023
The Reel Critic Discusses 'The Blackening' With Writer Dewayne Perkins
Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder interviews writer Dewayne Perkins on his new film, ‘The Blackening.’ The horror film follows a group of friends who reunite for a Juneteenth weekend staying at a cabin…
00:04:28 |
Wed 14 Jun 2023
The Reel Critic Reviews ‘Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts’
Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder discusses the newest installment in the ‘Transformers’ franchise, ‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.’ This film takes place before the others in the series, finding th…
00:03:09 |
Fri 09 Jun 2023
The Reel Critic Travels 'Across The Spider-Verse'
Jump back into the comic book Multiverse with Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) in ‘Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse.’ After reuniting with Gwen Stacy (Hailee Steinfeld) and Peter Parker (Jake Johnson…
00:03:06 |
Fri 02 Jun 2023
The Reel Critic Goes Under The Sea With 'The Little Mermaid'
The Reel Critic is headed under the sea as he reviews the remake of Disney’s 1989 film ‘The Little Mermaid.’ Ariel (Halle Bailey), having a heart for adventure, makes a deal with the evil sea witch U…
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Fri 26 May 2023
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