FlickRadio: Honest Movie Talk / KRMS Radio Archive

CinemaCon 2026, streaming vs theatrical, and a breakout box office weekend.
On this episode of FlickRadio, Guy T. Wehman, Allison Rose, and Steven Lebowitz dive into the latest box office results as Project Hail Mary opens strong worldwide, setting the tone for the next wave of theatrical releases.
The conversation shifts to CinemaCon 2026, where major changes are expected, including evolving studio strategies and the continued battle between theatrical exclusivity and streaming-first releases.
The team also reviews new films, including Pretty Lethal, along with Forbidden Fruit and Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, breaking down what works, what doesn’t, and what audiences can expect.
Plus, classic movie picks this week include Reservoir Dogs (1992), All That Jazz (1979), and I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997).
Weekly movie reviews, box office breakdowns, and industry insight from FlickDirect and KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM.

This week on FlickRadio, Guy T. Wehman is joined by critics Allison Rose and Steven Leibowitz to break down the latest box office, from Hoppers holding the top spot to the strong profit potential of low-budget horror.
The conversation then turns to this week’s biggest new releases, including Project Hail Mary, which both critics praise as one of the strongest films of the year so far, and Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, which delivers another round of horror, humor, and surprises. Read FlickDirect’s full review of Ready or Not 2: Here I Come.
Why Hoppers continues to connect with family audiences
How low-budget horror keeps turning into big profits
Why Project Hail Mary could be one of 2026’s standout films
What works in Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Quick Oscar reactions and what surprised the team most
Classic picks, including Major League, Cast Away, and Finding Nemo
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FlickRadio Podcast: Oscars Debate and Box Office Analysis Special Episode
An archived discussion capturing awards-season expectations and theatrical trends
This archived episode of FlickRadio captures a moment in the film industry during awards season, as hosts Guy Wayman, Allison Rose, and Steven Leibowitz analyze box office developments and critical reactions to major releases.
The conversation explores the theatrical performance of Hoppers, the reception of The Bride!, and industry expectations surrounding award contenders at the time. The episode offers insight into how predictions and momentum shaped the awards conversation during that period.
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FlickRadio: Scream 7 Backlash, The Bride Debate & Box Office Shifts
This week on FlickRadio, Guy T. Wehman is joined by Allison Rose and Steven Leibowitz to break down the biggest stories in movies right now.
The conversation starts with Scream 7, which opened at number one but is already facing harsh reactions that could hurt its staying power. The trio also dives into The Bride, discussing Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, and Maggie Gyllenhaal’s unusual approach to the material.
Why Scream 7 may have opened strongly but still be in trouble
The divided reaction to The Bride
How Goat, Wuthering Heights, and Zootopia 2 are performing
Quick thoughts on Hoppers and other new releases
Classic picks of the week, including The Bride of Frankenstein, A Clockwork Orange, and The Land Before Time
This episode also touches on franchise fatigue, box office math, and how quickly word of mouth can change the direction of a film’s run.
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FlickRadio: Goat Takes No. 1, Scream 7 Opens & Box Office Strategy Explained
This week on FlickRadio, Guy T. Wehman is joined by critics Allison Rose and Steven Leibowitz to break down the latest box office shifts.
Goat climbs to the top spot while Wuthering Heights sees a post-Valentine’s drop. The panel explains how studios calculate profitability, why marketing budgets matter, and what makes a film truly successful. The conversation also covers I Can Only Imagine 2, Crime 101, the Elvis concert documentary, and the projected opening of Scream 7.
Why Goat moved into the No. 1 spot
How studios calculate real box office success
The role of marketing and merchandising
Scream 7 expectations and franchise power
Classic picks, including Revenge of the Nerds and Ghost
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FlickRadio: Wuthering Heights Leads, Sequel Strategy & Apocalypse Now Tribute
This week on FlickRadio, Guy T. Wehman is joined by critics Allison Rose and Steven Leibowitz to break down a rare box office weekend where the top three films are all new releases.
The panel discusses the performance of Wuthering Heights, family entry Goat, and crime drama Crime 101, while debating sequel timing, franchise strategy, and whether originality can still compete in a sequel-driven industry. The conversation also explores Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, new horror offerings, and what’s ahead as awards season approaches.
Why Wuthering Heights surged during Valentine’s weekend
The franchise math behind sequels and studio strategy
Can original films still break through?
Upcoming releases and horror watchlist
Classic picks honoring Robert Duvall
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FlickRadio: Send Help Holds Strong, Zootopia 3 Strategy & Wuthering Heights Debate
This week on FlickRadio, Guy T. Wehman is joined by Allison Rose and Steven Leibowitz for a Friday the 13th edition of Movie Talk.
The panel breaks down the continued box-office momentum of Send Help, the surprising longevity of Zootopia 2, and whether studios should rush sequels or let anticipation build over time.
The conversation also explores Wuthering Heights, the originality of Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, horror entry Dollygout, and new releases aiming to challenge family audiences.
Why Send Help continues to outperform expectations
The business gamble behind Zootopia 3
Modern twists in Wuthering Heights
Original storytelling vs. franchise fatigue
Classic picks from 1999 and Olympic inspiration
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Send Help Holds, Iron Lung, Breaks Out, and Horror Gets Weird
This week on Movie Talk, Guy T. Wehman is joined by critics Allison Rose and Steven Leibowitz to sort out what’s actually worth seeing right now—and what belongs in the January junk pile.
The discussion focuses on why Send Help continues to connect with audiences, how Iron Lung became an unlikely breakout with a built-in fanbase, and a range of new horror releases that divide opinion. Along the way, the trio weighs word-of-mouth versus hype, studio expectations, and why some films collapse the moment they hit theaters.
Why Send Help is outperforming expectations
The unexpected success story behind Iron Lung
New horror releases that miss the mark
January box office realities vs. studio hopes
Classic picks worth revisiting
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Movie Talk: Mercy, Send Help, and the Jason Statham Debate
This week on Movie Talk, Guy T. Wehman is joined by critics Allison Rose and Steven Leibovitz to break down a major January box office shift as Mercy finally pushes Avatar out of the top spot.
The conversation dives into Sam Raimi’s return to horror with Send Help, whether it rises above January expectations, and a spirited disagreement over Jason Statham’s latest action film, Shelter—is it solid genre entertainment or pure January junk?
The episode also takes a turn toward film history as the panel discusses the Library of Congress adding 25 films to the National Film Registry for 2025, highlighting why preservation and cultural impact still matter in modern moviegoing.
Why Mercy topping the box office isn’t exactly a victory
Sam Raimi’s horror instincts and what works in Send Help
A divided take on Jason Statham’s Shelter
January release strategies and studio expectations
National Film Registry additions and classic picks of the week
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Avatar, January Releases, and the Reality of the Winter Box Office
This week’s episode looks at why Avatar: Fire and Ash continues to dominate the box office while January releases fail to gain momentum.
The conversation explores why films like Mercy, Return to Silent Hill, and other winter releases arrive with big ideas but limited staying power, while family films and legacy titles continue to outperform expectations.
Why January remains Hollywood’s most unforgiving release window
Which franchises may be nearing the end of their run
Oscar snubs that sparked debate this week
How nostalgia releases quietly and adds real box office value
The episode closes with classic film picks that remind us why some movies endure long after opening weekend.