Kathia Woods (@Kathia_Woods) shares her firsthand experience covering Essence Fest 2025, from the vibrant atmosphere to the candid conversations about its relevance in today's landscape. She and Reggie Ponder (@TheReelCritic) dive deep into the festival's evolution, the changes attendees observed this year, and some of the key issues that reportedly plagued the iconic event. Plus, Reggie shines a spotlight on the compelling new film '40 Acres' – a must-see post-apocalyptic thriller from a Black perspective. Tune in for a critical look at culture, community, and cinema!

Reggie and Kathi dive into James Gunn's highly anticipated Superman (2025) film! Does this fresh take on the Man of Steel successfully elevate the DCU, or does it fall victim to lingering superhero fatigue? We'll discuss David Corenswet's portrayal of Superman, Rachel Brosnahan's Lois Lane, and the film's overall tone and message. Listen and find out what these critics really think!

This week, Reggie and Kathia recap Kathia's trip to the south of France to attend Cannes, Review Tom Cruise's farewell to Mission: Impossible with the film Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and take a look at a very successful box office.