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ROJ-240: “The People vs. The Fabelmans” with Dwight Hurst

We celebrate Awards Season in style when Dwight Hurst (“Broken Brain” Podcast) prosecutes one of the year’s so-called ‘best pictures,’ Steven Spielberg’s “The Fabelmans.” Plus, the prestigious 72nd Annual Reelsie Awards (don’t try and pretend we just made them up). *** Prosecutor: Dwight Hurst. Defense: Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Judge: The Honorable Maynard Bangs. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar, Maynard Bangs. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT ...

Mar 16, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 3Ep. 147

ROJ-239: “The People vs. Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)” with Brian Haas

We let ‘er rip this week when Brian Haas (“BS Movies” Podcast) spins around dangerously with a chainsaw while defending the 2022 horror sequel, “Texas Chainsaw Massacre.” *** Prosecutor: Big Ben Haslar. Defense: Brian Haas. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Maynard Bangs, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Mar 09, 20231 hrSeason 3Ep. 146

ROJ-238: “The People vs. Eternals” with Simon Majumdar

Legends and heroes collide this week when Simon Majumdar (“Food Network’s Tournament of Champions”/”Eat My Globe” Podcast) tears into Marvel Studios’ 2021 effort, “Eternals.” *** Prosecutor: Simon Majumdar. Defense: Maynard Bangs. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Mar 02, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 145

ROJ-237: “Star Wars vs. Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back” with Marty Ketola and Clif Campbell

There is no try when filmmakers Marty Ketola and Clif Campbell (“Revenge of Zoe”) look to settle one of the biggest arguments in nerdom in the court this week; which is better, “Star Wars” or “The Empire Strikes Back?” *** “Star Wars”: Marty Ketola. “Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back”: Clif Campbell. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golde...

Feb 23, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 144

ROJ-236: “The People vs. Tales from the Crypt Presents: Bordello of Blood” with Jason Stein and Gilbert Adler

This week’s case is sure to get your blood pumping when Jason Stein (“Dads From the Crypt” Podcast) calls director Gilbert Adler to the stand to testify against his own movie, 1996’s “Tales from the Crypt Presents: Bordello of Blood.” *** Prosecutor: Jason Stein. Defense: Maynard Bangs. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Special Guest Witness: Gilbert Adler. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original The...

Feb 16, 202359 minSeason 3Ep. 143

ROJ-235: “Clue vs. Sleuth” with Jeremy Black

This week, Jeremy Black makes the big reveal when the court investigates a real 'whowunnit' between two criminally comedic contestants, 1985’s “Clue” and 1972’s “Sleuth.” *** “Clue”: Jeremy Black. “Sleuth”: Dylan J. Schlender. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Feb 09, 202358 minSeason 3Ep. 142

ROJ-234: “The People vs. The Last Samurai” with Timothy Sullivan

Kanpai! The Sake Samurai Timothy Sullivan (“Sake Revolution”) unsheathes his katana against his most hated adversary, 2003’s period war film, “The Last Samurai.” *** Prosecutor: Timothy Sullivan. Defense: Big Ben Haslar. Judge: The Honorable Maynard Bangs. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Feb 02, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 141

ROJ-233: “The People vs. 2010: The Year We Make Contact” with Robin Warder

The court embarks on a cosmic excursion of sorts when Robin Warder (“The Trail Went Cold” Podcast) defends the sequel to “2001: A Space Odyssey,” 1984’s “2010: The Year We Make Contact.” *** Prosecutor: Dylan J. Schlender. Defense: Robin Warder. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Jan 26, 20231 hrSeason 3Ep. 140

ROJ-232: “The People vs. Spider-Man: No Way Home” with Thomas Greene

Podcast man Thomas Greene (“Perpetual Cinema”) does whatever a podcast can when he swings into the courtroom this week to prosecute 2022’s star-studded “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” *** Prosecutor: Thomas Greene. Defense: Maynard Bangs. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Jan 19, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 139

ROJ-231: “The People vs. Ghostbusters: Afterlife” with Bouncin’ Bobby LePire

Who ya gonna call when Bouncin’ Bobby LePire (“Film Threat”) vents his frustrations with the foul obnoxious muck that is 2021’s supernatural comedy “Ghostbusters: Afterlife.” *** Prosecutor: Bouncin’ Bobby LePire. Defense: Dylan J. Schlender. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Jan 12, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 138

ROJ-230: “The People vs. Freddy Got Fingered” with Leroy Patterson

The new year begins with stuntman Leroy Patterson (“Fists of Fury”) grabbing the horse by the… unmentionables when he defends the 2001 comedy “Freddy Got Fingered.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Leroy Patterson. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Jan 05, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 137

ROJ-229: “The People vs. The Family Man” with Dwight Hurst

We wrap up 2022 with a bow when Dwight Hurst (“Broken Brain” Podcast) airs his grievances with the 2000 Nicolas Cage flick, “The Family Man.” *** Prosecutor: Dwight Hurst. Defense: Big Ben Haslar. Judge: The Honorable Maynard Bangs. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Dec 29, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 136

ROJ-228: “How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) vs. A Charlie Brown Christmas” with Kaleigh DuLac

This week, us nasty, wasty skunks are out to learn what Christmas is all about when we pit 1966’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” against 1965’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” to determine which is the Greatest Christmas Special of All Time. *** “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”: Ryan Luis Rodriguez. “A Charlie Brown Christmas”: Big Ben Haslar. Judge: The Honorable Maynard Bangs. Jurors: Kaleigh DuLac, Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. ...

Dec 22, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 135

ROJ-227: “Galaxy Quest vs. Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” with Jack Bennett

By Grabthar’s Hammer, what a showdown! This week, Jack Bennett (“Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary”) looks to prove that 1999’s “Galaxy Quest” is a better movie than the 1982 sci-fi classic, “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.” *** “Galaxy Quest”: Jack Bennett. “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan”: Dylan J. Schlender. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Maynard Bangs, Big Ben Haslar. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT...

Dec 15, 20221 hr 18 minSeason 3Ep. 134

ROJ-226: “The People vs. Halloween Ends” with Kandice Martellaro

The nightmare before Christmas continues when Kandice Martellaro (“Stan Against Evil”) takes a stab at defending the latest entry in the Michael Myers saga, 2022’s “Halloween Ends.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Kandice Martellaro. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Dec 08, 20221 hrSeason 3Ep. 133

ROJ-225: “The People vs. Halloween III: Season of the Witch” with Deanna Rooney

In keeping with the holiday season, Deanna Rooney (“Mystery Science Theater 3000”) speaks up for the black sheep of the franchise, “Halloween III: Season of the Witch.” *** Prosecutor: Dylan J. Schlender. Defense: Deanna Rooney. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Big Ben Haslar, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Dec 01, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 132

ROJ-224: “From Russia With Love vs. Funeral in Berlin” with Jeremy Black

It’s spy vs. spy when Professor Jeremy Black represents the 1963 James Bond film “From Russia With Love” against the 1966 Harry Palmer film “Funeral in Berlin.” *** “From Russia With Love”: Jeremy Black. “Funeral in Berlin”: Maynard Bangs. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Big Ben Haslar. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Nov 24, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 131

ROJ-223: “The People vs. I Know What You Did Last Summer” with Jack Bennett

Hell on Reels comes to a bitter end when Jack Bennett (“Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary”) fulfills his jury summons as we prosecute 1997’s “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” *** Prosecutor: Big Ben Haslar. Defense: Dylan J. Schlender. Judge: The Honorable Maynard Bangs. Jurors: Jack Bennett, Maynard Bangs, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Nov 17, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 3Ep. 130

ROJ-222: “The People vs. Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2” with C.K. Kimball

We literally won’t let Hell on Reels go as C.K. Kimball (“Everybody Hates Clowns”) gets us lost in the woods of 2000’s “Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2.” *** Prosecutor: Big Ben Haslar. Defense: C.K. Kimball. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Nov 10, 202257 minSeason 3Ep. 129

ROJ-221: “The People vs. Trick ‘r Treat” with Jeremy Bates and Jason Parent

Hell on Reels doesn’t end just because October’s done! Authors Jeremy Bates and Jason Parent (“October’s End: Halloween Horror Stories”) keep the season alive as we debate the best segment in the 2007 Halloween anthology film “Trick ‘r Treat.” *** “Surprise Party”: Jeremy Bates. “Principal”: Jason Parent. “Sam”: Maynard Bangs. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Big Ben Haslar. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original ...

Nov 03, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 3Ep. 128

ROJ-220: “The People vs. Phenomena” with Ray Auger

Hell on Reels just keeps getting weirder when Ray Auger (“New England Legends”/”Don’t Quit Your Day Job” Podcast) is tasked with prosecuting Dario Argento’s 1985 fever dream “Phenomena.” *** Prosecutor: Ray Auger. Defense: Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender, Big Ben Haslar. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Oct 27, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 127

ROJ-219: “The People vs. Dead Silence” with D-Rok Schlender

This #HellonReels features more dummies than usual when D-Rok Schlender (“Schlender 5 Productions/Trailer Trash’d”) throws his voice to defend the 2007 horror film “Dead Silence.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: D-Rok Schlender. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Big Ben Haslar, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Oct 20, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 126

ROJ-218: “The People vs. Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood” with Clay Keller

Hell on Reels keeps rolling this week as Clay Keller (“Screen Drafts” Podcast) returns from the dead to defend the 1988 slasher film “Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood.” *** Prosecutor: Big Ben Haslar. Defense: Clay Keller. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Oct 13, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 125

ROJ-217: “The People vs. The Bay” with Raz Cunningham

The court kicks off Hell on Reels 2022 right when Raz Cunningham (“Grizzly Drill”) gives a hoot and defends the 2012 found footage eco-horror mockumentary “The Bay.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Raz Cunningham. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Big Ben Haslar, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Oct 06, 202258 minSeason 3Ep. 124

ROJ-216: “The People vs. High Plains Drifter” with 1 Called Manders

Saddle up! America’s Favorite Independent Pro Wrestler 1 Called Manders rides into the courtroom this week to defend the 1973 western “High Plains Drifter.” *** Prosecutor: Dylan J. Schlender. Defense: 1 Called Manders. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Maynard Bangs, Big Ben Haslar. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Sep 29, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 123

ROJ-215: “The People vs. Spice World” with Shocked & Applaud

Spice up your life this week as Lydia, Naomi, Jen and Sean from the Shocked & Applaud podcast join the court to defend the 1997 musical comedy “Spice World.” *** Prosecutor: Big Ben Haslar. Defense: Shocked & Applaud. Judge: The Honorable Ryan Luis Rodriguez. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Sep 22, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 122

ROJ-214: “Ocean’s 11 (1960) vs. Ocean’s Eleven (2001)” with Jeremy Black

The house always wins when Jeremy Black again sets foot in the court to pit the 1960 heist film “Ocean’s 11” against its 2001 remake “Ocean’s Eleven.” *** “Ocean’s 11 (1960)”: Jeremy Black. “Ocean’s Eleven (2001)”: Dylan J. Schlender. Judge: The Honorable Maynard Bangs. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Big Ben Haslar. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Sep 15, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 121

ROJ-213: “The People vs. A View to a Kill” with Matt Sherman and Andrew McNess

This week, Matt Sherman (“James Bond Fan Events”) breaks out his best Walken impression against author Andrew McNess ("The Shark is Always There: Navigating 'Jaws: The Revenge'") as the court arraigns the 1985 Bond film “A View to a Kill.” *** Prosecutor: Matt Sherman. Defense: Andrew McNess. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar.. Jurors: Maynard Bangs, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you thin...

Sep 08, 20221 hrSeason 3Ep. 120

ROJ-212: “The People vs. The Adventures of Ford Fairlane” with Lou Perez

Yo! Snapperhead! Author/comedian Lou Perez (“That Joke Isn’t Funny Anymore”) returns to the court this week to defend the 1990 Andrew Dice Clay vehicle, “The Adventures of Ford Fairlane.” *** Prosecutor: Dylan J. Schlender. Defense: Lou Perez. Judge: The Honorable Big Ben Haslar. Jurors: Ryan Luis Rodriguez, Maynard Bangs, Big Ben Haslar. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Sep 01, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 119

ROJ-211: “The People vs. Vampire’s Kiss” with Galen Howard

The court goes a little batty when Galen Howard (“The Book of Boba Fett”) takes on the horrible, horrible job of defending the 1988 Nic Cage film, “Vampire’s Kiss.” *** Prosecutor: Maynard Bangs. Defense: Galen Howard. Judge: The Honorable Dylan J. Schlender. Jurors: Big Ben Haslar, Dylan J. Schlender, Ryan Luis Rodriguez. *** Advisory: Silvana Carranza. Prologue: Kirk R. Thatcher. Original Theme: WT Golden. What did you think of the verdict?...

Aug 25, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 118
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