In this episode of A Reel Pain, the generational tables turn. A Gen Z pick forces a millennial first-time watch as the crew dives into Death of a Unicorn—a dark, uncomfortable, and wildly polarizing film that sparks instant debate.

What starts as a fresh Gen Z recommendation quickly becomes a clash of expectations, nostalgia, and modern filmmaking sensibilities. From brutal tonal shifts and uncomfortable themes to standout performances and frustrating character choices, the hosts break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether this movie actually earns its reputation.

As always, initial ratings are locked in early, favorite and least favorite scenes are dissected, and no one pulls punches trying to defend their take. Does Death of a Unicorn reward its ambition, or does it collapse under it? And more importantly—does this Gen Z pick hold up for a millennial watching it for the very first time?

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A millennial and a Gen Zer clash over whether Lethal Weapon still deserves its “classic” status.

In this episode of A Reel Pain, John brings one of his most nostalgic picks to the table, while Matthew watches Lethal Weapon for the very first time — completely blind. What starts as a confident defense of an 80s action staple quickly turns into a much messier conversation about aging movies, character arcs that don’t quite land, and moments that feel increasingly uncomfortable through a modern lens.

As the discussion unfolds, nostalgia gets challenged, plot holes pile up, and the infamous final act sparks genuine frustration. By the end of the episode, ratings shift in real time, and no one walks away with quite the score they expected.

Final Ratings:

🎬 John (Millennial): 7.5 / 10

🎬 Matthew (Gen Z): 5.25 / 10

Is Lethal Weapon still lethal… or has time finally caught up with it?

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In this episode of A Reel Pain, Matthew (Gen-Z) finally convinces John (Millennial) to watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey for the first time — and the results are surprisingly wholesome.Together they debate whether Peter Jackson’s 2012 Tolkien return deserves more credit than it got at release. From Martin Freeman’s Bilbo to Gollum’s riddle scene to the controversy around stretching a children’s book into three movies, the hosts break down what works, what doesn’t, and why the internet got so weird about it.Topics in this episode:• Why Gen-Z defends The Hobbit• Why Millennials mostly skipped it• Book vs film adaptation differences• Does it hold up in 2026?• Fanbase expectations & backlash• Funniest and best scenes• Final ratingsFinal Scores:★ Matthew (Gen-Z): 9/10★ John (Millennial): 8.5/10🎧 New episodes every Friday — subscribe to join the generational movie wars.