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Press Play Action

Press Play Action

Written by: Jersey Nerds Productions
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Press Play Action is a movie review podcast produced by Jersey Nerds Productions and hosted by Jersey Nerd Mitchell Lea! Mitchell and his cohort of die hard movie nerds take a look at cinema in all forms, from cult classics, guilty pleasure films, whats currently on in theatres and everything in between. If you are a movie fan than this is where you need to be!© 2026 Jersey Nerds Productions Art Social Sciences
Episodes
  • 2011: A Year in Movies
    Jul 12 2026

    The Jersey Nerds are back with another deep dive into movie history, and this time we’re tackling 2011—a year that sparked plenty of debate! Was 2011 the weakest year in cinema during the 2010s, or does it deserve more credit than it gets?

    In this episode we discuss:

    🎥 Our Top 10 Movies of 2011
    The absolute WORST films of the year
    Why Drive sits at the top of the rankings
    Which Oscar contenders still hold up—and which don’t

    🎙️ Plus plenty of laughs, disagreements, hot takes, and a preview of what’s coming next on the podcast!

    Whether you love 2011 or think it was one of Hollywood’s roughest years, this episode is packed with rankings, movie trivia, and spirited discussion.

    🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!

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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • Movie Reviews: Mortal Kombat (1995) & Call Me By Your Name (2017)
    Jun 25 2026

    The Jersey Nerds are back with one of our most unexpected double features yet as we dive into Mortal Kombat and Call Me by Your Name.

    🥋 Mortal Kombat (1995) — the video game adaptation that proved game-to-film movies could be fun. From unforgettable fight scenes and iconic characters to that legendary techno soundtrack, we revisit why this cult classic continues to win over fans more than 30 years later.

    🍑 Call Me by Your Name — Luca Guadagnino’s beautifully crafted coming-of-age romance that captures the excitement, vulnerability, and heartbreak of first love. We discuss the breathtaking Italian setting, Timothée Chalamet’s acclaimed performance, the film’s emotional storytelling, and the unforgettable ending that lingers long after the credits roll.

    One tournament. One unforgettable summer. Endless discussion 🎙️

    🎧 Tune in now and join the watchthrough as we explore martial arts mayhem, heartfelt romance, standout performances, and why these two wildly different films have each earned a lasting place in modern cinema! 🍿🔥

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    56 mins
  • Movie Reviews: Predator 2 (1990) & Predators (2010)
    Jun 18 2026

    🎬 The Jersey Nerds are back for another hunt through the Predator franchise as we take on a deadly double feature: Predator 2 and Predators.


    🏙️ Predator 2 (1990) — the hunt moves from the jungle to the urban battlefield of Los Angeles, where a new Predator stalks gangs, cops, and anyone unlucky enough to cross its path. We discuss the film’s expansion of Predator lore, Danny Glover’s underrated performance, and the iconic ending that changed the franchise forever.


    🌎 Predators (2010) — a fresh twist on the formula that drops humanity’s deadliest killers onto an alien game preserve. From Adrien Brody’s unlikely action hero turn to the introduction of the Super Predators, we break down the film’s action, world-building, and why many fans consider it the best sequel after the original.


    Two hunts. Two battlefields. One legendary alien warrior. Endless discussion 🎙️


    🎧 Tune in now and join the watchthrough as we explore expanding Predator mythology, memorable kills, franchise connections, and where these films rank among the greatest hunts in sci-fi action history! 🔥👽💀

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    38 mins
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