Sound Speed Action

Author: Sohrab Amid-Hozour

Sound Speed Action offers a unique blend of movie reviews, special topics related to the entertainment industry, and deep dives into both recent movie releases and timeless favorites. From the latest box office hits to hidden gems and special episodes covering significant events like the 2023 American film industry strikes, we get into it here. Catch new episodes every month for the latest updates and plenty of recommendations to add to your watchlist. sohrabsmovieq.substack.com
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62. Spoiler Review: Blackberry (2023 film)
Sunday, 1 February, 2026

Today’s episode was recorded in August 2025.BlackBerry is an unusual, against-the-grain movie, much like the ground-shaking device it’s about. I’m very happy to have my father, Esmail Amid-Hozour, back on the podcast, along with my dear friend Kathy Garber, to break down this 2023 indie film and what makes it work, and where it stumbles.Director Matt Johnson pulls off something genuinely impressive here. The film, like the device itself, is far from perfect, but it captures the nostalgia of a pre-iPhone and pre-Android era with real energy. The story of RIM, Research In Motion, and the rise of the BlackBerry is chaotic, fast-moving, and sometimes messy, just like the movie telling it.Does that chaos work for the film, or does it hold it back? We don’t fully agree, and that difference of opinion drives much of this spirited conversation. Where do you land on this one?BlackBerry is streaming now on Hulu and Kanopy, and is available to rent on most major platforms.