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Flick FlopsHonest, unfiltered reviews of the worst movies Author: Tummy Twins Media
Welcome to Flick Flops, the podcast where we take a deep dive into movies that were critically panned, but may not necessarily be as bad as their reputation suggests. We're here to wade through the muck and give you our honest thoughts on the best and worst aspects of these films. From bad acting and poor writing to uneven pacing and cringe-worthy dialogue, we'll be analyzing every aspect of these cinematic disasters to determine whether they truly deserve their reputation as "bad movies". But, we also recognize that there can be a certain charm to even the most notorious flops, and we'll be exploring whether these films have any redeeming qualities. So, whether you're a die-hard fan of bad movies or just love to hate-watch the occasional train wreck, this is the podcast for you. This is Flick Flops, and we're about to take you on a journey through the world of cinematic failures. Language: en Genres: Comedy, Film Reviews, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 163 - Song Sung Blue (2025) - A Rare Diamond? - Good Film Hunting Review
Episode 163
Thursday, 2 April, 2026
This week on Good Film Hunting, we’re breaking out an acoustic guitar for a little Song Sung Blue (2025).This heartfelt musical drama from Craig Brewer stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as Mike and Claire Sardina, a Midwest couple who chase their dreams by forming a Neil Diamond tribute band called Lightning and Thunder. Did this movie make us forever blue (in jeans) or do we think you and Cracklin' Rosie should get on board?#GoodFilmHunting #MovieReview #SongSungBlue #CraigBrewer #HughJackman #KateHudson #NeilDiamond #MusicalDrama #BiographicalFilm #FilmDiscussion #DramaMovie #mustwatchfilm 📅 Release DetailsTitle: Song Sung BlueYear: 2025Director: Craig BrewerWriter: Craig BrewerTop Billed Stars: Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Michael Imperioli, Jim Belushi, Ella AndersonRunning Time: ~132 minutesCountry: United StatesOfficial Release Dates: Premiere at AFI Film Festival (Oct 26, 2025); U.S. theatrical release on December 25, 2025🧠 Deep Background & Hidden TriviaThe feature film Song Sung Blue is adapted from a 2008 documentary of the same name by Greg Kohs that followed the real-life Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder. Brewer encountered the doc at a festival and was inspired to dramatize the story.Craig Brewer, known for blending music and character (“Hustle & Flow,” “Dolemite Is My Name”), wrote, directed, and co-produced this film, placing emotional honesty above slick biopic tropes.Both Jackman and Hudson perform musical numbers in the film, mixing recorded and live vocals to capture the raw energy of stage tribute acts.Kate Hudson’s portrayal earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Lead Actress in a Musical/Comedy, marking a significant career moment cementing her musical credibility.The movie pays homage to a niche but dedicated corner of American music culture — grassroots tribute bands — turning what could’ve been a quirky footnote into an emotionally resonant main story.🎥 Other Notable ProjectsCraig Brewer – Made his mark with Hustle & Flow (2005), which blends gritty character drama with blues and hip-hop music, a precursor to this more melodic but emotionally driven story.Hugh Jackman – From blockbuster ebullience in The Greatest Showman (2017) to nuanced musicals like Les Misérables (2012), Jackman brings vocal experience and stage presence to the film’s musical core.Kate Hudson – Beyond breakout roles like Almost Famous (2000), Hudson has leaned into musical performance recently, including her debut album Glorious (2024), which informed her grounded vocal work here.🔗 Social LinksYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tummytwinsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flickflopspod/X: https://twitter.com/flickflopspodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tummytwinsmediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodfilmhuntingpod
