This week on In a World!, we’re stepping into the pastel-colored, chaos-filled world of The Royal Tenenbaums—Wes Anderson’s bittersweet tale of genius, failure, and questionable parenting. But this episode is more than just a deep dive into one of Anderson’s best films—it’s also a tribute to the legendary Gene Hackman, who delivered one of his finest (and most hilariously selfish) performances as Royal Tenenbaum.

Join me as I break down the film’s perfectly dysfunctional family, Anderson’s signature style, and why The Royal Tenenbaums still hits just as hard over 20 years later. Plus, we’ll discuss Hackman’s incredible career and why this movie would have been the perfect final bow. So grab your Dalmatian mice, avoid BB gun fights, and settle in for a Tenenbaum-sized dose of film talk

Suit up, grab your neuralyzers, and get ready to revisit one of the coolest, funniest, and most iconic sci-fi films of the ’90s! In this episode, I’m diving deep into Men in Black (1997), the movie that made Will Smith a certified box office king and paired him with the ultimate straight-faced partner, Tommy Lee Jones.

We’ll break down what makes this film still hold up today— from its pitch-perfect casting to the film’s brilliant mix of practical effects, fast-paced storytelling, and jokes that still land decades later. Plus, let’s us not forget, the what ifs! And of course, we’ll talk about that theme song.

So whether you’re an old-school fan or a first-time visitor to the MIB universe, join me as we break it all down and see if this movie still brings the same magic it did in 1997. Just don’t look directly into the red light when we’re done.

What happens when the biggest action star of the ‘80s and ‘90s pokes fun at his own legend? You get Last Action Hero—a film that was ahead of its time, blending explosive action with self-aware satire. But why did it flop in 1993? Was it the marketing? The timing? Or were audiences just not ready for a meta action movie?

In this episode, I’m joined by my brother Jason as we break down everything from Arnold’s legendary run leading up to this film, behind-the-scenes ‘what ifs,’ casting choices, and that infamous NASA rocket promotion. Plus, we dive into Last Action Hero’s legacy—has it finally found the appreciation it deserves?

Grab your magic ticket and step into the action with us!