Slack on Flicks

"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is Spectacular Web-Swinging Fun

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 20:42:35 +0000

WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack and digitil content producer Spencer Beehler breakdown why the Marvel Cinematic Universe's "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is most worthy of the "amazing" title.

Also discussed is the secret third entry in the "M3GAN" franchise: "SOULM8TE"

The Magnificence of "The Odyssey" with Miles Dearing and Spencer Beehler

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:13:14 +0000

Producer Miles Dearing joins Benjamin Slack and Spencer Beehler on his final day working at WNDU to talk about a movie 3000 years in the making. "The Odyssey" is directed by Christopher Nolan ("The Dark Knight" trilogy and "Oppenheimer") and starring nearly every actor in Hollywood: Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, John Leguizamo, Elliot Page, Jon Bernthal, Lupita Nyong'o, Mia Goth and Charlize Theron

Celebrating 95 Years of "Dracula" & "Frankenstein," plus 9 Decades of "Dracula's Daughter" with Antonia Carlotta

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:58:13 +0000

Hollywood historian and host of "Universally Me" Antonia Carlotta joins WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack to talk 9 decades of Universal Monsters history: "Dracula," "Frankenstein," and "Dracula's Daughter"

The Wasted Potential of "Supergirl" with Miles Dearing and Spencer Beehler

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:58:07 +0000

Benjamin Slack, Spencer Beehler and Miles Dearing are together again and this time, their talking about one of their most anticpated movies of the year and the dissappointment they had after watching it: "Supergirl." This is the 4th entry in the new DC Universe franchise, what does this mean for the future?

The Beautiful Storytelling in Disclosure Day

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:53:14 +0000

New 16 News Now News Producer Grace Phillips joins WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack and Spencer Beehler to talk about the newest extra terrestrial adventure from director Steven Spielberg: "Disclosure Day." They also talk about their favorite movies from the iconic filmmaker throughout the years

The Start of the 2026 Summer Blockbuster Season with Spencer Beehler and Miles Dearing

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:47:07 +0000

Benjamin Slack is joined by Spencer Beehler and Miles Dearing once again, this time at the start the Blockbuster season of 2026 they previewed at the begining of the year. They talk about the good, the bad, "The Madalorian and Grogu," "Obsession," and more.

The Brilliance and Horrifying Simplicity of "Obsession" with Kevin Sholley, John Kim and Emma Bratt

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:40:18 +0000

16 News Now reporters Emma Bratt and John Kim join film critic Benjamin Slack and photographer Kevin Sholley to talk about a movie that is the defition of a sleeper-hit: "Obsession" from filmmaker Curry Barker

The Greatness of "Michael" with Kevin Sholley

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:36:15 +0000

There's no other Hoosier more famous than the king of pop, Michael Jackson. In this episode, Benjamin Slack and photographer Kevin Sholley talk about why his new biopic movie is so good, why having the Jackson family involved made it better and their respective favorite songs from both the king's solo career and his time with the Jackson 5

Unearthing Lee Cronin's The Mummy with Antonia Carlotta

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:31:19 +0000

The Great-Grand Niece of Universal Studios founder Carl Laemmle, Antonia Carlotta joins WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack to talk about the latest adaption of a character first concepted by her family. They also discuss other adaptions of "The Mummy" throughout the years and the history behind its creation

Celebrating Easter with Sabrina Hoover

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:25:41 +0000

WNDU film critic is joined by sports reporter Sabrina Hoover to talk about the weeks-long celebration of the Easter Holiday. They chat about their favorite movies to watch during this time including "The 10 Commandments" and "God is Not Dead" as well as their respective relationships with the Christian and Catholic side of religion

Predicting the 2026 Academy Awards with Caroline Klapp

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:20:06 +0000

In this Take 16 Edition; WNDU Film Critic Benjamin Slack talks with I-Team Investigative Reporter Caroline Klapp about her love of movies. They predict the winners and runner-ups of the 2026 Oscars, "The Housemaid," "Pretty Little Liars," and more works from the entertainment industry

Excitement for the 2026 Summer Blockbuster Season with Spencer Beehler and Miles Dearing

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:11:04 +0000

16 News Now producer Miles Dearing joins WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack and "Gamers of Launch" co-host Spencer Beehler. They bond over their hype around the 2026 Summer Blockbuster seaon, all-things Marvel, director Christopher Nolan and "Rocky"

Our Favorite Christmas Movies with Meredith Shimer

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 20:03:27 +0000

16 News Now Reporter Meredith Shimer joins WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack to talk about some of their favortite movies to watch during the holiday season

Tron: Ares with Spencer Beehler

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:54:27 +0000

WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack speaks with "Gamers on Launch" co-host Spencer Beehler to talk the third installment of Disney's cult classic trilogy: "Tron: Ares." They also remeber late actress Diane Keaton following her passing in October 2025

The Conjuring: Last Rites with Natacha Casal

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:50:49 +0000

Reporter Natacha Casal returns for more conversations following the release of "The Conjuring: Last Rites." Her and Benjamin Slack talks about what they liked, didn't like and what could be in store for the franchises' future

The Conjuring Universe; History of Ed and Lorraine Warren with Natacha Casal

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:47:15 +0000

WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack is joined by reporter Natacha Casal. They talk over their shared admiration of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren and their inspiration on the Conjuring Universe movie franchise

2025 Summer Blockbuster Season Review with Kevin Sholley

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 19:39:47 +0000

WNDU film critic Benjamin Slack sits down with 16 News Now photographer Kevin Sholley to discuss the hits of the 2025 Summer blockbuster season, from "Weapons" to "Together" to "The Naked Gun" to "Freakier Friday"