Totally Awesome Films

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Appreciate your favorite films on a whole new level!

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  • RoamingPsychologist
    Always fun to listen
    Dr. Chung is not only a genuine expert about movies, drawn from his sincere passion to fully immerse himself in them, but also he has an enthusiasm that is contagious and always fun to listen to. I always learn a lot, and I appreciate the family-friendly tone. Jon will tell you what he honestly thinks, but it’s always a thoughtful review and respectful to his audience.
  • Kenny(RED)
    Totally Awesome Podcast!!!
    What I love about Jon’s movie reviews is that his reviews come from a genuine love of watching movies. I go to the theater to watch movies because I love doing it and want it to be a fun experience. Jon has a sincere passion for movie watching that is conveyed through his podcast. His reviews are well researched and supported by years of movie watching. I, also, find Jon’s vast comic book knowledge helpful in his reviews of all the comic book movies that I love to watch.
  • frontierdoctor
    Great reviews!
    Listening to your reviews kind of keeps the story alive in my mind. Makes the rewatch more enjoyable. Love the details. Thank You so much!
  • Jess Sayen
    I agree completely re: Ghostbusters-Afterlife
    Great review on Ghostbusters Afterlife. I saw the original in the theater back in the 80s also. They finally got it right. A worthy sequel to the original. Keep up the great work Jon.
  • Jack M Silverstein
    A must for movie fans!
    I’ve been listening to Jon’s show for close to five years and it is, to borrow his own words, totally awesome. I love his research, and I love his passion. Can’t wait for more!
  • mwindo
    When will we see Shang Chi review
    I have been following thus podcast for a good while and i wait like a kid on Christmas for the next new episode to drop! A podcaster that mirrors my journey from comics to movies👍🏾😎
  • Jeremyyy
    Best movie review podcast
    I have been listening to this podcast since 2014 and have loved every episode! No podcast has been able to pack so much information and discussion into a single 45 minute podcast! The episodes are as much of a film history podcast as they are discussion and analysis! Film fans will not be disappointed!
  • Romero-12
    Great to listen to
    This is an awesome podcast. He has great insight backstory and how the movie was made. He’s covered some good films most people have seen or known of.
  • Tzod F1
    Infectious positivity
    His reviews go so beyond just a description of the movie. Psychological parallels, ancient hero allegories, classic film references, delivered with rapid fire enthusiasm. I can’t believe he doesn’t have thousands of reviews. Well worth it
  • Bycyclekyck
    Very informative and enjoyable!
    His passion for movies and the joy he obviously experiences watching them is infectious. I love listening to this podcast because he’s also super knowledgeable about the source material and gives lots of background and great tidbits of information that cause you to get even more enjoyment out of the movies he reviews! Great stuff, highly recommend...absolutely my favorite movie podcast!
  • Davis21217
    Great podcast
    I just found this podcast and can honestly say it is a great podcast the host is very knowledgeable about comics and movies he reviews. Definitely recommend this podcast
  • Tombstone4Everr
    A+A+ Movies
    Really enjoy your podcast. Your love for movies shows. We share alot of the same favorites, Tombstone & StarTrek 09. Will contining to listen, keep up the great work
  • JWiley
    Why Your Podcast Is Totally Awesome
    After searching high and low for a movie review podcast I came across your show last year. What makes your podcast so awesome is your compassion, your honesty, that you was born in my generation, and the fact you do not feel the need to use foul language. Even if you do not care for a movie you take the time to explain why and not just trash everything about it. I anxiously wait for a new review and get so excited when I receive an alert that a new episode has posted. I have went back and listened to every episode with the exception of the ones dedicated to Robin Williams (I still have not gotten over his death). Your reviews are so excellent that even through I know the movie plot, I have watched films that originally did not capture my interest (i.e. the Fast and Furious movies and several Oscar nominated movies). I know you are busy with your family and work, but I hope eventually you are able to go back to doing more than a few shows year. Thank you so much for all that you do, Jennifer Wiley-Wright
  • PoorMarcus
    Great show
    I really like the show, I enjoy hearing his personal backstory of when he first saw the movie and the background information about the films. I highly recommend you check it out.
  • riaspark17
    Great Film Review Podcast!
    I’ve been listening to this podcast for a couple years and it’s always an insightful look at the film or show being commentated on. I’m not a huge fan of one-person review podcasts because I enjoy back and forth commentary, but this one is the exception because it’s well-researched and thought out. In addition to the film review, this podcast also gives extra info about the making of and behind the scenes of the film. I really appreciate this extra insight and it sets it apart from most film review podcasts. Would love to get more TV reviews - The Mandalorian podcasts aren’t great.
  • SaucySavage4
    This Keeps Me Alive
    This Podcast keeps me alive. I love the Star Wars and Marvel podcasts. I love how in depth everything is. I’m not old enough to understand most of the references that he mentions, but I’m now the smartest guy in the car after watching Star Wars or Marvel Movies. I love this podcast.
  • Wasabi Swamp
    Simply the Best.
    Very Genius & Genuine. So glad to have favorite Podcast review favorite Film! Totally Awesome!
  • Darkextract
    Wishing
    Will you ever do Warrior with Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton
  • MyLadyKitten
    Super informative
    This is not your typical movie review. Really enjoy the informative lead ins & background of comic book lore, when applicable. Gives a thoughtful perspective while being highly entertaining. Definitely recommend this podcast; you’ll most definitely walk away with a tidbit you didn’t realize you needed to know.
  • Buried2BAlive
    Totally Awesome Podcast!
    Thoughtful, Very informative and Sensitive to his audience.
  • Tfarrellmd
    Totally Awesome Podcast
    I have been a fan of Jon Chung and this podcast for almost 2 years now and he just keeps up the quality. I think the Shazam episode is the most informative yet. All movie nerds like me should listen to these podcasts. I watch the movie, listen to Jon, and then want to see the movie again with deeper pleasure.
  • badger25
    Totally Awesome Films
    Great show! Jon Chung is enthusiastic, authoritative, and just a joy to listen to. He is informative, warm, engaging, and really cares about the movies he is talking about that podcast. Listening to him tell me why he is really into that movie is a pure joy. I look forward to each update!
  • Mr Smith 327
    Light hearted and insightful
    John does a great job with sharing some great info while keeping it light and good natured. You won’t want to miss an episode!
  • K Stewart
    Antidote
    This podcast is the antidote to all of the other podcasts that tell you why a movie "failed" or what they got "wrong". This show is just one guy's pleasant trek through some popular movies. You get a little history about the movie, some thoughts about a movie, and some context about the movie. The episodes also are brief, so they aren't the deepest dives out there, but I like that these episodes aren't exhaustive. Very enjoyable listen episode after episode.
  • Robct30
    Yup it’s awesome
    Very awesome podcast, detailed and relatable reviews. Definitely recommended!!
  • Timmy2ms
    Just stumbled across these
    Hey there, I stumbled across your pod cast about 2 weeks ago and I’ve been hooked since. I love all the comic background information on the mcu as well as all the star war information. Being in the same age bracket as you I also grew up with these movie and have very similar options to yours. Thanks so much for doing these in your spare time and I will eagerly await your next cast. Timm
  • Konee Rok
    Love this show
    The host, Jon Chung, is an enthusiastic personality that does great research giving us insight into post and preproduction of films he reviews; which is always fun to listen to. Always look forward to a new episode. Can’t wait for more.
  • Ricky Mokel
    Yikes
    Latest episode but the dust. Remake the Legends movies to appease fans? Jeeeesus.
  • ReidBenjamin
    Love this podcast
    This is the rare podcast that just grows and grows on me. Jon Chung is a very interesting character in his own right; a movie buff with a medical school background. Jon is humble, energetic, and very insightful. Check out the Tombstone and Star Wars Last Jedi reviews for a taste of his movie insights!
  • Mom2Nate
    My Favorite Movie Reviewer!!!
    Thank you for an informative and enjoyable podcast about my favorite movies! I also really appreciate that it is appropriate to listen to with my 12 year old and 15 year old. You make our frequent road trips oh so much better!
  • EagleFord_RE
    Awesome.
    Totally in-depth knowledge. Thanks.
  • Ark Gaijin
    Totally Awesome film podcast!
    Totally Awesome film podcast!
  • Skiprjak
    A for Effort...and for Awesome!
    I've been listening to and appreciating your podcasts for a couple years now. They are fun and informative and the worst part is the occasional hiatus that can be months long but I know that the fact you have a life outside the hobby is what keeps it so fresh. Please continue to delight us with your insight and pure enjoyment of what you do. And, yes to the end/beginning of the year compilations. Sincerely,
  • Ilistentotoomanypodcasts
    Best movie podcast
    Listening to this podcast is almost as fun as watching the movies that are being reviewed. So much of what is on the web is negative, it is really refreshing to hear host Jon Chung talk about why he thinks these movies are totally awesome- because I think they are totally awesome to! Love the podcast, and definitely recommend!
  • The Crux Defender
    If you love superhero movies
    This is the podcast for you. The presenter is a long-time comic book fan and does a great job tying the MCU into the comic universe. Makes that gym time fly by!
  • pitpug
    Pleasant surprise!
    I have been sampling podcasts to find one that can help me unlock the world of comics through the viewing of films. My interest in my childhood heroes has been awakened through these blockbuster movies but I lack the context of the post 70's canon that most of these films are based on. I listened time after time to some millennial beating up these movies but clearly just repeating the same internet baloney with no real grasp of the source material. This was my last try and what a pleasant surprise. Great reviews, but more importantly, outstanding footnoting and sourcing of solid opinions based on actual comic books. No snarky, social justice, internet regurgitation, just solid fandom and intelligent takes on scripts and the books they are based on. I was so excited to write my first review of a podcast that I forgot to make note of the hosts name. He is excellent, thorough, and easy to listen to. I subscribed immediately after first listen and thank you sir for some very compelling podcasting. Salute! Vinny Vee
  • JoeMx1
    Awesome podcast
    Love the podcast! Keep it up!
  • Helmholz Watson
    Fun
    The host is throughly enthusiastic about the films he reviews. I only wish he would do more of them.
  • ClarkFischer
    Great show
    John and I have similar taste in films and his blend of humor and knowledge is vastly entertaining. It would be great if he wo uld jump through the Guardian of Forever and go back in time to review and rate those sci fi classics of the 50s, like the Day the Earth Stood Still, Earth versus the Flying Saucers, adn the like. Keep up the good work.
  • Cameron S 03
    Love it!
    I look forward to every episode that comes out and listen to it almost immediately. He reviews all of the movies I like (and even some that I don't haha). My favorite part is when he provides background info on the source material because it helps me understand and appreciate each movie a bit more. Keep it up! I truly enjoy it!!
  • WKE066
    Shares trivia About Movies That is Not Accurate
    I have listened to two episodes and both episodes contained trivia about the movies that was not accurate. It took away from my enjoyment of the podcast. About 60 seconds of research is all it took to find out the information was not true.
  • Merk_Wahlberg
    So, so, so good.
    I love podcasts like this. I'm a huge fan of "Now playing" podcasts, because they review movies in depth, and talk about interesting facts about the film. This podcast is very similar. He's interesting, knowledgable, and reviews movies that interest me. This is a podcast that I wouldn't mind listening to a 30 second ad before the show started. He's by himself, but is never boring and has great cadence. His passion for the films he's reviewing shine right through my iPhone. Absolutely worth checking him out. 5/5*****
  • Played Jacket
    Great Podcast!!!
    This is really good. Doing a solo show is not easy to do and the information along with the genuine love of movies is a great combo! Great job! Keep it up!
  • Squeakdog
    Great podcast!
    I’m the same age as Jon and can relate to his enthusiasm towards films like the Star Wars Trilogy. These are really informative too providing some interesting facts and trivia about the many films discussed. Highly recommended…can’t wait for the Indiana Jones films???
  • overdeliver
    Love it
    Very interesting information and some cool personal anecdotes. The host really loves these movies and that enthusiasm is infectious.
  • ScottieDizzl
    Love it!
    Holy buckets. I love this podcast. The extra tidbits of behind the scenes (and even "before the scenes") information is so interesting. I'd love to hear similar info on the Back to the Future series if you can find the time.
  • J humpal
    Great!
    It was clear Dr. Jon took the additional steps when researching these movies to set him apart from the other critics. Very interesting. Recommend downloading a bunch and grab some popcorn.
  • 6redbulls
    Super informative
    This was super informative. Great to hear. Lots of information I never knew.
  • Tim Newshw
    Great Podcast
    I'm glad to have found this podcast. It is a lot of fun and kept me entertained during a long cross country drive. Keep up the good work!
  • JollyAndGreen
    Excellent
    Brilliant and insightful!
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