
Breakfast All Day movie reviews
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S4 Ep 278Episode 278: Movie News, Lightyear, Cha Cha Real Smooth, Good Luck to You Leo Grande
We'd like to go to infinity and beyond here at Breakfast All Day, but "Lightyear" has us feeling like we're slogging through molasses. Alonso and Christy do not exactly have a stellar review of Pixar's "Toy Story" spinoff. We also review a couple of Sundance Film Festival favorites that are finally finding their way to the outside world: "Cha Cha Real Smooth" on Apple TV+ and in theaters, which has us quite divided, and "Good Luck to You, Leo Grande" on Hulu, which we both adored. In news, we discuss Ryan Gosling as Ken, Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe, BTS, Tom Hanks and the late French cinema legend Jean-Louis Trintignant. And we've got an insane amount of stuff for you over at our Patreon: finales of "Stranger Things" (for now) and "The Offer," plus the latest on "Ms. Marvel," "Obi-Wan Kenobi" and an Off the Menu review of "Rafiki" for Pride month. Join us!
S4 Ep 277Episode 277: Movie News, Halftime, The Godfather
We couldn't imagine discussing "The Godfather" without our dear friend Ben Mankiewicz, so we were thrilled he was able to join us on our midweek Breakfast All Day drop-in. We revisit the Coppola classic for its 50th anniversary, and because we're coming up on the finale of "The Offer" (which we've been recapping on our Patreon). Christy and Alonso also review the Jennifer Lopez documentary "Halftime," which Christy is in (extremely briefly). And in news, we discuss the "Jurassic World Dominion" box office, Jennifer Hudson's EGOT, "Lightyear," Philip Baker Hall, and friend of the show Geoff Swanson, who died unexpectedly last week at just 34. * The extremely cool Grail Moviehouse in the heart of Asheville, NC's River Arts District gets this week's Movie House Shout-Out. They show indies like "Cha Cha Real Smooth," documentaries, and they're playing the annual Cat Video Fest starting June 24. To learn more about their programming or become a donor, you can find them here. Thanks to the Grail Moviehouse for helping spread the word on the work we're doing to support indie theaters!
S4 Ep 276Episode 276: Movie News, Jurassic World Dominion
It's time for more stomping and chomping on Breakfast All Day as we review "Jurassic World Dominion," supposedly the final film in the franchise. But as Jeff Goldblum likes to say, "Life finds a way," so who knows? Alonso and Christy also have a bunch of news for you, including Britney Spears getting married, the trailer for "Black Adam," the JLo documentary "Halftime" opening the Tribeca Film Festival (and we'll have a full review on Tuesday), Julia Garner playing Madonna and Rebel Wilson coming out. And we've got a ton of great stuff over at our Patreon: "Stranger Things," "Ms. Marvel," "Obi-Wan Kenobi," "The Offer" and a recap of "Heartstopper" season 1. Plus: We now have merch! Hoodies, T-shirts, doggy neckerchiefs and — of course — Breakfast All Day coffee mugs. Shop here at and show the world you have good taste in movies, too.
S4 Ep 275Episode 275: Movie News, Hustle, Grease 2
We're your cool rider and girl for all seasons on the latest Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy revisit the cult classic "Grease 2" on the occasion of its 40th anniversary Blu-Ray release. It's a movie Christy loves dearly with zero irony, and Alonso enjoys enough to indulge her by talking about it. We also review the shockingly great Adam Sandler basketball drama "Hustle," now out on Netflix. And in news, we discuss "Top Gun: Maverick" box office, the "Morbius" re-release, "Jurassic World Dominion" (which we'll have a full review of on Friday), Mariah Carey being sued, "The Northman" on Peacock and more. Hop on and join us!
S4 Ep 274Episode 274: Movie News, Crimes of the Future, RRR
It's Gnarly Friday here at Breakfast All Day, as Christy and Alonso review the trippy new David Cronenberg thriller "Crimes of the Future" as well as the astounding Indian sensation "RRR." In news, we discuss the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard verdict, Jada Pinkett Smith on The Slap, production beginning on "Furiosa," BTS at The White House, Quentin Tarantino's new podcast, Alonso's viewing of "RRR" at an #encoRRRe screening and more. And we've got a ton of great stuff for you over at our Patreon: recaps of "Stranger Things" episodes 3 and 4, plus the latest on "Obi-Wan Kenobi" and "The Offer." * Thanks again to the excellent folks at The Loft Cinema in Tucson, AZ, for teaming up with us this week. To learn more about their programming or become a donor, you can find them here.
S4 Ep 273Episode 273: Movie News, Fire Island, Ask Us Anything!
It's a beautiful day to stay inside with us at Breakfast All Day. In news, Alonso and Christy talk about the surprise release of Bo Burnham's "Inside Outtakes," as well as "Top Gun: Maverick" box office, Kate Bush, Bradley Cooper, Rachel Zegler and more. (Also, we realize in retrospect that "Triangle of Sadness" is a Neon movie, not A24 -- apologies for the error.) We also have an early review of the delightfully raunchy, gay rom-com "Fire Island," which will begin streaming Friday on Hulu. And we do another round of Ask Us Anything, including questions about how we met and became friends, our advice on becoming a film critic, which director we'd teach a college course on and what's the craziest movie we've ever seen. This week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to a particularly rad theater: The Loft Cinema in Tuscon, AZ. You may remember them from our marquee segment when theaters were still closed early in the pandemic. To learn more about their inspired programming and community work, or to become a donor, you can find them here.
S4 Ep 272Episode 272: Movie News, The Bob's Burgers Movie
Only the Belchers can rescue us from this miserable week, so it's a good thing "The Bob's Burgers Movie" is finally coming out. Christy and Alonso have extremely different reviews on Breakfast All Day — Christy's a huge fan of the TV show so she had a blast, Alonso isn't so he didn't love it as much. In news, we briefly discuss the horrific school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and the celebrity response to it; the death of Ray Liotta at 67; Star Wars Celebration announcements; Cannes premieres of "Elvis" and "Stars at Noon"; and Harrison Ford returning for a fifth "Indiana Jones" movie. If you're looking for "Top Gun: Maverick," we reviewed it and the original "Top Gun" on Tuesday's episode. And over at our Patreon, we have a ridiculous amount of great stuff: recaps of the first two episodes of "Stranger Things" season 4, the first two episodes of "Obi-Wan Kenobi," and episode 7 of "The Offer." Thanks as always for sticking with us, stay safe, and enjoy the long weekend.
S4 Ep 271Episode 271: Movie News, Top Gun: Maverick, Top Gun (1986)
It's "Top Gun" Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day — kinda like Taco Tuesday, only with more chunks of real Tom Cruise in every bite. We have an early review for you of the long-awaited sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," which Christy loved but Alonso wasn't quite as enthusiastic. We also revisit the original "Top Gun" from 1986, which the sequel recalls repeatedly, to see how it holds up today. And in news, we discuss several new trailers including "Thor: Love and Thunder," shake-ups at "Saturday Night Live," Dave Chappelle, Ricky Gervais, Ellen DeGeneres and more. Come back on Friday when we'll have a review of "The Bob's Burgers Movie." Until then, thanks for joining us in the Danger Zone!
S4 Ep 270Episode 270: Movie News, Men, Downton Abbey: A New Era
It's raining "Men" … hallelujah? Katie Walsh joins Christy to try and work through Alex Garland's impeccably crafted, deeply disturbing thriller this week on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy also review something a bit lighter: the sequel "Downton Abbey: A New Era." In news, we discuss "Stranger Things" season 4 revelations, including the release of the first eight minutes of episode 1. Plus: Tom Cruise at Cannes, the trailer for the JLo documentary on Netflix (which Christy is in very, very briefly), "The Bob's Burgers Movie" premiere, "Heartstopper," "Bros," "She-Hulk" and more. And over at our Patreon, we recap episode 6 of "The Offer" on Paramount+. "The Godfather" will get made eventually, we just know it! Thanks as always for joining us.
S4 Ep 269Episode 269: Movie News, On the Count of Three
We've got a quick, midweek nibble for you on Breakfast All Day, but we promise it's packed with nutrients. Alonso and Christy review "On the Count of Three," comedian Jerrod Carmichael's directorial debut; it's a comedy about suicide, and we were so impressed with the tough tonal balance Carmichael strikes. In news, we talk box office, "Bridgerton" season 3, "Saturday Night Live," Britney Spears, "RRR" and more. And over at our Patreon, we have a May Off the Menu discussion of "Ordinary People" (1980), winner of four Academy Awards including best picture and best director for Robert Redford. Thanks for joining us and we'll see you again Friday! * This week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to The Grand Cinema in Tacoma, Washington. They offer both studio releases and arthouse fare, and they do lots of great work to promote a love of film in the community. To learn more about their programming or become a donor, you can find them here.
S4 Ep 268Episode 268: Movie News, Firestarter, Senior Year, Pleasure
We didn't start the fire, but we're happy to sit around it and talk about the week's new movies on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review the surprisingly dull "Firestarter," yet another adaptation of the Stephen King novel. Also: the Rebel Wilson comedy "Senior Year" on Netflix and "Pleasure," a provocative, Spirit Award-nominated look at the adult film industry. In news, we discuss the tragic closing of the Landmark Theatre in Los Angeles, sequels to "A Simple Favor" and "This Is Spinal Tap," Norm MacDonald, Patti LuPone, Fred Ward and more. And on our Patreon, we recap the latest episode of "The Offer" on Paramount+, which was surprisingly good. Thanks as always for joining us.
S4 Ep 267Episode 267: Movie News, Doctor Strange 2 Spoiler Discussion
Hey, look, the trailer for the "Avatar" sequel is finally online, and we have some thoughts on your midweek Breakfast All Day drop-in. Alonso and Christy also discuss the giant opening for "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," Fred Savage, Frank Langella, the "Dirty Dancing" sequel and more in news. And we have an in-depth spoiler discussion of the "Doctor Strange" sequel. You've been warned! But also, join us! We're happy to see you.
S4 Ep 266Episode 266: Marvel Mondays: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
We're back with another episode of Marvel Mondays! Christy's surly tween, Nicolas, agreed to sit down with her to discuss "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness." The original "Doctor Strange" (2016) was a favorite of ours among all of the MCU movies, so we had high hopes, but ended up with mixed reviews. Nic and Christy talk about Sam Raimi's style, Wanda's motivation, America Chavez, the many characters and storylines that get woven in here and where they'd rank the "Doctor Strange" sequel within the franchise. Thanks as always for joining us, and we'll be back in July with a Marvel Monday discussion of "Thor: Love and Thunder"!
S4 Ep 265Episode 265: Movie News, Crush, Happening
Bring on the bombast! That's what we say here at Breakfast All Day. The video for Lady Gaga's theme song from "Top Gun: Maverick" is out, and it's exactly as over the top as you want it to be (it's also insanely catchy and still stuck in Christy's head). Also in news, Alonso and Christy talk about Dave Chappelle, Amber Heard, Kim Kardashian, trailers for David Cronenberg's "Crimes of the Future" and Disney+'s "Obi-Wan Kenobi," and the illustrated children book of "Petite Maman," if you feel like sobbing alone in the comfort of your own home. We also have a couple of reviews, of course: the adorable queer rom-com "Crush" on Hulu, and the French abortion drama "Happening," which is excellent and unfortunately all-too relevant. And over at our Patreon, we recap the "Moon Knight" finale and the latest episode of "The Offer." Hold our hand and join us!
S4 Ep 264Episode 264: Movie News, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
We're hopping through universes to reach you on this midweek edition of Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy have an early review for you of "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," which both found to be a bit disappointing, despite the Sam Raimi-ishness of it all. In news, we discuss Justin Lin, the Met Gala, Bill Murray, Naomi Judd and more. We'll have a full-on spoiler review of the "Doctor Strange" sequel next Tuesday, so be sure to check back. 'Til then, thanks for joining us! * This week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to The Belcourt Theatre in Nashville, Tennessee, a place near and dear to Alonso's heart from his days at Vanderbilt. To learn more about their history and programming or to become a donor, visit them here.
S4 Ep 263Episode 263: Movie News, Memory, Hatching
We're here to serve you up the latest movie news and reviews on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy discuss yet another forgettable Liam Neeson action flick, "Memory," as well as the Finnish horror fairy tale "Hatching," which we both loved. In news, we talk about all the goings-on at CinemaCon — from "Avatar" and "Doctor Strange" sequels to the latest "Mission: Impossible" and, of course, that weird Olivia Wilde envelope thing. Plus we wish our dear friend and colleague, longtime Wall Street Journal film critic Joe Morgenstern, all the best in his retirement. Over at our Patreon, we recap this week's episode of "Moon Knight," which provided some clarity but left some mystery for the finale. And this week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to the Lumiere Cinema at the Music Hall in Beverly Hills, CA. They've got a fascinating story, they play new and repertory arthouse films, and they could use your support. Thanks for hanging out with us as always!
S4 Ep 262Episode 262: Movie News, 7 Days, Ask Us Anything!
You've got questions, we've got answers, in our first Breakfast All Day Ask Us Anything! We asked you guys to send us questions on our YouTube community page and got such an overwhelming response, we were only able to get to a fraction of them (including one about "Showgirls"), but we'll do more, we promise. Alonso and Christy also review the charming indie rom-com "7 Days," which won the Spirit Award for best first feature earlier this year. In news, we discuss "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," Jerry West, box office, Elon Musk buying Twitter, Viola Davis and more. And over at our Patreon, we recap the first three episodes of the "Godfather" behind-the-scenes saga "The Offer" on Paramount+, which we're not sure about yet. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us this week.
S4 Ep 261Episode 261: Movie News, The Northman, Petite Maman
We will avenge you this week on Breakfast All Day with a review of one of the most anticipated films in a while. Christy and Alonso rave about "The Northman," the latest trippy saga from director and co-writer Robert Eggers. We also review "Petite Maman," Celine Sciamma'a deeply moving French gem, which was one of our favorite movies of 2021 and is finally in theaters. In news, we discuss CNN+, Jerry West, Johnny Depp (again), Ezra Miller (again), George Michael and "Grease 2." And over at our Patreon, we recap episode 4 of "Moon Knight," which was finally good! Let us know your thoughts on all of this, and thanks for sharing some of your time with us. To learn more about the fine folks at The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana, CA — our latest Movie House Shout-Out, where "The Northman" is playing starting this weekend — you can check out their programming or become a donor on their website.
S4 Ep 260Episode 260: Movie News, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Memoria
Nicolas Cage IS Nick Cage in "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," and Alonso and Christy have an early review on Breakfast All Day. This movie is a total blast, and it comes out Friday. We also catch up with the mesmerizing "Memoria," the latest from Thai master Apichatpong Weerasethakul, which is playing somewhere sometime, possibly near you, in a traveling roadshow format. In news: the "Thor: Love and Thunder" trailer, "Fantastic Beasts" box office, Danny Elfman and Finneas at Coachella, the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial and more. And over at our Patreon, we revisit "Rabbit Hole," April's Off the Menu selection. Thanks as always for joining us!
S4 Ep 259Episode 259: Movie News, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, Dual
The third "Fantastic Beasts" movie is out, but will there be a fourth and fifth as planned? Our mixed review reflects how not everyone is fully under the spell of this "Harry Potter" spinoff. The engaging and insightful Perri Nemiroff joins Christy to discuss "Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore." (You can find her YouTube channel here.) Also, Alonso and Christy review the darkly comic thriller "Dual," starring Karen Gillan and … Karen Gillan. In news, we remember Gilbert Gottfried and talk Cannes, Coachella, the JLo documentary, Cuba Gooding Jr., Bam Margera and more. And over at our Patreon, we wrap up "Bridgerton" season 2 on Netflix with a recap of the final two episodes, and we puzzle our way through episode 3 of "Moon Knight" on Disney+, which we're just not feeling. We'd love to hear your thoughts on all of this, and enjoy the weekend!
S4 Ep 258Episode 258: Movie News, Everything Everywhere All at Once RE-review, X
We've got breaking news and catch-up reviews for you on our midweek edition of Breakfast All Day. Alonso finally saw "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and had very different thoughts on it from the review Christy and Katie Walsh did a few weeks ago, so he chimes in with a rare re-review. By popular demand, we review Ti West's '70s horror homage "X." In news, we discuss the "Stranger Things" season 4 trailer, the Bennifer engagement, Britney Spears' pregnancy, "Sonic 2" box office and more. And over at our Patreon, we recap episodes 5 and 6 of "Bridgerton," where things are finally getting exciting. Plus, we're doing the first of our Movie House Shout-Outs. We're thrilled to tell you about the great work they're doing at the beautiful and historic Fargo Theatre in Fargo, N.D. If you'd like to check out their programming or support them by becoming a donor or member, here's a link: https://fargotheatre.org/. Thanks for joining us!
S4 Ep 257Episode 257: Movie News, Ambulance, Aline, The Bubble
Hop in and hang on: It's a new episode of Breakfast All Day. Our good friend Tim Grierson swings by to help Christy review the new Michael Bay extravaganza, "Ambulance," which we actually enjoyed. Christy and Alonso review the Celine Dion sorta-biopic "Aline," and catch up with the Judd Apatow Netflix comedy "The Bubble." We have breaking news from the Academy on Will Smith, as well as new details on Ezra Miller, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick, Asghar Farhadi, the "Marcel the Shell With Shoes On" trailer and more. And there's some truly great stuff for our Patreon subscribers: the finale of "The Dropout," as well as recaps of "Bridgerton" E3-4 and the new "Moon Knight." Thanks as always for joining us!
S4 Ep 256Episode 256: Movie News, Morbius, Apollo 10 1/2
We're back from spring break and ready to sink our teeth into the latest movies on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso play catch up with "Morbius," which is terrible, and "Apollo 10 1/2," which is delightful. In news, we discuss the fallout from the Will Smith slap, Chris Rock's return to standup, Bruce Willis stepping away from acting because of aphasia, Jerrod Carmichael coming out, "Obi-Wan Kenobi" and more. We're also asking our listeners to recommend their favorite local movie theaters so we can give them a shout-out as part of a new partnership plan we're working on. And for our Patreon friends, recaps of the "Moon Knight" debut, the first two episodes of "Bridgerton" season 2, and the penultimate episode of "The Dropout." Be sure to come back Friday for the series finale, and thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us!
S4 Ep 255Episode 255: Oscars 2022 Reaction
The next day, Christy and Alonso and are still sorting through what happened at the Oscars. What did you make of Will Smith slapping Chris Rock? Did your favorite movies win? And who was the best dressed? Let us know what you thought of those bizarre 2022 Academy Awards, and thanks for spending time with us throughout awards season.
S4 Ep 254Episode 254: Oscar Predictions 2022
Let us help you make your Oscar picks! Christy and Alonso have lots of thoughts on this year's Academy Award nominees — and we even went back and changed some of them as the season evolved and new front-runners emerged. If you'd like to see the videos we posted this week on our Breakfast All Day YouTube Channel, they're all right here. But you can always enjoy us in podcast form, as well. Let us know who you'd like to see win, and thanks for joining us!
S4 Ep 253Episode 253: Movie News, The Lost City
Just a quick pop-in ahead of the Academy Awards here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy have some final thoughts before the big night, including those candid opinions from anonymous Oscar voters. We also discuss Asghar Farhadi, CinemaSins, and the trailers for "Men," "The Offer" and the new season of "Mystery Science Theater 3000." And we have a mixed review of the Sandra Bullock-Channing Tatum comedy "The Lost City." If you're looking for our review of "Everything Everywhere All at Once," Christy and Katie Walsh did one earlier this week. Make sure you keep an eye (and en ear) out for our Oscar picks in an upcoming episode. And we'll be back on Monday to discuss all the winners — but of course there are no losers. Thanks as always for hanging out with us!
S4 Ep 252Episode 252: Movie News, Everything Everywhere All at Once
We've got a quick but jam-packed midweek episode of Breakfast All Day. In news, Christy and Alonso discuss big wins for "CODA" at the Producers Guild and Writers Guild awards, Rachel Zegler, Amanda Bynes, "Jackass Forever," "The Godfather" trilogy and more. Then our great friend Katie Walsh joins Christy for an early review of "Everything Everywhere All at Once," which is as overwhelming as the title would suggest but also an excellent showcase for the many talents of Michelle Yeoh. Stay tuned later this week for our Oscar picks! And thanks for hanging out with us.
S4 Ep 251Episode 251: Movie News, Deep Water, Windfall, The Batman spoiler review
The erotic thriller is back and we are here for it on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review the hotly awaited "Deep Water," now streaming on Hulu, starring Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas. We also review the Hitchcockian thriller "Windfall" on Netflix, and we finally do a spoiler discussion of "The Batman." We disagree on some things, so jump in with your theories. In news, we talk Pete Davidson, Dolly Parton, Producers Guild and Writers Guild awards, and the end of "Flip or Flop" on HGTV. And we've got some really cool stuff over at our Patreon: recaps of this week's episodes of "The Gilded Age" and "The Dropout," plus a century-old classic as our March Off the Menu selection: the hugely influential vampire tale "Nosferatu." Come sink your teeth into all this podcast goodness.
S4 Ep 250Episode 250: News, Spoiler Discussion: Scream (2022) and Fresh, I've Heard the Mermaids Singing
You guys asked for more spoilers so we've got a double serving of them for you on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso go into all the gory details of the horror movies "Fresh" on Hulu and "Scream," which is now streaming on Paramount+. In news, we talk Jane Campion and Venus and Serena Williams, William Hurt, SXSW, trailers for "Ms. Marvel" and Michael Mann's "Tokyo Vice," plus Pete Davidson in space. And we have a flashback review of a movie Alonso loves (and Christy had never heard of), the queer indie comedy "I've Heard the Mermaids Singing," which is now in theaters with a 4K restoration. Glad you've joined us for a mid-week drop-in!
S4 Ep 249Episode 249: News, Turning Red, The Adam Project
We are bursting with panda excitement — and angst, and boy-band lust — this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review the latest from Pixar Animation, "Turning Red," which we both really enjoyed. We also review the Netflix sci-fi comedy "The Adam Project," which … we both really didn't enjoy. In news, we talk DGA Awards, BAFTAs, Jussie Smollett, Ryan Coogler, trailers for the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" series on Disney+ and "Bridgerton" season 2 on Netflix and more. And we've got lots of goodies at our Patreon: recaps of the "Pam & Tommy" finale, plus new episodes of "The Gilded Age" and "The Dropout." Pack a picnic and join us!
S4 Ep 248Episode 248: News, Fresh, Barb Wire
Watching "Pam & Tommy" for our Breakfast All Day Patreon made us realize we'd never seen "Barb Wire," the 1996 sci-fi action flick that was supposed to make Pamela Anderson a mega movie star. That didn't happen, but we wanted to catch up with it anyway, so Alonso and Christy have a review for you. We also review the stylish horror film "Fresh" on Hulu. And for our midweek news drop-in, we talk "The Batman" box office, Spirit Awards, the Oscar nominees luncheon, Disney's stance on Florida's "Don't Say Gay" legislation and the trailer for the erotic thriller "Deep Water," which we'll definitely review when it comes out in a couple weeks. Thanks for joining us!
S4 Ep 247Episode 247: News, The Batman, Lucy and Desi, After Yang
"The Batman" is finally here, and we've got a rave review on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Katie Walsh have a spoiler-free discussion of Robert Pattinson's portrayal of the Caped Crusader. Also this week, Alonso and Christy review the documentary "Lucy and Desi" and the gorgeous sci-fi drama "After Yang." In news, we talk early "Batman" box office and ticket prices, Spirit Awards, the Lakers miniseries "Winning Time" beginning on HBO and the end of both #Bendergate and The Viper Room. And over at our Patreon, we recap this week's episodes of "Pam & Tommy" and "The Gilded Age" as well as the first three episodes of "The Dropout," about Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes' fraudulent attempts to revolutionize the health care industry. Grab a green juice and join us!
S4 Ep 246Episode 246: News, Who's the Best Batman?, The Wild, True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road
We are shiny and chrome this week on Breakfast All Day for so many reasons. First, Christy and Alonso have a Tuesday news drop, including early reviews of "The Batman," Screen Actors Guild award winners, Sam Elliott trashing "The Power of the Dog," #OscarsFanFavorite and more. With "The Batman" opening this week, we ponder that age-old question: Who's the best Batman? And our good friend Kyle Buchanan of The New York Times joins us to discuss his new book, "Blood, Sweat & Chrome: The Wild and True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road." It's a juicy, breezy oral history of this famously difficult shoot, which resulted in a cinematic masterpiece. Crank up the volume and ride to Valhalla with us!
S4 Ep 245Episode 245: News, Cyrano, Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming, Studio 666
The delightful Dave White (The Wrap, Linoleum Knife) fills in for his husband, Alonso, this week on Breakfast All Day. And while we've thrown a truly random cross-section of movies his way, the longtime critic is naturally able to speak about them all insightfully. We review the musical "Cyrano" starring Peter Dinklage, "Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming" because Dave is a Madea aficionado, and the Foo Fighters' horror comedy "Studio 666." In news, we talk Oscars, SAG Awards, that legendary Spider-Man meme, AnnaLynne McCord's Putin poem, the late Sally Kellerman and more. And over at our Patreon, Alonso and Christy recap this week's episodes of "Pam & Tommy" on Hulu and "The Gilded Age" on HBO. Join Christy and the husbands for all this podcast goodness!
S4 Ep 244Episode 244: News, Best of Robert Pattinson, The Power of the Dog Ending Explained (Spoilers!)
It's 2s-day — that is, 2/22/22 on a Tuesday — so we had to do a midweek drop-in on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have news updates, including "Uncharted" box office, "The Godfather" re-release for its 50th anniversary, James Gunn and Jennifer Holland getting engaged, our friend Kyle Buchanan's exciting new "Mad Max: Fury Road" book and more. With "The Batman" coming out next week, we take a closer look at Robert Pattinson's best performances, and the way he's used his "Twilight" clout to work with daring auteurs like David Cronenberg and Claire Denis. And we do a spoilery breakdown of that brilliant but subtle twist at the end of "The Power of the Dog," which has understandably caused some confusion. Let us know what you think of all of this, and thanks for joining us!
S4 Ep 243Episode 243: News, Uncharted, Dog
Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg are hunting for hidden treasure, and we're right on their tails this week on Breakfast All Day. The brilliant Katie Walsh returns to help Christy review "Uncharted," the long-awaited film version of the popular video game series. Alonso and Christy also review "Dog," a buddy road trip comedy starring Channing Tatum and … a dog. In news, we discuss plans for "Stranger Things" seasons 4 and 5, "Peacemaker" season 2, Francis Ford Coppola's GQ magazine article, an update in the fatal Halyna Hutchins shooting, Oscar vaccine plans, and Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley calling it quits. And we've got a ton of great stuff for you over at our Patreon: a recap of the "Peacemaker" season finale and new episodes of "Pam & Tommy" and "The Gilded Age," plus a February Off the Menu review of Sidney Poitier's "A Warm December." Thanks so much for hanging out with us, and enjoy the weekend.
S4 Ep 242Episode 242: News, Kimi, New on DVD: Julia, Eternals, Looper, Bad Luck Banging or Loony Porn
Time is a flat circle, which means you get a Breakfast All Day episode on a Tuesday. We're trying some new things lately, including mixing in mid-week news, reviews and DVD recommendations. Christy and Alonso catch up with Steven Soderbergh's high-tech thriller "Kimi," which is streaming on HBO Max, and we have some DVD recommendations for you including "Eternals" and a 4K of "Looper." And in news, we discuss the Oscars announcing they'll recognize a "most-popular" movie viewers can vote on, Super Bowl ads, Bob Saget conspiracy theories, the death of Ivan Reitman at 75 and more. Be sure to come back on Friday when we'll have reviews of "Uncharted" and "Dog," plus all our TV recaps on our Patreon. Let us know what you'd like to see more or less of, and thanks as always for joining us.
S4 Ep 241Episode 241: News, Death on the Nile, Marry Me, I Want You Back
It's Valentine's Day Weekend AND Super Bowl Weekend, and we've got something for whatever you're into on Breakfast All Day. Katie Walsh is back to join Christy for a review of Kenneth Branagh's star-studded (and troubled) version of "Death on the Nile." And Alonso and Christy review a couple of rom-coms: Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson in "Marry Me" and Jenny Slate and Charlie Day in "I Want You Back." In news, we talk Oscar and Razzie nominations, the Super Bowl, the "Jurassic World: Dominion" trailer, the future of "Futurama" and #Bendergate, Steven Soderbergh, Brene Brown, Leslie Jones and more. And over at our Patreon, we have a ridiculous amount of TV to recap: "The Book of Boba Fett" finale, plus new episodes of "Peacemaker," "Pam & Tommy" and "The Gilded Age." Buy yourself some chocolate whether you're in love or not, and thanks for hanging out with us.
S4 Ep 240Episode 240: Oscar nominations 2022, New on DVD: Belfast, King Richard, Encanto
It's Hollywood's biggest morning — the 2022 Oscar nominations — so we had to post a special Tuesday episode to cover all the highs, lows, surprises and disappointments. Our great friend, Los Angeles Times awards expert Glenn Whipp, joins us to share his perspective. "The Power of the Dog" leads all nominees with 12, followed by "Dune" with 10. What were you happy to see get nominated? What do you hope will win? Let us know. (Also, quick correction, "Licorice Pizza" is NOT streaming yet. Apologies.) Christy and Alonso also have a timely segment on new DVD releases, including three films that got multiple nominations today: "Belfast," "King Richard" and "Encanto." We don't talk about Bruno, but we do talk about movies, and we're happy to have you join us.
S4 Ep 239Episode 239: News, Jackass Forever, Moonfall
Hi, we're Breakfast All Day, and this is … a new episode of our podcast. This week, our dear friend Katie Walsh joins Christy to review the panoply of pain that is "Jackass Forever." We also talk about the disaster epic "Moonfall," which is extremely stupid, and yet, not stupid enough. In news, Alonso and Christy discuss BAFTA nominations, "Knives Out 2," the Spotify exodus, Spike Lee's documentary series on Colin Kaepernick, Whoopi Goldberg, Rudy Giuliani, Howard Hesseman, and the Wordle guy selling his game to the NY Times for low seven figures. And over at our Patreon, we have a mind-blowing array of recaps: "The Book of Boba Fett," "Peacemaker," "The Gilded Age," and the first three episodes of "Pam & Tommy." Thanks as always for joining us!
S4 Ep 238Episode 238: News, The Fallout, Sundown, The Worst Person in the World
Rock and roll can never die here at Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy and Alonso review the understated yet powerful teen drama "The Fallout" on HBO Max, the enigmatic "Sundown" starring Tim Roth and Charlotte Gainsbourg, and we have an early review of Norway's "The Worst Person in the World," one of Alonso's favorite movies of 2021, which comes out Feb. 4. In news: awards season takes shape with nominations from the Directors, Producers and Writers guilds. Plus! So many beefs: Neil Young vs. Spotify, Evangeline Lilly vs. vaccine mandates, Taylor Swift vs. Damon Albarn, Morrissey vs. Johnny Marr, and Peter Dinklage vs. "Snow White and the Seven Dwarves." And lots of great stuff over at our Patreon: recaps of this week's "The Book of Boba Fett" (which was finally good!), episodes 4 and 5 of "Peacemaker," and the debut of "The Gilded Age," the latest sophisticated soap opera from "Downton Abbey" creator Julian Fellowes. Cross the street and gossip with us — we won't tell anyone — and thanks as always for listening.
S4 Ep 237Episode 237: News, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, A Hero, Flee
It's January, and the pickings are slim at the movie theater, but we've found some quality nuggets for you here at Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy and Alonso play catch-up with a few movies we've been meaning to discuss: Marvel's thrilling "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," which is streaming on Disney+; Asghar Farhadi's gripping drama "A Hero," which has been in theaters and is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video; and the inventive, animated documentary "Flee," which expands to more theaters this weekend. In news, we talk about the deaths of Meat Loaf, Louis Anderson and Andre Leon Talley, as well as the legendary Marty from Marty and Elayne at the Dresden, an extremely L.A. entertainer. Also: Sundance has begun virtually, Joss Whedon talks to New York Magazine, the M&M characters get a makeover, "We Don't Talk About Bruno" from "Encanto" is a huge hit, Adele postpones her Las Vegas residency and Adam Rippon marries his boyfriend. And we've got a ton of stuff on our Patreon: recaps of this week's "The Book of Boba Fett" on Disney+ as well as the first three episodes of "Peacemaker" on HBO Max, and a bonus Off the Menu review of 1967's "In the Heat of the Night," the Sidney Poitier film our subscribers chose for us. Enjoy, and thanks as always for joining us.
S4 Ep 236Episode 236: News, Scream (2022), Eternals, Hotel Transylvania: Transformania
Do you like scary movies? We've got one for you this week on Breakfast All Day, as Katie Walsh joins Christy to review the new "Scream," the fifth film in the meta horror franchise. Also, Alonso finally watched "Eternals," so we catch up with Chloe Zhao's Marvel entry, and we review the animated "Hotel Transylvania: Transformania," the rare movie that has us extremely divided. In news, we discuss Bob Saget, Ronnie Spector, the Golden Globes, the Screen Actors Guild nominations, season three announcements for both "The Great" and "The Morning Show," Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet divorcing, and O.G. "American Idol" finalist Clay Aiken running for Congress, again. And over at our Patreon, we recap this week's episode of "The Book of Boba Fett" (which we're not really feeling yet) and revisit the delightfully zany "What's Up, Doc?" the Peter Bogdanovich movie our subscribers chose for the latest Off the Menu selection. Don't answer the phone! Listen to our podcast instead. And thanks for joining us.
S4 Ep 235Episode 235: News, Best/Worst Films of 2021, The 355, The Tender Bar, Drive My Car
Happy 2022! Things may seem uncertain so far, but we're here for you no matter what on Breakfast All Day. Our dear friend and O.G. "What the Flick?!" co-host Ben Mankiewicz joins us to share his insights on a couple of bits of sad news: the deaths of Peter Bogdanovich and Sidney Poitier. Also in news: the many cancellations/postponements/virtual versions this new covid surge has caused, including the Sundance Film Festival, the Honorary Oscars, the Westminster Dog Show and "Morbius" (again). Plus: we remember the great Betty White and marvel at the billion-dollar box office of "Spider-Man: No Way Home." We couldn't start the new year without looking back at the best and worst movies of 2021. For new reviews, Alonso and Christy discuss "The 355," "The Tender Bar," and "Drive My Car," the LA Film Critics Association's pick for best picture. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the first two episodes of "The Book of Boba Fett" on Disney+. It's a lot! So grab a cup of tea and a warm blanket and cozy up with our soothing podcast tones. Thanks so much for joining us.
S3 Ep 234Episode 234: Marvel Mondays: Spider-Man: No Way Home
We couldn't let the year end without one final Marvel Monday episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Nic have a lengthy discussion about "Spider-Man: No Way Home," which we both loved — so it's kinda like she made her kid do work over winter break, but not really. We talk about how nuts our theater went at the many revelations, the interplay between the various characters, the film's notions about the possibility of rehabilitation in a world of good vs. evil, Aunt May's fate, how terrifying Willem Dafoe is, whether "No Way Home" should be a contender for the best-picture Oscar and the many Easter eggs along the way. Thanks so much for supporting our little Marvel series — we've had so much fun doing it, and we hope we've brought you a little joy this year. Here's to a happier and healthier 2022!
S3 Ep 233Episode 233: News, The Matrix Resurrections, The Tragedy of Macbeth, Parallel Mothers, Spidey spoilers
We're back in the Matrix this week on Breakfast All Day — but did we ever really leave? Christy and Alonso review "The Matrix Resurrections," the fourth film in the franchise, on this final episode of 2021. We also review Joel Coen's avant-garde "The Tragedy of Macbeth" and Pedro Almodovar's excellent "Parallel Mothers." And at the end, we have a lengthy spoiler discussion of "Spider-Man: No Way Home," now that it's been out for several days and folks have had a chance to see it (but if you want to avoid this, the show ends at the 55-minute mark). In news, we discuss Spidey's record-breaking opening at the box office, more Chris Noth fallout, LA Film Critics Association winners, Oscar shortlists in several categories, that first-person Variety story on Bryan Singer and more. And for our Patreon friends, we recap the thrilling finale of "Hawkeye" on Disney+ and discuss the December Off the Menu film you chose for us, Ingmar Bergman's Oscar-winning "Fanny and Alexander." We're so thankful to you all for spending some of your time with us during this tumultuous year. Enjoy the holidays and we'll see you in a happier, healthier 2022!
S3 Ep 232Episode 232: News, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Nightmare Alley, The Lost Daughter, The Novice
Our Peter tingle is on full blast this week because we have a Breakfast All Day review of "Spider-Man: No Way Home." Christy and Alonso discuss the much-anticipated Marvel sequel without spoilers, but we'll have a fuller review where we go into greater detail next week once more folks have seen the film. Also: Guillermo del Toro's stylish noir "Nightmare Alley," Maggie Gyllenhaal's beautifully acted directorial debut "The Lost Daughter," and the psychological thriller "The Novice," the gripping first feature from writer-director Lauren Hadaway. In news, we discuss Spidey's giant opening-night box office, Spirit Award and Golden Globe nominations, sexual assault allegations against Chris Noth, an update on that Jeremy Strong New Yorker piece, Ben Affleck's conversation with Howard Stern (plus "Deep Water" going to Hulu), Barack Obama's list of the year's best films, and that adorable "Ted Lasso" animated Christmas short. And over at our Patreon, we recap this week's revelatory episode of "Hawkeye" on Disney+ as well as the last two episodes of "The Great" season 2 on Hulu. Grab a glass of eggnog and join us!
S3 Ep 231Episode 231: News, West Side Story, Don't Look Up, Being the Ricardos, Red Rocket
There's a place for us, and it's right here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have reviews of some of the biggest year-end movies this week, starting with Steven Spielberg's lush and glorious version of the musical "West Side Story." We also discuss Adam McKay's star-studded and heavy-handed satire "Don't Look Up," Aaron Sorkin's homage to classic TV "Being the Ricardos," and the week's best film, Sean Baker's "Red Rocket," featuring a high-wire act of a lead performance from Simon Rex. In news, we talk next week's Golden Globe and Critics Choice nominations, Jussie Smollett, Florence Pugh, Jeremy Strong, the "Shang-Chi" sequel, Tom Holland playing Fred Astaire and Disney pulling the Ben Affleck-Ana de Armas erotic thriller "Deep Water." And over at our Patreon, recaps of this week's "Hawkeye" on Disney+, plus episodes 7-8 of "The Great" on Hulu. Grab a cup of something warm and join us!
S3 Ep 230Episode 230: News, The Power of the Dog, Benedetta, Single All the Way, Silent Night
It's December, which means lots of awards contenders and Christmas movies for you on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review Jane Campion's gorgeous and moving "The Power of the Dog" as well as Paul Verhoeven's scandalous "Benedetta," about lesbian nuns in love. Over on Netflix, there's "Single All the Way," the gay Christmas rom-com Alonso was born to review. And finally we have "Silent Night," an uneven mix of cheery British holiday comedy and end-of-the-world thriller. In news, we discuss the New York Film Critics Circle's picks, Stephen Sondheim's death, the Beatles documentary "Get Back," the "West Side Story" screening we attended (with a full review coming next week), the Gucci family's reaction to "House of Gucci," Matthew McConaughey's decision not to run for Texas governor and the Will Ferrell/Adam McKay split. And over at our Patreon, we have recaps of this week's "Hawkeye" on Disney+ and episodes 5-6 of "The Great" on Hulu, which are extremely different from each other. Hope you're staying cozy, and thanks as always for joining us.
S3 Ep 229Episode 229: News, Licorice Pizza, House of Gucci, Encanto, tick, tick ... Boom!, The Humans
It's Thanksgiving week so of course we have a veritable smorgasbord of delights here on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy start off with one of our absolute favorite movies of the year — the absolute best, Christy says — in Paul Thomas Anderson's "Licorice Pizza." We also review Ridley Scott's "House of Gucci," Lin-Manuel Miranda's Netflix musical "tick, tick … Boom!" and "The Humans," based on the Tony-winning play. Also, our good friend and fellow critic Carlos Aguilar makes his Breakfast All Day debut to help Christy review the latest animated Disney musical, "Encanto." In news, we discuss Ridley Scott's reaction to low box office numbers for "The Last Duel," Eddie Redmayne's regrets about "The Danish Girl," Kid Rock's ridiculous new song, Will Smith's memoir confessions and Aaron Rodgers' covid toe. We'll be back on Friday with this week's Brunch offerings, including the first two episodes of "Hawkeye" on Disney+ and November's Off the Menu review of Jon Favreau's "Chef." We hope you're having a delicious time with those you love, and we're thankful to be a part of things.