Mad About Movies

Disney-Pixar are at it again with another animated movie to make us emotional wrecks. But does this one fall more on the CARS/NEMO side than the UP/SOUL side? We're discussing all things LUCA this week, plus some Weekly Recommends! Don't miss our Fast & Furious retrospective talk, dropping this Friday on the MAM VIP! madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lin-Manuel is back with another musical for our summer. Can he repeat the success of Hamilton? Where does In The Heights fit in the cultural zeitgeist? Friend of the show Ellen joins us to review In The Heights and reveal which MAM host had the sniffles during their screening. The VIP Throwback this week is Aliens! Subscribe at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's been a lot of (understandable) confusion around what's still coming out this year, what's coming to theaters vs. streaming, what's been pushed back to 2022 and all that kind of stuff. So we thought we'd take some time to run down the calendar of what's actually coming out in 2021 (as of now). Hopefully you find this informative! Remember to give us a follow on social media, and for Discord access make sure to become a MAM VIP! madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've got big news in the Streaming Wars department to discuss as Supervillain Bezos & Co have purchased MGM Studios. What effect will this have on the rest of the industry? We've got a ton of movie news to discuss in a special Movie News Roundup edition of MAM. Remember to join us on Discord at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Disney is back with another remake/reboot/sequel/prequel/whatever you wanna call it. Is "Cruella" a hit or a miss? We've got all 3 hosts bringing their love for 101 Dalmatians and Glenn Close to the table as we review Cruella for our Movie of the Week. This week's VIP Throwback is HOOK! Sign up at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've been waiting for A Quiet Place Part 2 for a long time. Is there any way it lives up to what we wanted it to be? We're diving in to all things Krasinski, Blunt, sci-fi horror and the like as we bring a full review of Quiet Place 2, plus we discuss the Friends reunion and more in Weekly Recommends. This week's Throwback is Ferris Bueller's Day Off, dropping Friday at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're discussing every single MCU/Marvel Cinematic Universe film this year in the VIP! So far, we've talked the Iron Man and Ant-Man movies. Next, up, it's Thor. Prepare yourself for Loki and enjoy some nostalgic MCU talk exclusively for MAM VIPs at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Less than 2 months post Snyder Cut, Zack is back with another one. Will his "return to form" bring us back to the glory days of 300/Watchmen Snyder, or is it more of the same with his current trends? Go grab a helicopter pilot, some Tiger repellant and your favorite WWE Superstar and get ready for an hour+ of Army of the Dead talk. This week is THOR week in the VIP! Subscribe at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've got another "Netflix Original" on the docket this week for our Movie of the Week talk. Does 'Woman in the Window' live up to expectations? And what's going on with Amy Adams? We're discussing it all with all 3 co-hosts! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Time to round up some movie news headlines! What's the deal with the new 'Let There Be Carnage" trailer? How many stars are going to end up being in Knives Out 2? We've got movie news, rumors and rumblings on the docket along with a full batch of Weekly Recommends! Join us. Tune in later this week for our Woman In the Window episode! Get VIP access at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've got another "Netflix Original" to discuss this week, except this one comes to us via the "left behind in 2020" pile. Surely "The Mitchells vs. The Machines" is a mess if it was released this way, right? Kent and Brian talk all things animation, Lord & Miller and more for this week's Movie of the Week. Get all of our bonus episodes, AMAs and more at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bob Odenkirk's rise on TV has been something to behold. But can he make the transition to the big screen? We've got an "action packed" episode this week as we dive into his leading-man action hero debut "Nobody." And no we will not stop with these cheesy descriptions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're back to talking about movies from the year we're in!! Straight from the "prime for reboot" category comes the remake/reboot of Mortal Kombat. Do we like it more than the original? Where does the franchise go from here? And who's gonna play Johnny Cage?? Get all of our bonus episodes, Discord access and more at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We can FINALLY wave goodbye to the year that was 2020 with the 93rd Annual Academy Award finally taking place. What was the deal with this year's host-less ceremony, and who were the big shockers? We're bringing you our annual Oscars Postgame Show, a tradition unlike any other. Sorry in advance. Get MAM Discord, bonus episodes and more at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As we approach the Oscars this coming weekend, one movie people can't seem to stop talking about is 'Promising Young Woman.' So we brought in friend of the show Megan to discuss it at-length before its big night. Get our VIP episodes, AMAs, Discord and more at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to round up some movie news topics and discuss them at length for our News Roundup edition of MAM. This week, we dive into the trailer for Space Jam: A New Legacy, the details of the Knives Out sequels coming to Netflix, the announcement of a live-action Gundam movie and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’ve been waiting for the arrival of Godzilla vs. Kong for what seems like not very long. But are we able to finally sit back and put our critic glasses away and enjoy a big dumb blockbuster? And do we want any more MonsterVerse? We’ve got over an hour to talk it out on the latest MAM. This week’s Throwback is Moneyball! Subscribe and get the ep at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're starting an annual tradition here on MAM as we go back to the first year of the podcast and re-do the Oscars. Did the Academy get it right back then? What should the awards be now? Join us an our VIPs as we nominate and vote on a new alternate dimension version of the 2013 Oscars honoring the best films of 2012. Want to become a VIP? Get in at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's our longest episode in the history of MAM. Nearly three hours long. Batman Shane joins the show to break down the Snyder Cut scene-by-scene. What will the consensus be? Enjoy the whole conversation exclusively at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip - and be sure to let us know what you think in our Discord! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We were all supposed to experience Disney's 'Raya and the Last Dragon' in theaters in 2020. But now we're here, having watched it via streaming or otherwise, to review it with friend of the show Ariel Rada as we debate the future of Disney Animation and the place 'Raya' will have in the zeitgeist. Want more MAM? Or our Snyder Cut episode? Become a VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Oscars are coming late this year. But did the Academy at least get the nominees right? We're bringing you our raw thoughts on the nominees, plus some Weekly Recommends on this Movie News Roundup edition of MAM. Sign up for the VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Which American Treasure™ candidates could be bestowed with the coveted flag-lined denim vest this time? We're bringing forth 3 nominees for the February 2021 class of ATs. Who will make the cut? Want to nominate your own AT candidate? You can do so at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What were the big takeaways from this year's "remote" Golden Globes? And is Paramount+ worth a shot? We're bringing you a Movie News Roundup edition of MAM as we recap the Globes and more! Be sure to become a VIP over at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From 'The Dundies' to 'Performance Review' to the infamous 'Booze Cruise,' season 2 is really when The Office became The Office. Join us for our season 2 discussion of our Office Retrospective as we review each and every season of the show in 2021. Hear the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/48090543 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The polar vortex has passed and our power has been restored so we’re back to talking about movies and we begin where we left off with our favorite actors list, as several entries pop up in ‘Judas & the Black Messiah.’ Does this movie deserve some awards recognition this year, or is it simply more ‘Oscar Bait?’ We’re reviewing it all on this week’s episode and bringing you a fresh dose of Weekly Recommends. This week in the VIP - Coming to America (Throwback) and The Office (Season 2) Sign up at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hard to believe we've recorded 700 episode of Mad About Movies! Thank you all for listening and for supporting along the way. To celebrate, we've got nearly 2 hours of podcast for you as we reveal our 10 favorite actors currently. Don't worry, our 10 favorite actresses will be episode 750! Become a VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip for more episodes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our Discord could not stop talking about 'The Little Things' which stars THREE Oscar winning actors. Does it live up to their potential, or did director John Lee Hancock get in the way? We're bringing you an impromptu review of The Little Things so if you'd like to be a part of our Discord as well and maybe suggest a movie, join at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What directors would we want to see in a different era? Which movies that were adapted from books disappointed us the most? What would we do if we opened our own theater? Every month in the VIP we answer questions from listeners in a mega-sized AMA episode. Heres a preview of some of the crazy stuff we're doing on Patreon...but stay tuned to the end for Weekly Recommends! Sign up for the VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Netflix has already started their year with a high budget sci-fi action movie. Are they starting on a high note or not? We're talking all things Outside the Wire on this main feed MAM! Want video versions of our pods? Subscribe at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Something we're bringing back big in 2021 is our patent-pending American Treasures! Which nominees will make the cut this week, and will anyone be walking away with a coveted denim vest? See the full list of American Treasures on our website! Want more MAM? Our VIP Club includes bonus eps, AMAs, Discord access and more. madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Time to round up some movie news here on MAM! Netflix has released their 2021 schedule. What does it tell us about the future of the company? What will Deadpool 3 look like? We might finally have an answer, and Godzilla vs. Kong arrives sooner than expected. Make sure you become a VIP so you get Discord access and never miss an ep! madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The time has come to finish up the weird year in film that was 2020. For the first hour, we're recapping our worst of the year lists, then onto the best movies of the year for the 2nd hour. Enjoy, and let's get excited for 2021 officially, y'all! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're discussing every single season of The Office in the VIP! Head over to madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip to sign up and get them all throughout the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's our last review before we reveal our lists! We're welcoming back friend of the show Ariel from Geek 101 to discuss A24's 'Minari' and putting a nice little bow on the year in movies. Don't forget, our Office retrospective has just started! madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's Throwback episode is Happy Gilmore! For the full episode, subscribe at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We love some American Treasure Frances McDormand around here, and we love some Chloé Zhao. What happens when their powers combine? Is it as great as we would expect it to be? We've got 2 more reviews for you before we bring you our lists. so enjoy 'Nomadland' as we wave farewell to the year in film that was 2020. Our 'Office' retrospective starts this week with season 1! Sign up at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've got a lot of special stuff planned for 2021 and beyond for you main feed MAM fam and especially you VIPs. Check out this episode as we announce some additions to the show + remember to sign up at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's been nearly 10 months since they last did it, but Disney-Pixar is back to making us sob. How good is 'Soul' compared to their other films, and what should we expect next from our favorite studio? We've got over an hour of 'Soul' talk on board for this week's main feed MAM ep! Become a VIP for Discord access, bonus episodes and more at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The most anticipated movie of 2020 (that came out) is finally here! We all got to watch it in various ways over the holiday weekend. Does it live up to the hype of the original? Disappointed? Encouraged? We've got it all on deck in a massive mega-sized MAM episode as we wrap the year! Become a VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do we think of The Mandalorian as the Official Podcast of Star Wars? Brian and Kent dive into 90 minutes of Star Wars & all things Mando with a full recap and review of season 2, all the reveals, where we're heading and more. Want more MAM? Become a VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HBO Max shook up the industry when they announced that they would be carrying some of the most-anticipated movies on the service. Then Disney heard about it and was like "hold my beer" and changed the game even more with 90 trillion announcements. We're discussing all the highlights on a special Movie News Roundup edition of MAM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Fincher returns to making movies with a throwback to the 1940s and the world of Citizen Kane. Does Mank feel inspired or more like 'Oscar bait?' We're diving into all things Fincher, Oldman, and Citizen Kane on this weekly main feed MAM! Stay tuned this week to the VIP for our Raging Bull throwback! madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We love Ron Howard. We love Amy Adams. We love Glen Close. Do we love 'Hillbilly Elegy?' We're discussing the first of the 'Oscar bait' movies of the year on this week's episode, plus bringing you a ton of 'What I'm Watching!' Want more from us? Become a VIP over at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We didn’t really expect a Lego Star Wars Holiday Special in 2020 but here we are! Join us for a Star Wars filled special episode of MAM as we look at the current state of the franchise thru the lens of this Holiday Special. Plus, stay tuned for some Weekly Recommends at the end! Want more from us? Subscribe at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You heard us mention the new film 'Jungleland' on the podcast. Now we're reviewing it! Could it be one of the best/most-underrated movies of the year, or is it just forgettable? We're discussing it all plus the future of PVOD and movie theaters on this week's main feed MAM! Become a VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's been a while since we've seen anything from Sofia Coppola. She's back with her 'Lost in Translation' collaborator Bill Murray with a new comedic drama 'On the Rocks.' Do we miss Sofia's work, or wish she would just hang at her vineyard all day instead of direct? Join Kent and Brian for 'On the Rocks,' talk and some news regarding American Treasures. Want more MAM? Head over to the VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's been a year of not a lot of positivity when it comes to the movies we've been absorbing. But 'Love and Monsters' brings a surprising silver lining to an otherwise drab 2020. Kent and Brian review the movie and bring you a bunch of recommends in 'What We're Watching' on this week's MAM! Want more MAM? Become a VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What a better time to bring back Borat than in 2020? After a 14 year hiatus, we've got new Borat to talk about as Subsequent Moviefilm randomly is released on Amazon Prime. We're digging into the best bits of Borat's past with Kent and Richard on this week's MAM! Want more episodes? Subscribe to our VIP feed at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aaron Sorkin returns to the directors chair to direct we assume a bunch of walking and talking, and talking over each other. Does 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' live up to the hype? Could anything have been improved? A Kent-less cast of Brian, Richard and Batman Shane take you through the film! Want more MAM? Become a VIP at madaboutmoviespodcast.com.vip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Did you know we do Throwback conversations every week where we talk about old movies? This month, in honor of the season, we're bringing the main feed MAMfam some VIP goodness with our exclusive convo discussing Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining.' If you want more episodes like this, become a VIP over at madaboutmoviespodcast.com/vip Making Dr. Sleep - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKF1EWrtJCI&pbjreload=101 Making The Shining by Vivian Kubrick - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbNqMsK9xZs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.