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We’re finally completing our Barbenheimer review experience by talking about Oppenheimer with the lovely Tom Lum of Let’s Learn Everything! What’s GoodAlonso - Only Murders In The Building (Season 3)Drea - Midwest Vacay Tom - Carly Rae Jepsen Ify - Dr. Pepper Strawberries and Cream Strawberry Soda ITIDICAn AI Program Imagined Barbies From Around the World and Wouldn’t You Know It, They Turned Out Super RacistSAG-AFTRA, WGA Strikes Are Trying To Topple A Broken IndustryHollywood Food Insecurity Spikes Amid StrikesStaff PicksAlonso - Grave of the FirefliesDrea - AporiaTom - Barefoot GenIfy - SicarioCheck out the latest episode of Tom’s podcast Let’s Learn Everything!: Episode 44: Katie Goldin & Alex Schmidt, Space Birds, and the Bison Emoji 🦬With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeTom LumProduced by Marissa FlaxbartProduced by Bryanna PazSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

What’s GoodAlonso - Heartstoppers S2Dave - Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American GladiatorsIfy - Diablo 4: Season of the MalignantITIDICRemembering Paul ReubensBradley Cooper is Skipping the Venice Premiere of MAESTRO in SAG-AFTRA SolidarityStunt Performers and Actors Working to End “Paintdowns” and “Wiggings” Post-StrikeStaff PicksDave - Fresh (1994)Alonso - I Am SomebodyIfy - NimonaVideo Dave’s new album ArticulatedTexTilesWith:Ify NwadiweAlonso DuraldeVideo DaveProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

We've been on BARBIE-watch for what seems like forever. Now we've literally watched Barbie and our lives may never be the same. We've got Margot Robbie's countrywoman (and our good pal) Maria Lewis here, so...let's go party!What’s GoodAlonso - Sydney’s omeletDrea - Who shat on the floor at my wedding?Maria - Oppenheimer and the Barbenheimer vibesIfy - poolITIDICBarbie Sets Record Best Opening for a Female DirectorSome Independent Films Were Given the Go-Ahead by SAG-AFTRAStaff PicksAlonso - The WobbliesDrea - Lakota Nation vs. United StatesMaria - Killers of the Flower Moon (the audiobook – the movie isn’t out yet!)Ify - War GamesMaria’s latest books: Mockingbird Strike OutThe Graveyard Shift (out Sept ‘23) Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

First, we tell you all about the SAG-AFTRA strike; then, it's the theater godmothers vs. the film critics as we look at the new comedy THEATER CAMP. Finally, the gang aces a quiz about made-up movie musicals (which has been edited to include audio clips for listeners at home; in the recording, all guesses were made without audio clues, other than about 3 notes from NY/LA). And staff picks! What a show!What’s GoodAlonso: Rowenta Turbo Silence Extreme Plus Table FanDrea: TooGoodToGoKyle: National Critics Institute at the Eugene O’Neill Theater CenterIfy: Ralphs (Kroger) summer seltzer flavorsITIDICActors Have Joined Writers in Industry StrikeRe: Oppenheimer walkoutRe: Residuals checksRe: Comic-Con CancellationsThe 70mm Print of Oppenheimer Is So Big, They Had to Expand the Projection BoothStaff PicksDrea: Paper Heart (2009)Alonso: Camp (2003)Kyle: Blue JeanIfy: Bring It OnWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeKyle TurnerProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

In Adele Lim's boisterous directorial debut, JOY RIDE, four American friends get up to some major hijinks while in China. But there's more than laughs on offer in this comedy, which the gang discusses with comedian Jenny Yang. Then, we send some groups of friends on vacations of our own design.What’s GoodAlonso - The Bear Ep. 206Drea - The cookies of 2023Jenny - Being backIfy - RTX, BBQITIDICGQ Editor Who Axed an Anti-Zaslav Story Is Producing Movie for Warner Bros.The Coen Brothers are Getting Back TogetherBarbie Banned In Vietnam Over Interpretation of Map DetailsStaff PicksDrea - The LessonAlonso - Rock Hudson: All That Heaven AllowedJenny - Better Luck TomorrowIfy - Crazy Rich AsiansMore Jenny Yang at JennyYang.tvWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeJenny YangProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Ahh 1997...a time when comedy movie presidents did Bill Clinton impressions, apes were the toast of Hollywood, and NASA launched the first manned mission to Mars. That's what's happening in this year's Listener Pick, chosen by our supporter, Robin. It's Disney's RocketMan, a live-action, slapstick farce starring Harland Williams as the smartest, dumbest astronaut around.What’s GoodAlonso - BlueSkyDrea - King Size Comforter for a Queen (of the Midwest) BedHal - Ordering groceries onlineIfy - GorgesITIDIC:SAG Negotiations Extended Until July 12Mattel Exec Says that Upcoming Barney Movie Will Be “For Adults”Goodburger 2 Update: Lil Rey Howery and Jillian Bell Added to CastStaff PicksAlonso - Electric DreamsDrea - Earth MamaHal - Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.Ify - The Pest@lunalnewport’s tweetWe're sponsored by Hello Fresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/maxfilm50 and use code maxfilm50 for 50% off plus free shipping! Interested in becoming a MaxFun member? MaximumFun.org/joinCall the Hotline! MaximumFun.org/Hotlinehttp://www.maximumfun.org/hotlineWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeHal LublinProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

The debut feature from writer/director Celine Song premiered at a certain film festival you may have heard about. Now, it's in theaters, and we've invited friend of the show Inkoo Kang along to talk about it.Then, we think about outdated tech we love to see on screen.What’s GoodDrea - Heritage Store Rose Water and Glycerin SprayInkoo - Literary scammersAlonso - Jeni’s x Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tarts, Jeni’s Brown Butter Almond BrittleITIDICWhat’s Happening with Turner Classic Movies?Some Paddington 3 Casting Has Been AnnouncedEverybody’s talking about the French BARBIE movie posterHere’s a Zip DriveThe connection between John Early and ClockwatchersStaff PicksDrea - NimonaInkoo - John Early: Now More Than EverAlonso - Desperate Souls, Dark City and the Legend of Midnight CowboyWith:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeInkoo KangProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Framing devices, whip pans, Hollywood homages...oh my, it's a new Wes Anderson movie! See how this one stacks up, for the WA-superfans, the newly initiated, and those who are somewhere in between. Plus, a hotline question about memorable angles and camerawork in film.To leave a message for the hotline, email [email protected] or visit maximumfun.org/hotline !What’s GoodAlonso - Lingvano ASL courseDrea - StrawberriesDarren - Fake Rick Dalton Coverage on The Video ArchivesIfy - Juneteenth Mini FestITIDICPixar’s ELEMENTAL Set a Box Office Record…Guillermo del Toro Wants to Focus on AnimationJon Hamm Was Supposed to Star in Gone GirlStaff PicksAlonso - The BlackeningDrea - A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on ExistenceDarren - The Naked SpurIfy - The Truman ShowWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeDarren FranichProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

The author of the new film and TV book The Male Gazed (who also penned the 33 1/3 volume on Judy at Carnegie Hall) joins us to celebrate that great icon of gay culture, Judy Garland, in the barn-burning role that should have won her an Oscar. Then, the gang gets quizzed on the similarities between the four different versions of A Star Is Born ('37, '54, '76, and 2018).What’s GoodAlonso - Hi Honey, I’m Homo by Matt BaumDrea - Bentonville Film Festival and the premiere of A View of the World from Fifth AvenueManuel - ShopQueer.co and their mobile queer libraryIfy - Juneteenth Minifest at VidiotsITIDICGolden Globes Purchased by Dick Clark ProductionsIs the IP Era’s “Venture Capital” Philosophy Poisoning Movies?Oregon Man Found Guilty After Setting up Indiana Jones-inspired Booby Traps for the FedsStaff PicksAlonso - Miss JuneteenthDrea - The Philadelphia StoryManuel - The Fifth ElementIfy - JudyPick up Manuel’s new book, The Male GazedVarious takes of “The Man That Got Away”With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeManuel BetancourtProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

What’s Good?Drea - Be My EyesBrandon - Metro Boomin & Coi Leray, “Self Love”Ify - Kickstarter for GOTH Media Presents: Old RushITIDICThe Directors Guild Reached a Tentative Deal with Studios Last Weekend Studio Ghibli Will Release Miyazaki's Last Film with No Trailer or PromosDwayne Johnson is Coming Back to Fast Franchise, Possibly Without Vin Diesel?Staff PicksDrea - The Angry Black Girl and Her MonsterBrandon - Flamin HotIfy - Spider-Man (2002)Brandon’s Drunk Black History Brunch Show, Bell House Brooklyn 6/18Medium Popcorn PodcastIfy’s Juneteenth Mini-fest at VidiotsSupport our sponsor, HelloFresh!Go to HelloFresh.com/maxfilm16 and use code maxfilm16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping! With:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweBrandon CollinsProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

“Hey, big 300th episode coming up soon…what movie should we watch?” A complex question with a simple answer. We watched 300, one of Zack Snyder’s first movies, and brought back OG co-hosts Ricky and April to weigh in. Adding a unique twist to the matter: only one of these five folks had ever seen this movie before.Later, of course, we look back at some of our favorite memories from our first 300 episodes.What’s GoodAlonso - Kyle Turner, The Queer Film GuideDrea - The Cloud Appreciation SocietyRicky - Reservation DogsApril - I Think You Should Leave S3Ify - A Very Gay Book: An Inaccurate Resource for Gay ScholarsITIDICNew “Max” App’s Credits Debacle Sparks DGA IreFlorida School District in a Mess Over 5th Grade Teacher’s Screening of a Disney FilmJustine Triet Wins the Palme D’Or – the 3rd Woman to do so in 76 yearsStaff PicksDrea - Lynch/OzAlonso - Past LivesApril - Diary of a Mad HousewifeRicky - Serpico, Speak No EvilIfy - Sucker PunchWith Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeRicky CarmonaApril WolfeProducer Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

In 2001, they started out as simple street racing highway robbers. Since then, they've loved, they've died, they've come back to life, they've saved the world probably. At long last, their story comes to and end...er...hold up...it's not the end? It doesn't even know the meaning of the WORD "end?" In any case, it's Fast X, and our engines are suitably revved for Dom and them (and some new faces) to race back into our lives.What’s GoodAlonso - Guinevere Turner, When the World Didn’t EndDrea - Emo PhillipsMyq - Tom King’s Batman comics Ify - Vidiots updates, cleaning out storageITIDICDavid Zaslav Gets Booed at BU Commencement‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ Character Rick Dalton Has Apparently Died“Ultimate Cut” of Cult Classic CALIGULA Screened at CannesEditor talking about the new edit of Caligula: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McuM46YHSSM&t=1sStaff PicksDrea - You Hurt My FeelingsAlonso - MonicaMyq - The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the HorseIfy - Fastlane TV seriesKeep up with Myq Kaplan’s shows and albums at myqkaplan.comWith:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweMyq KaplanProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Tell us why you love us at maximumfun.org/hotline!What’s Good?Alonso - We See Each Other by Tre’vell AndersonDrea - Slip on RokuMallory - new personal record on bench liftingIfy - BlueSky honeymoon phaseITIDICCannes Bans Protests Near Festival CenterPure Flix to Merge with Great American MediaJanus Films and Criterion are Partnering to Present “Janus Contemporaries”Hall of ExcellenceAlonso - Tyler Hynes [The “Real Moms Know” Candidate]Mallory - Jamie Lee Curtis (True Lies) [The “Voight-Kampff Test” Candidate]Ify - Patrick Swayze [The “Thot Prototype” Candidate]Drea - Paul Newman [The “Old School” Candidate]Staff PicksDrea - The Long Kiss GoodnightAlonso - L’ImmensitàMallory - PiggyIfy - HustlersWithIfy NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeMallory O'MearaProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Over 50 years ago, Judy Blume wrote a classic coming-of-age novel about a nice girl who was simultaneously facing a move to New Jersey, sixth grade, puberty, and questions about God and religion. They say good things come to those who wait…the multi-hyphenate host of The JV Club, Janet Varney, joins us to weigh in on if this adaptation was one of those things. Plus, a lot of good and informative strike talk, and a few more ideas for childhood classics to adapt. What’s GoodDrea - A View of the World from Fifth AvenueJanet - feeling fired up about equityIfy - ripped-off sleeves to show off the guns; big union meetingITIDICWGA on Strike!Re: Unions Coming TogetherRe: Productions put on holdBurger King is Launching a New Spider-Man BurgerStaff PicksJanet - A Walk on the MoonDrea - The Starling Girl, Girl Flu.Ify - Mobile Suit Gundam 1, 2, and 3We're sponsored this week by HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/maxfilm16 to get 16 free meals plus free shipping!WithIfy NwadiweDrea ClarkJanet VarneyProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Say it with us: Animation is an art form! Animation isn’t just for kids! Makoto Shinkai’s latest film, Suzume, proves that an animated film with talking cats and teaching students who are temporarily chairs can make a grown person cry. Then, we’ll do a fun audio quiz about famous doors of cinema history.What’s GoodAlonso - Dave White saving the day on Deck the HallmarkDrea - Drag Isn’t Dangerous telethonKaren - Collective action and worker solidarityIfy - Alhambra CostcoITIDICEva Green Wins Her Million Dollar Lawsuit Over Failed MovieEntire Super Mario Bros. Movie Got Leaked thanks to Twitter Blue FeatureCinema Con Wrapped Up Last WeekendStaff PicksAlonso - Makoto Shinkai Blu-Rays, The Place Promised in Our Early Days, 5 Centimeters Per Second, and Children Who Chase Lost VoicesDrea - BlackBerryIfy - GANTZ:OKaren - Beau is AfraidWith: Ify Nwadiwe Drea Clark Alonso Duralde Karen HanProduced by Marissa Flaxbart Sr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Little Richard is a fixture of American culture, and if you were born after the 1950s, you may never have known a time when that wasn’t the case. But chances are, even if you know Little Richard’s name and larger-than-life persona, you still don’t know the half of what he contributed to culture (and not just music culture). Lisa Cortes’s documentary sets the record straight (well, okay, not straight…) and we have Juilliard ethnomusicology professor Fredara Hadley (who appears in the doc as an expert) here to help us talk it out.What’s GoodAlonso - Blue Diamond Cocoa Dusted AlmondsFredara - Spring in New York = Horticulture time!Drea - Jury Duty on FreeveeITIDICa.) Some Celebrities Are Getting Their Blue Checks Restored…Against Their Willb). Joaquin Phoenix Warns Fans Not to Take Mushrooms Before BEAU IS AFRAIDc). Next (yes, NEXT) Fast and Furious Sequel Has its WritersStaff PicksAlonso - The Girl Can’t Help ItFredara - The WizDrea - JoylandWith:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeFredara HadleyProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Comedian, writer, and friend Josh Gondelman joins us, adding one more sneaker lover to the panel for a look at a movie directed by Ben Affleck, starring Matt Damon and "the Michael Jordan of acting," Viola Davis. AIR puts that puts the origin story of a famous shoe in the spotlight. but is there more to this one than leather and laces? What’s GoodAlonso - new 1776 productionDrea - virtual CoachellaJosh - Yellowjackets S2Ify - Alice in BorderlandITIDICLuminate's Diversity Progress ReportWGA Members Vote Overwhelmingly To Authorize a StrikeVidiots is Finally Opening in LAStaff PicksJosh - Out of SightAlonso - High Flying BirdDrea - Polite SocietyIfy - Mystic PizzaFind out about Josh’s tour dates and newsletter at JoshGondelman.com With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeJosh GondelmanProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

The D&D nerds and the arthouse cinema nerds join forces in this one-shot campaign, as we delve into Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Then, we have a quiz that makes Ify realize maybe he likes quizzes after all.What’s GoodAlonso: Starburst Jelly BeansDrea: Leguizamo Does AmericaRiley: Kindle reading streakIfy: Japanese convenience storesITIDICJack Black thinks Pedro Pascal Should Play WarioWe now have some details on the many new Star Wars movies in the worksTimothee Chalamet Will Do His Own Singing in an upcoming Bob Dylan movieStaff PicksAlonso: Showing UpDrea: Dating AmberRiley: But I’m a CheerleaderIfy: A Knight’s TaleCheck out Riley’s new RPG podcast, Strumpets and FlagonsWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeRiley SilvermanProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

The directorial debut of Raine Allen-Miller, RYE LANE is set mostly on and around the Southeast London Street of the same name, and follows Dom and Yas (David Jonsson and Vivian Oparah) from meet-not-so-cute to grand romantic finale. But RYE LANE is that genre movie that shows it ain’t (just) what you do, it’s the way that you do it. Film critic Aramide Tinubu joins us to discuss!What’s GoodDrea - inspiring a listener to volunteer at a film festivalAramide - tuna melt and new perfumesAlonso - Hallmark’s Time Traveling Pond ShowITIDICApple Originals and Sony Partner for Theatrical Run of Ridley Scott’s NAPOLEONDisney Laid Off Controversial Marvel Chair Ike PerlmutterPaddington in Peru Starts Production in JulyStaff PicksDrea - How to Blow Up a PipelineAramide - A Thousand and OneAlonso - Southside With YouWith:Alonso DuraldeDrea Clark Aramide TinubuProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

When Robert Zemeckis's WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT? hit the big screens, perhaps you were a college graduate, a baby in sunglasses , or none of the above. But whoever and wherever you were, the world was forever changed by the knowledge that Daffy and Donald Duck could appear on the same stage. Oh, and that toons and humans could be co-stars. Since it's the last day of MaxFunDrive, we've got this very special episode for you with very special guest Jordan Morris. Puh-puh-puhleeeze enjoy!What’s Good?Alonso - Lay's "French Roasted Chicken with Spices" chips from TaiwanDrea - Davy Mayer for Madison, WI District 6 AlderJordan - new beardIfy - JapanStaff PicksDrea - Rye LaneAlonso - ChinatownJordan - Fire of LoveIfy - My Neighbor TotoroVisit maximumfun.org/join to become a member today!With:Ify NwadiweDrea Clark Alonso DuraldeJordan MorrisProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Go to MaximumFun.org/join to become a member today! Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

It’s MaxFunDrive 2023! Visit MaximumFun.org/join now, then come back and listen!What’s better that one kaiju? Two kaiju? No, think bigger. We’re talking ALLL monsters…and the sexy alien overlords who are controlling their minds. We’ve got Alonso’s co-host on Linoleum Knife (and in life), Dave White, joining us to expand our kaiju appreciation. Plus, we consider some technology news from real-life 1999 (the year this movie is set – it was released in ‘68) and invent some kaiju of our own.What’s GoodAlonso - Ben & Jerry’s x Tony’s Chocolonely Drea - Sleeping with your hair in a loose bunDave - QAALMIfy - Box Office Predictions?Staff PicksDrea - MonstersAlonso - Godzilla: King of the MonstersDave - Pacifiction“Ify” - Colossal Visit MaximumFun.org/join to start, boost, or upgrade your membership! Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Whether you're counting it as the third Creed movie or the ninth Rocky movie, there's one thing you can't deny: Jonathan Majors is in this one. This is also the one that will go down in history as Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut! We've got two past guests, together for the first time (on our podcast, that is), Unspooled's Amy Nicholson and Paul Scheer! While we have these four movie experts convened, of course we gotta have a movie quiz!What’s GoodAlonso - Complete First Seasons of Poker Face and The Last of UsAmy - Starting TMPaul - Never investing in SVB, plus The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick RubinDrea - fallout from Daniels thank-you momentITIDICBob Odenkirk Will Star in Remake of THE ROOM (for charity)Oscars Talk!Staff PicksAlonso - The Heroic Trio, Police Story 3: Super CopAmy - Death SpaPaul - Hooper, The Stunt ManDrea - Robot and FrankWe're Sponsored this week by MasterClass! Our listeners can get 15% off an annual membership! Go to MasterClass.com/MAXIMUMFILMListen to Unspooled!With:Drea Clark Alonso DuraldeAmy NicholsonPaul ScheerProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Jerzy Skolimowski’s EO is probably not the first film to premiere at Cannes, land on a ton of annual Top Ten lists, and then get nominated for Best International Feature at the Academy Awards. But it’s the first movie to do all that AND be about – and starring – a donkey. Comedian Ashley Ray joins us to talk about our silent protagonist’s adventure across Europe. Then, a certain bear joins the Hall of Excellence and we pick some other non-human POVs that would make good cinema.What’s Good:Drea - Hearing the Spirit Awards were accessibleAshley - Extreme SistersAlonso - Kristen Lopez, But Have You Read the Book?ITIDICNew Ninja Turtles MovieLenny Kravitz to Sing Oscars “In Memoriam” SegmentEEAAOO Wins a LOT of Spirit Awards (watch The Daniels’ speech)Staff PicksDrea - BruiserAshley - Three WaysAlonso- Framing AgnesCheck out TV, I Say with Ashley RayWith:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeAshley RayProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

From director Elizabeth Banks comes a romp through the woods of Blood Mountain, with a cast of fun actors (Margo Martindale! O’Shea Jackson Jr! Keri Russell! Isiah Whitlock, Jr!, the late, great Ray Liotta!) trying not to be mauled to death by a coke-addled black bear. And we’ve got The Flop House’s Dan McCoy with us to pick up the bloody pieces. Then, nominees are selected for the Hall of Excellence: Best Movie Animals!What’s Good?Alonso - Meet Me At the Fountain by Alexandra LangeDrea - the New Black Film CanonDan - 80s TV and videos archived on YouTubeIfy - magical drying floor…a birthday miracle?ITIDICEverything Everywhere Cleaned Up at the SAG Awards Last Weekend…More LOTR Movies Are A-Brewin’Quantumania Might Have Set a Box Office Record (and not a good one)Staff PicksAlonso - Death Becomes HerDan - The FrightenersDrea - Tremors Marissa - Bear With UsIfy - The GreyListen to The Flop HouseWith:Ify NwadiweDrea Clark Alonso DuraldeDan McCoyProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Today’s movie premiered at Cannes 2022 and was the Cambodian entry for Best International Feature at this year’s Oscars (though it didn’t make it off the shortlist). It follows newcomer’s Park Ji-Min’s Freddie as she returns to Korea for the first time since her adoption as a baby by French parents. Our guest is comedian Josh Johnson, whose new special Up Here Killing Myself is on Peacock. After unpacking this new movie, everyone tries their best at a brand-new (and extremely trivial) movie trivia game about movie time jumps.What’s GoodAlonso - Marry Me a Little by Roy KirbyDrea - Jimmy CarterJosh - NHL ‘95 for Sega GenesisIfy - Pine Street BiscuitsITIDICa). Women of Color See (Minor) Gains in Top-Grossing Movie Rolesb). RRR’s Telugu Twitter Dramac). Tina Fey and Tim Meadows to Reprise Their Mean Girls RolesStaff PicksDrea - Somewhere BetweenAlonso - True StoriesJosh - Rise of the Young WolfIfy - OrphanMore Josh Johnson:Up Here Killing MyselfThe Josh Johnson ShowHead to HeadOur sponsor this week is MasterClassGet unlimited access to EVERY class, and as a Maximum Film listener, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to MasterClass.com/MAXFILM nowWith:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweJosh JohnsonProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Kenya Barris's new movie (co-written with co-star Jonah Hill) hit Netflix a few weeks back, and comedian Kenice Mobley joins the crew to talk about the film and give her take on which generations of Americans should consider watching it. X? Y? Z? All/none of the above? Listen and find out. Then you can listen to Kenice's new comedy album, Follow Up Question.Later on, Ify tries on a slightly different accent and we take a hotline letter about wasted potential.What's Good?Alonso - Sleuth on a secret streaming serviceDrea - Rubbing elbows with celebsKenice - create-your-own Under the Tuscan Sun adventureIfy - The Obscure DistilleryITIDICPaddington Director Paul King’s Next Project will be a Fred Astaire Biopic..but not the only oneWarner Brothers Was Slow to Release Magic Mike’s Last Dance Box Office Last Weekend, even though It was #1New Fast X Trailer DroppedStaff PicksAlonso - MissingDrea - EmilyIfy - The Bad News BearsKenice - M3GANLeave us a Hotline message at maximumfun.org/hotlineWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeKenice MobleyProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Comic actor, Christmas Special Haver, and half of the Las Culturistas dynasty, Matt Rogers is our guest as we catch up on an Oscar nominee we didn't get to when it was initially released: TÁR. Then, the crew tells us what movie characters they want interviewed the way Adam Gopnik interviewed Lydia Tar.What’s GoodAlonso - The Last of Us has Melanie Lynskey nowDrea - Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon red carpet photosMatt - return of RHONJIfy - Mschf's Astro Boy bootsITIDICa). James Cameron does new tests to answer the TITANIC question: Was there room for both Jack and Rose on that door?b). Viola Davis is now an EGOT after winning a Grammyc). AMC is Revamping Their Pricing Model, Will Charge Based on Which Seats You WantStaff PicksAlonso - Oscar and LucindaDrea - Hilary and JackieMatt - Pamela, A Love StoryIfy - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingLeave us a Hotline message at maximumfun.org/hotlineWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeMatt RogersProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Since winning the Grand Jury prize at the Venice Film festival, SAINT OMER, a movie based on the real life experience of its French-Senegalese director Alice Diop, has appeared on many critics’ lists, and is now becoming available to see in the US. Ellie Foumbi, director of Spirit Award nominee Our Father, The Devil (which also screened in Venice!) is our guest.Then, we hear Hall of Excellence results and take a Hotline call about critically acclaimed movies that are hard to see in much of the country. New Hotline Website!What’s GoodAlonso - Everything’s coming up CompanyDrea - Willow TV SeriesEllie - Norman Malone: For the Left HandIfy - snowboarding and dad storiesITIDICWinners Have Been Announced at the Sundance Film FestivalThe Academy Reviewing Its “Campaign Procedures”Regal Cinemas to Screen all Best Picture NomineesStaff PicksAlonso - AtlanticsDrea - The InspectionEllie - An Elephant Sitting StillIfy - The MenuOur sponsor this week is Star of MagnoliaSupport independent filmmakers on their quest to make their first feature film, KING TARA. Visit www.gofundme.com/kingtarafilmWith:Ify NwadiweDrea Clark Alonso DuraldeEllie Foumbi Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

“A nice guy and his playboy buddy host an ill-advised mega-party.” That vague logline is what the original HOUSE PARTY (1990) starring Kid N' Play has in common with the new HOUSE PARTY, starring Jacob Lattimore and Tosin Cole. Well, that and the title. For today’s episode, the core gang digs into a whole comparative analysis of these two movies. Then, there’s a new round of nominees for the Hall of Excellence. What’s Good?Alonso - Big-ass Box of BaconDrea - Duolingo streakIfy - SF Sketchfest ITIDICRegal Cinemas Closing 39 Theaters in Cineworld Bankruptcy AftermathZoe Saldaña Becomes the First Actor to Star in Four Films That Have Crossed the Two Billion Dollar MarkThe Oscar Nominations Came Out this WeekStaff PicksDrea - Lovers RockAlonso - Happy As LazzaroIfy - Class ActOur sponsor this week is Star of MagnoliaSupport independent filmmakers on their quest to make their first feature film, KING TARA. Visit www.gofundme.com/kingtarafilmWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Talk about a two-hand spectacular! We’ve got Nikole Beckwith, the director of one phenomenal indie two-hander (Together Together, starring Ed Helms and Patti Harrison) talking about the two-hander debut from director Charlotte Wells (in which the two “hands” are Paul Mescal and Frankie Corio). And only two of our usual hosts are here (which was totally planned, look how nice it all lines up, no holes in this story!). Then there’s a quiz about – what else – Two-Handers! (A two-hander is a movie that mainly focuses on on two leads, in case that wasn’t clear from context.)What’s GoodDrea- Birthday float tank visitNikole - fresh snowAlonso - Liza Minnelli’s album w/ Pet Shop BoysITIDICThis past holiday weekend was the strongest at the box office in a whileNetflix is planning a lot of Korean programming for 2023Sundance 2023 Has Begun!Staff PicksDrea - Saint OmerNikole - The CathedralAlonso - Slither (1973)We’re sponsored this week by MasterClass.Get unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass, and as a Maximum Film listener, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to MasterClass.com/MAXFILM.With:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeNikole BeckwithProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

The co-host of Good Christian Fun joins us to talk about a movie that is quite good, pretty Christian, and not a ton of fun. But it's also not, as Caroline points out, a "stone cold bummer." It's the latest film from Sarah Polley, based on a book by Miriam Toews, and is fascinating both on a literal and a metaphorical level. We get serious between goofs, and then lighten the mood with a Hotline letter about movie scores.What’s GoodAlonso - Pointer Sisters’ Sesame Street SongDrea - Yung Gravy gives bras to charityCaroline - Jessica Simpson’s Open BookIfy - TikTok refrigerator hackITIDICThe Golden Globes Were on TV Again…Dave Bautista Says He’s Ready to Leave Drax and the MCU Behind AFI Study Documents Women’s Contributions to Early CinemaStaff PicksAlonso - Petite MamanDrea - My Year of DicksCaroline - M3GANIfy - also M3GANWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeCaroline ElyProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Long before THE WHALE was released, Drea texted our friend (comedian, movie star, and Mr. Prune) Guy Branum and asked him to join us for this episode whenever it happened. So today, we answer the question: What happens when a provocative filmmaker puts an excellent, straight actor in an elaborate fat suit and then films a stage play about it? Plus, everyone shares some 2023 New Movie Year Resolutions, and tells us who else they'd like to have a big-screen comeback.What's GoodAlonso - Dot’s Cheese CurlsDrea - The Seven (1/2) Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart TurtonGuy - Wet Leg, Chaise LongueIfy - Szechuan Noodles from H-Mart (the ones in the beige package)Staff PicksDrea - Women TalkingAlonso - BrosGuy - Born YesterdayIfy - DrivewaysWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeGuy BranumProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

It’s the final episode of 2022! We start out with our annual MAXI AWARDS, and then move on to top 10 lists from each host. No matter what the haters say, it was a year of great movies — there’s only one film that appears on all three lists, and only three repeats in all. That’s a lot of best movies! Plus, we’ll close things out by looking forward to some of next year’s titles. What’s GoodAlonso - But Have You Read the Book? by Kristen LopezDrea - Screen Drafts: (Worst) Spielbergs Ify - AMC A-List?!Top 10sIfy10. WAKANDA FOREVER9. BULLET TRAIN8. FIRE ISLAND7. PREY6. UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT5. AFTER YANG4. NOPE3. SHE SAID2. HONK FOR JESUS. SAVE YOUR SOUL.1. EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCEDreaAFTERSUNAFTER YANGBANSHEES OF INISHERINCORSAGEEVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCEGUILLERMO DEL TORO’S PINOCCHIOA LOVE SONGON THE COUNT OF THREETÁRWOMEN TALKINGAlonso10. BENEDICTION9. BROS8. ALL THE BEAUTY AND THE BLOODSHED7. WOMEN TALKING6. APOLLO 10½ : A SPACE AGE CHILDHOOD5. EO4. NO BEARS3. HIT THE ROAD2. EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE1. RRR***With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Christmas-averse city boy Sam meets holiday-loving smalltown Jason…who can guess what might happen next? it’s a Hallmark Channel holiday movie first, and we’re here to dissect it in all its sweet, slapstick-y, romantic glory, with film and culture writer Justin Kirkland in (mistle)tow.Then, a double dose of Holiday Hotline calls , and the last Christmas Movie Minute of 2022!What’s GoodAlonso - Monastery of Angels Pumpkin Bread Drea - the outer limits of vanityJustin - first latkeIfy - Modjeska time!ITIDICHenry Cavill’s Getting a Warhammer MovieDonald Glover is Producing/Starring in a New Spider-Man MovieThe First Barbie Teaser Trailer Has Been ReleasedStaff PicksAlonso - All the Beauty and the BloodshedDrea - Wildcat Justin - Women Talking Ify - Die HardWe're sponsored by MasterClassThis holiday, give the perfect gift of an annual MasterClass membership and get one free! Go to MasterClass.com/MAXFILM today.Justin’s podcast, John Dutton Must DieAlonso’s BooksI'll Be Home for Christmas Movies Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas***With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeJustin KirklandProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

The pitch: “Die Hard but Bruce Willis is Santa, Nakatomi Plaza is a rich lady’s house, and Hans Gruber is John Leguizamo. Also add in some Home Alone, a lot of bone-crushing, and jokes.” The pitch meeting might not have gone down exactly like that, but the resulting film is called Violent Night, and we’re talking about it today with the director of the new RLJE/Shudder/AMC holiday horror film The Apology! Then, Alonso will adjudicate a Santa/Scrooge movie quiz. What’s GoodAlonso - Neal Bledsoe’s statement on stepping away from GAFDrea - Clark Family Murder Mystery Dinner PartyAlison - Christmas nail art!Ify - snowboarding trip turned cozy, indoor tripITIDICBlack Adam Didn’t Kill at the Box OfficeDwayne Johnson posted a set photo of J.K. Simmons as a Jacked SantaJames Cameron prepped Avatar 2 Writers Room w/800 pages of notesStaff PicksDrea - The ApologyAlonso - SpiritedAlison - International FallsIfy - William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet***With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeAlison Star LockeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Screenwriter and director Daniel Waters (Heathers, Hudson Hawk, Batman Returns, Vampire Academy) joins what he’s hoping will be a “wall-to-wall lovefest” for Bones and All, the cannibal love story starring former Ify Nwadiwe co-star Timothée Chalamet. Will one of our hosts rip his proverbial still beating heart from his chest? That’s the drama today on a very memorable episode of Max™️.Then, we’ll have a Hotline call about favorite movie scumbags. And a Christmas Movie Minute!What’s GoodAlonso - Matt Rogers, Have You Heard of Christmas?Drea - silk pillowcasesDaniel - Trent Reznor’s score to this film (and via Alonso, Batman Returns as a Christmas movie)Ify - Nicholas Brittell’s Moonlight score/5th Anniversary editionITIDICWarner Bros Discovery Testing New Names for Combined Streaming ServicesRustic Films Team Makes Deal to Create 10 Microbudget Features23 in ‘23: The Oscars Will Air All 23 Categories Live Staff PicksDrea - Leonor Will Never DieDaniel - Return to SeoulAlonso - The Holiday SitterIfy - Spinners, a short film starring Timothée ChalametWe’re sponsored this week by The Podcast Podcast Podcast. Each week podcasters ONeil, Olivia and Tyler pitch each other innovative, lucrative, and absolutely bonkers podcast ideas - then create them in the second half of the show! Follow along at WebsiteWebsiteWebsite.biz or on social media @TriplePCast.Here’s how to get your own Jumbotron. Alonso’s Christmas Books!I’ll Be Home For Christmas MoviesHave Yourself a Movie Little Christmas***With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeDaniel WatersProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Travel back in time to everyone’s favorite year, 2016, as the true story of reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor’s exposé of Harvey Weinstein unfolds before your eyes. Plus, we go from movie news to news movies as we take a look back at the year in Film Twitter and then rip some movie plots from the headlines. And a Christmas Movie Minute!What’s Good?Alonso - Christmas Past by Brian EarlDrea - Lisa Eldridge lipstick in Skyscraper RoseKatie - RRR at the AeroIfy - Christmas decorationsStaff PicksDrea - Lady Chatterly’s LoverAlonso - All the President's MenKatie - Funny You Should Ask by Elissa SussmanIfy - DriveAlonso’s Christmas Books!I’ll Be Home For Christmas MoviesHave Yourself a Movie Little ChristmasAdditional Reading:Gabrielle Bluestone on Danielle Miller for NYMagRyan Gosling in Hammer Pants***With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeKatie WalshProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

We’re on our way to Wakanda this Thanksgiving weekend, by land and by sea. Aaron “Bear Cov” Covington, co-writer of Creed and Grand Crew, is our illustrious guest. Plus, it’s our Turkeys of the Year episode…spoiler alert: it’s heavy on CEOs! What’s Good?Alonso - Turkey Tetrazzini ("think about tetrazzini: you'll be glad you did")Drea - Spirit Awards NominationsCov - Sacramento KingsIfy - Escaping the IKEA parking lotITIDICa). Fast X Budget Has Ballooned to Over $340mb). Wan and Blum May Be Joining their Horror Housesc). S.S. Rajamouli Floats the Possibility of an RRR 2Staff PicksAlonso - Santa CampDrea - Art and Krimes by KrimesCov - GattacaIfy - The Night BeforeBuy Alonso's Christmas Books! Have Yourself a Movie Little ChristmasI'll Be Home for Christmas MoviesAaron's Podcast: Black Guys on White MoviesWe are sponsored by MasterClass!This holiday, give one annual membership and get one free! Go to MasterClass.com/MAXFILM today. Terms apply.***With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeAaron CovingtonProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Sebastián Lelio directs Florence Pugh, Tom Burke, and a beatific kiddo (Kila Lord Cassidy) in the new Netflix film, The Wonder.Then, we have Hall of Excellence results, a movie quiz about framing devices, and a Christmas Movie Minute.What’s GoodAlonso - VHSDrea - Ravensburger puzzles within puzzlesLeah - Wordle, kindaIfy - St Louis trip and package seasonITIDICMarcel the Shell With Shoes On and Apollo 10 ½ will be considered for animation Oscar categoryScoob!: Holiday Haunt Has Wrapped Production…Despite Being Canceled The Red Carpet at the Milan Premiere of ‘Bones and All’ Was Shut DownStaff PicksDrea - Something in the DirtAlonso - Take This WaltzLeah - Holy Spider (and All the Beauty and the Bloodshed)Ify - Only God Forgives***With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeLeah GreenblattProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Now streaming on AppleTV+ is the latest A24 release, the directorial debut of Lila Neugebauer. Set in New Orleans in the somewhat recent past, CAUSEWAY has a lot of pieces the gang loves. So, do they all come together into something screen-worthy? Let’s find out!What’s Good MentionsAlonso - Cap’n Crunch Christmas CrunchDrea - autumn in New YorkIfy - all the dumplingsITIDICa.) Andy Serkis Would Love for Snoke to Have His Own Filmb). Lionsgate Is Cooking Up a Major John Wick Video Gamec). Missing Muppet Christmas Carol Song Will be Restored to Disney+ Version Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies Ify at Flyover Comedy Festival Staff Picks:Drea - Banshees of InisherinAlonso - If Beale Street Could TalkIfy - Godzilla vs. KongWith:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProducer Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

No, it’s not the The Invitation that came out this year; we’re taking it back to 2016, when Karyn Kusama’s thoughtful thriller The Invitation was released in theaters. Drea’s away on set, but we’ve got three (sometimes four) Angelenos and a Brooklynite sharing their movie thoughts, as well as their tips for when and how to leave a sketchy party. Oh, and Karyn Kusama was born in Brooklyn!Later, Margo and Alonso imagine their dream casts for dinner party movies, and it’s the first Christmas Movie Minute of the season!.What’s Good:Alonso - Herr’s Old Bay Potato Chips Margo - Reboot on HuluDave - Fuckwolf, “My Life”Ify - Taping his episode of Grand Crew! H-Mart Snack SupremacyITIDIC:Kevin Feige Is Happy For James Gunn, ReallyKenan Thompson Says a Goodburger sequel is closer than everCate Blanchett Did Hot Ones and the Criterion Closet, Probably on the Same DayStaff Picks:Alonso - The Anniversary PartyMargo - The Hot RockDave - Sicily! and the films of Daniele Huillet and Jean-Marie StraubIfy - PrometheusMargo’s Book is Filmed in Brooklyn; follow her on Instagram, Twitter, TikTokBuy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies With:Ify NwadiweAlonso DuraldeMargo DonohueDave WhiteProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

We’ve got film critic Robert Daniels to help us answer the hard-hitting questions about a film about the kind of gutwrenching true story you wish were pure fiction. Questions like: Did you want to see this movie? Then, we take a hotline call that brings in a healthy dose of Black Joy. What’s GoodDrea - wedding ridiculousness Robert - awesome Chicago weatherIfy - skincareITIDICAngelina Jolie Will Play Opera Singer Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín’s Next FilmWarner Bros.’ Cooks Up an NFT ‘experience’: The Fellowship in 4KTim Burton Says He’s Done with Disney after Dumbo DebacleStaff Picks:Drea - Clemency, Girls TripRobert - Aftersun, The Banshees of InisherinIfy - Watchmen (the show)Robert’s TIME article: Witnessing Black Trauma Onscreen in 2022Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkRobert DanielsProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Sometimes, when planning our Maximum Film! calendar, someone will text the group saying, “I just saw a movie and, hoo boy.” That’s how this episode was born. To help us on this horror journey, we have an expert guest, Nay Bever. Nay is an artist, a producer and interviewee on Queer for Fear, and co-host of Attack of the Queerwolf, and she gamely joins us to explain details like how Pinhead fits into the whole power hierarchy of Hell. What’s GoodAlonso - Dorie’s Cookies / Vanilla SablesDrea - bivalent booster and other COVID accoutrementNay - dinner with friendsIfy - Marvel vs. Capcom 2; new season of The ChallengeITIDICHarrison Ford is joining the MCUNetflix Ad Tier Pricing Has Been RevealedDirector Christopher Landon Lambastes Studios Over Day-and-Date Horror ReleasesStaff Picks:Ify - The Neon DemonDrea - Decision to LeaveAlonso - The Velvet VampireNay - Child’s PlayBuy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies Episode Sponsor: MasterClassGo to MasterClass.com/MAXFILM for 15% off MasterClass.With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeNay BeverProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Comedian Steve Hernandez joins us to take a look at Universal's splashy gay rom-com. We talk about where it sits in queer cinema history and whether it delivered on its promises (of both the "rom" and "com" varieties).Then, we get some characters from movies past set up with podcasting narrators of their own.What’s GoodAlonso - Retail Christmas seasonSteve - wedding planning, The Chatterbox, Rao’s sauce from the jarDrea - Season 3 of Derry GirlsITIDICa). John Waters Returns to Directing to Helm Adaptation of His Novelb). Netflix Will Put Knives Out 2 in 600 Theaters For a Weekc). Velma is “Officially” Gay in the Newest Scooby-Doo MovieStaff PicksDrea - Straight Up (2022)Alonso - Go Fish (1994)Steve - Boom for Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat (2018)We are sponsored by OVID.tvVisit OVID.tv and use code MAXFILM for 50% off a year of boundary-pushing international cinema. With:Drea ClarkAlonso DuraldeSteve HernandezProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Welcome to Victory, where the sinks are spotless, the wardrobes are flawless, and dinner is on the floor. Depresh Mode's John Moe joins us to dissect Don't Worry Darling, a movie that is definitely a movie. Then, we'll take a hotline call about directorial blank checks.What’s GoodAlonso - Queer for FearDrea - Law & Order Character Drea Clark (ep: “Battle Lines”)John - The return of Don’t Hug Me I’m ScaredIfy - Wellbutrin & Kid Cudi’s EntergalacticITIDICa). Blade Director Bassam Tariq Exits Two Months Before Productionb). Everything Everywhere All At Once Hits $70m Domestic Box Officec). Community Movie is Finally HappeningStaff PicksDrea - Who Invited Them (2022)Alonso - Space Station 76 (2014)John - Out of Sight (1998)Ify - Midsommar (2019)Bonus picks: Lady Macbeth (2017), Little Women (2019), Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat (1895)The Hilarious World of Depression by John Moe (now in paperback!) We are sponsored by OVID.tvVisit OVID.tv and use code MAXFILM for 50% off a year of boundary-pushing international cinema. With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeJohn MoeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

The Montana winter isn’t the only thing ice-cold and unrelenting in God’s Country, directed by newcomer Julian Higgins and starring Thandiwe Newton. We’ve got Vulture’s TV critic and film writer Roxana Hadadi along to unpack all that this indie is bringing us. (Btw, today’s conversation is relatively spoiler-free.)Then we’ll play a word quiz inspired by the title of this week’s movie.What’s GoodAlonso - Hallmark’s upcoming slate, especially The Holiday SitterDrea - Kitchen deep cleanRoxana - newly planted White Oak treeITIDICTom Hardy Quietly Entered a Local Martial Arts Tournament Last WeekJon Hamm Gave Back Over Half His Salary to Extend Confess, Fletch Shoot Saoirse Ronan will lead the cast of Steve McQueen’s upcoming World War II MovieRead the short story Winter LightSound of Metal is out on Criterion with an intro essay by Roxana HadadiStaff PicksDrea - Athena (2022)Alonso - Benediction (2022)Roxana - Athena and The Battle of Algiers (1966)SoylentGo to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use promo code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order.With:Alonso DuraldeDrea ClarkRoxana HadadiProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

A lot of the fun of BARBARIAN is in the suspense of not knowing what to expect. So let’s just say: there’s this house. There are people there. And if you want to know more, see the movie, then listen to this special trio-only episode of MaxFilm! (Or, you can listen to the first segment, then skip to the last segment).Later, we’ll play a round of ScareBnB.What’s GoodAlonso - Sprinkles’ “La Gloria” Cupcake Drea - Railroad workersIfy - Trader Joe’s Pumpkin KringleITIDICMission Impossible 8 Halted Production by a Stray Flock of SheepThe People’s Joker pulled from TIFF after one screening David Harbour to Star in “Killer-Santa” movie Violent NightStaff PicksDrea - Do Revenge (2022)Alonso - Confess, Fletch (2022)Ify - Untold: The Rise and Fall of AND1 (2022) (and Don't Breathe, 2016)MasterClassGet unlimited access to EVERY MasterClass. For 15% off an annual membership, go to MasterClass.com/MAXFILM.With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Enjoy this episode of the only podcast that gives you BOTH a capsule description of the Paramount Accords and personal childhood memories of an imaginary mermaid girlfriend. With special guests like television luminary writer/producer Bryan Fuller, who are also witness to all of the above in real time! You can't miss it. And you're not missing it, because here you are, reading the shownotes.Later, we’ll take an hotline message about island movies.What’s GoodAlonso - PaxlovidDrea - Californians saving powerBryan - E.T. on IMAXIfy - Korean skincare/hyaluronic acidITIDICWall-E Criterion 4K ReleaseZac Efron Says His Baywatch regimen is unattainable, made him depressedCineworld Stocks Up after Bankruptcy Cash Influx Staff PicksAlonso - Whirlybird (2020)Drea - Big Fish (2003)Ify - Aladdin (2019)Bryan - Amelie (2001)SoylentGo to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use promo code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order.With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeBryan FullerProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

We’ve had our eye on this one from its premiere at Sundance (!). Now, Adamma Ebo’s mockumentary, starring Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall, has hit theaters and Peacock, with a period in its title and a lot more than pearl Prada on its mind.Later, we’ll nominate mockumentaries to the Hall of Excellence.What’s GoodAlonso - Gratitude for the people in his life that let him rest and recuperate Drea - Justice for Selena Gomez’s deadpan on OMITBAngelique - Fall Festival SeasonIfy - A/C scienceITIDICThat Famous Nicole Kidman AMC Ad is Getting a SequelLast Saturday was “National Cinema Day” in the USChris “Ludacris” Bridges and Lil Rel Howery Are Making a Christmas Movie for Disney+Hall of Excellence Nominees - Vote on FacebookWaiting for Guffman (1996)Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016)Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)The Other Side of the Wind (2018, technically)Staff PicksSupport the Girls (2018)A Face in the Crowd (1957)The Best Man (1999)The House (2022)Other Honk for Jesus linksEbo’s short film versionAngelique’s interview with the castEveryPlateGet your first box for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code maxfilm149. With:Ify NwadiweDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeAngelique JacksonProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher