Everyone's A Critic

Comedian and presenter Matt Richardson joins the show to defend 1997's unhinged action extravaganza, Con Air . We break down why 90s blockbusters reign supreme over modern hyper-realism, how Nicolas Cage pulled off one of the most legendary runs in cinema history, and why action movies urgently need to bring back the "hat on a hat" philosophy. ⭐ Support the show on Patreon for: Epi...

Comedian Mary O'Connell joins the show to defend the misunderstood 2001 satire Josie and the Pussycats. Tune in as we break down how the movie flawlessly predicted modern algorithm-driven consumerism, discuss the insane alternate casting choices that left Beyoncé and Aaliyah on the cutting room floor, and explore how 73 companies got free product placement in the film. Plus, we swap stories a...

Comedian and actor Rosalie Minnitt joins the show to defend the 2003 Eddie Murphy family comedy Daddy Day Care. Tune in as we break down its 28% critic score versus its 49% audience score, discuss why the film perfectly encapsulates 2000s "millennial hope-core", swap chaotic stories about her dad catching a nine-hour addiction to a Mary-Kate and Ashley PlayStation 2 game, and explore her...

In the middle of a very busy schedule, actor and comedian Kiell Smith-Bynoe drops into the studio to defend the 2004 Tony Scott revenge thriller, Man on Fire. We break down the massive divide between the 39% Rotten Tomatoes critic score and the 89% audience score, debating whether the complaints about runtime and violence were justified. We analyze Denzel Washington's legendary performance, D...

We are diving into the archives this week to bring back an absolute favorite classic episode of Everyone's a Critic! Comedian Emily Wilson stops by the studio to defend the 2011 Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston rom-com, Just Go With It. We break down why the critics were entirely wrong to give this film a 19% on Rotten Tomatoes, arguing that it is actually a sweet, character-driven comedy el...

Actor, comedian, and host of Crowd Control on Dropout, Jacquis Neal joins me to defend the year 2000 Martin Lawrence vehicle, Big Momma's House. We discuss why this broad comedy is vastly underappreciated and how it brilliantly parodies the classic matriarch character originating from the drama Soul Food. We dive into Martin Lawrence's legendary, trailblazing run in the 90s and 2000s, wh...

(Note: Apologies for the slight drop in audio quality this week! We had a corrupted file and had to pull the audio directly from the camera.)Comedian Ali Woods joins me to discuss M. Night Shyamalan's 2008 film, The Happening. We break down why the movie shouldn't be taken too seriously, but rather enjoyed as a highly entertaining 90-minute B-movie. We dive into the bizarre casting of Ma...

(Note: This is a special remastered release of an episode originally recorded in late 2020, available in video format for the very first time!) Actor and comedian Adam Pally joins me to defend Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls. We discuss why this 1995 Jim Carrey vehicle is an underappreciated masterpiece of physical comedy, with Adam comparing it to Charlie Chaplin's City Lights. We dive into t...

Comedian Rory Cargill joins me to defend Die Another Day. The final Pierce Brosnan James Bond film that pushed the 007 franchise to its most absurd limits. We discuss why Die Another Day acts as a fascinating time capsule right before the gritty Daniel Craig era, the bizarre creative choices from director Lee Tamahori, and whether its 55% Rotten Tomatoes score is truly justified. We dive deep into...

Comedian Eshaan Akbar joins me to defend Step Brothers. The Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly comedy that has gone from divisive release to modern comedy classic. We discuss why Step Brothers has become one of the most quotable comedies ever made, Will Ferrell's incredible run of films, Adam McKay's influence on modern comedy, and whether Hollywood has quietly stopped making big, original st...

Comedy creator and Beatles expert Toby DB joins me to defend Yesterday. The Richard Curtis and Danny Boyle comedy that imagined a world where nobody remembers The Beatles except one man. We discuss why Yesterday deserved a far warmer reception from critics, the surprisingly emotional central premise, Richard Curtis' unmistakable dialogue, and the incredible story behind the film's original screenp...

Comedy legend Demi Adejuyigbe joins me to defend Space Jam. We get into why the original Space Jam remains one of the most beloved sports movies of the 90s, why Space Jam: A New Legacy completely misses the point, and what makes the original such a perfect crowd-pleaser decades later. Along the way we discuss Michael Jordan, Bill Murray, Looney Tunes chaos, basketball movies, nostalgia, Ready Play...

Comedian Daman Bamrah joins me to defend Rush Hour 2. The wildly entertaining sequel starring two men who have both become… complicated conversation topics. We jokingly get into the long list of problematic people involved, our nostalgia for the golden era of mid-budget action comedies, and how surreal it is now working alongside comedy icons we grew up watching as kids.📺 Watch the extended video...

Joining me today to defend the spoof comedy Superhero Movie is comedy superstar Finlay Christie. We take a deep dive into the world of spoof movies, why they disappeared for so long and what makes this one stand out. We also discuss the insane movies Finlay originally tried to pick, and bond over our times living in Asia. This episode was recorded around 6 months ago right before the birth of my c...

TikTok and Instagram star Ella Wills joins me to defend the squeaky legends themselves, Alvin and the Chipmunks. We dive into the wild world of talking rodents, the insane casting choices that almost happened, and Ella ranks the entire Chipmunks cinematic universe with shocking precision. Plus, we get into her viral sketches, creative process, and what it’s like to have a comedy career that’s alre...

Is Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift secretly the best movie in the franchise? Comedian Shalaka Kurup thinks so, and she’s here to defend it. We talk about the Fast & Furious legacy, Vin Diesel’s surprising love of Dungeons & Dragons, and the wild DVD boxsets we all bought growing up. If you’ve ever had a heated debate over Dom, Han, or drifting in Shibuya, this one’s for you.📺 Watch the ex...

Jake Bhardwaj joins Yiannis Cove to defend Jumanji (1995) — the Robin Williams classic full of jungle chaos, giant bugs, and board game nightmares. We dive into childhood nostalgia, the film’s surprisingly dark themes, and whether it still holds up nearly 30 years later.📺 Watch the extended video & 80+ more episodes on Patreon: everyonesacriticpod 🎧 Listen free on all podcast platforms: http...

Joining me this week on Everyone’s a Critic is comedian Samira Banks. She comes on to defend what is now the sixth Adam Sandler film for the podcast - Click. We talk her brief history with the movie, the problematic moments that probably don't hold up anymore, and the time Adam Sandler played basketball with a group of comedians in London. Get full video episodes with 30 minutes extra content,...

This week on Everyone’s a Critic I'm joined by social media superstar, Povvo Gang leader, and all around funnyman Shabaz Says. We get into Marvel’s Eternals , talk about the MCU as a whole, the highs and lows of going viral, and what it really means to represent your community in the middle of internet chaos. Get full video episodes with 30 minutes extra content, early access, and extra episod...

In this re-mastered and never before released video episode I'm joined by recent Edinburgh Fringe best newcomer nominee Molly McGuinness to talk about what is maybe Mike Myers worst movie - The Cat In The Hat. We talk about Molly's love of it and have a very special call from Steven Anthony Lawrence, AKA Beans from Even Stevens, who talks about his time filming this. Get video episodes, ea...

Recorded live at Vault Fest last year, comedian Lorna Rose Treen (BBC Radio 4, Chortle Best Newcomer, Dave Joke of the Fringe 2023) joined me on stage to defend the spoof comedy Epic Movie. She talked about first kisses, her hometown, and Nacho Libre! Note: Apologies as the audio on this episode is not the greatest because they didn't have a place to plug in my recorder and I wasn't inform...

Milo Edwards (Trashfuture, Glue Factory) joins me this week to make the case for Gone In 60 Seconds. We talk about what makes car guys tick, compare it to The Fast and The Furious, and celebrate Nicolas Cage’s wonderfully unhinged performance. Get video episodes, early access, and bonus content — plus a shoutout as Executive Producer — by joining the Founding Members Tier on Patreon. Only 10 spots...

The Mummy Returns is famous for its bad CGI, the beginning of The Rock's acting career, and basically nothing else. Joining me to defend the movie is comedian Daniel McKeon. We talk Venom, Harry Potter, and unnecessary sequels made decades later. Enjoying the show? Get video episodes, early access, and bonus content — plus a shoutout as Executive Producer — by joining the Founding Members Tier...

Most people forgot Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights existed — but Pravanya Pillay is here to convince you it’s an underrated gem. We talk about the genuinely great dance sequences, Patrick Swayze’s random cameo (is he a ghost?!), and the unexpectedly spicy politics in this film. Enjoying the show? Get video episodes, early access, and bonus content — plus a shoutout as Executive Producer — by joining...

Often described as one of the worst comedies ever made, Jack and Jill has become a punchline of its own. But is there more to it than people remember? Martin Urbano (Jimmy Kimmel Live, Comedy Central) joins me to revisit Adam Sandler’s double role disaster. We talk Al Pacino’s genuinely great performance, the deeply questionable cameos, and why Jack might actually be the real problem. NOTE: This e...