But Is It Good?

This week we resume our Oscars nominations series with a Spielberg musical - West Side Story. A renewed adaptation of Jerome Robbins' classic 1957 musical, inspired by William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, West Side Story brings us into a diverse neighborhood in the Upper West Side of Manhattan in the mid-1950s. It follows the budding love of Tony (Ansel Elgort) and Maria (Rachel Zegler), and th...

We begin March with everyone's favorite caped crusader - The Batman. Matt Reeves brings a refreshed darkness to an iconic franchise, supported by a star-studded cast including Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Paul Dano, Colin Farrell, Jeffrey Wright, Andy Serkis, and John Turturro. Bruce Wayne and Selina Kyle delve into Gotham's darkest recesses to root out a Zodiac-esque serial killer. As they foll...

We close out February with the Japanese film "Drive My Car." A subtle, nuanced, and emotional story about grief, regret, pain, love, loss, & everything in between. A widowed actor builds a relationship with a young driver, while they both navigate their respective grief. Ryusuke Hamaguchi's film is a slow boring piece, with intention in every single frame. But....is it good? If you'd like sugg...

Our 2022 OSCARs series continues with Sian Heder's "CODA." An endearing and heartfelt coming-of-age film that about a young girl who is in love with singing and is the child of deaf parents. This film explores the risk of chasing your dreams, the weight of expectations, and the dynamics of a family going through change. But...is CODA good?? If you'd like suggest a film, film series, or you just wa...

We continue our march through the Best Picture Nominees with "King Richard." The true story of Richard Williams and his plan to make his daughters, Venus & Serena, into the worlds greatest tennis players. Lead by a bold performance by Will Smith, "King Richard" tells an emotional story of a father's dream for his daughters, and how they can become icons. But....is it good??  If you'd like sugg...

We kick off February by diving into Kenneth Branagh's coming-of-age film, "Belfast." Jude Hill, Caitriona Balfe, Jamie Doran, Judi Dench, & Cirián Hinds make up a stellar cast, bringing to life a family caught in The Troubles of Northern Ireland in the late 1960s. We follow Buddy, a young boy as he navigates his childhood as its swept up in multiple changes. A film filled with hope & innoc...

This week we're diving head first into Jane Campion's  "The Power Of The Dog." A film exploring sexuality, revenge, toxic masculinity, & family. Campion's slow burning drama is led by career performances by Benedict Cumberbatch, Jesse Plemons, & Kirsten Dunst; while perfecting the art of subtly and character driven storytelling. An awards front runner, "The Power Of The Dog" is a mastercla...

How would the world react to a pending apocalyptic disaster? That's what Adam McKay tackles in "Don't Look Up," and the results aren't comforting. Stacked with an all-star cast led by Leonardo DiCaprio & Jennifer Lawrence, McKay attempts to speak on the climate change crisis. However...is he effective? Or does he lose sight of his message, getting tangled up in other social satires. This week...

We're back! After a great 1st year, we're kicking off 2022 by jumping head first into Paul Thomas Anderson's "Licorice Pizza." A coming-of-age story about 15 year old Gary Valentine and his pursuit of fame and the 25 year old Alana Kane. With standout debuts from Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman, "Licorice Pizza" is filled with massive stars like Tom Waits, Sean Penn, & Bradley Cooper. Taking the...

Time to plug back into the Matrix! This week we're diving in to Lana Wachowski's highly-anticipated "The Matrix Resurrections." With returning and new actors, bringing fan favorite characters like Neo, Trinity, Morpheus, and Smith back to the big screen. How did Neo get back in the Matrix? Why doesn't he know Trinity? And is that really Morpheus? All these questions get answered but we're hear to...

Spidey is back! This week we're discussing the much anticipated, "Spider-Man: No Way Home." Peter has to face the consequences of Mysterio's video, while facing off against classic spider-man villains from previous films. Doc Ock, Green Goblin, Electro, and more go up against Peter, along with help from MJ, Ned, & Dr. Strange. Can Jon Watts pull of the unimaginable? Balance all these classic c...

Welcome to the Spiders-Men: A Retrospective. This week we to an overview of Tobey Maguire & Andrew Garfield's performances as Spider-Man. Widely speculated to be reprising their roles in the upcoming "No Way Home", lets take a look at each actor's performance, as well as the movies they're in. Which Spider-Man movie is the best?? Which Spider-Man is the best? Or is there a clear favorite?? Ult...

Join us this week as we discuss Michael Sarnoski's critically-acclaimed film, "Pig." Lead me a stellar Nic Cage, the film follows one man's search for a stolen truffle pig; however the film is pack with much deeper-than-expected themes and messages, creating a moving and emotional experience. Beautifully shot, expertly acted and masterfully directed, "Pig" is a film that masters the art of subtlet...

Father, Son & House Of Gucci! This week we're discussing Ridley Scott's "House Of Gucci", a film led by a stacked cast including Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Al Pacino, Jared Leto ,& Jeremy Irons. The film tells the scandalous story of the Gucci family, the Gucci brand, and the murder of Maurizio Gucci. Attempting to toe the line between camp and drama, "House Of Gucci" has its hands full. How...

Travel with us back to the 1960s! (sorta). This week we're diving into Edgar Wright's new film, "Last Night In Soho." Thomasin McKenzie & Anya Taylor-Joy headline an all star cast, in a film that blends together multiple genres and styles. "Last Night In Soho" is filled with stunning visuals and mind-bending plot; but does it's message come across in the end? Can Wright balance all the differe...

In 1999, The Wachowski's redefined the sci-fi genre with "The Matrix." Keanu Reeves stars in a film that explores destiny, fate, reality, and the burden of knowledge. A critically-acclaimed classic, "The Matrix" pushed CGI & visual effects to new limits, and in doing so, has influenced an endless number of sci-fi films that have followed. But how does it hold up after 22 years? Is it still one...

Eternals is here! Chloe Zhoa's "Eternals" takes the MCU and blows it wide open. Bringing us Celestials, Deviants, Eternals, myths, legends, and Harry Styles. An all-star cast bring the newest Marvel heroes to life, pushing the limits on what a Marvel movie can be. But how does it do? A divisive reaction leaves it as the MCU's first "Rotten" movie, but a positive audience reaction says otherwise. S...

On a special Halloween Edition of BIIG, we review John Carpenter's classic; "Halloween." Michael Myer's travels back to Haddonfield to terrorize Laurie Strode and her friends, in a low-budget film that achieved legend status. But how has it aged? Is it still scary? Join us as we dive into the story behind the film, and why it became the classic it is...and ultimately answer, but is it good?? If yo...

This week we're joined by special guest, Ethan Williams, as we dive in to the world of Arrakis & the mythology of Dennis Villeneuve's new adaption of "Dune." With an all-star cast including Timothee Chalamét, Zendaya, Oscar Isaac, Jason Momoa, Josh Brolin, & more; "Dune" is a visually stunning film on a massive scale. Covering "part 1" of the story, how does Villeneuve's film do when prese...

The countdown to 2021's "Dune" reboot is on! In preparation, this week we dive into David Lynch's ambitious 1984 adaptation; "Dune." An artistic, stylized, and trippy film; Lynch's adaptation has since become a cult classic. But how has it aged? Is "Dune" an ambitious masterpiece, or is it a choppy mess? How does it compare to Herbert's book? Is it good? If you'd like suggest a film franchise, fil...

Daniel Craig's 007 finale is finally here! After 2 years of delays, "No Time To Die", the long-awaited swan song for Daniel Craig has hit theaters. With an all-star cast featuring Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux, Ralph Fiennes, Niomi Harris, Christoph Waltz, Rami Malek, and more; "No Time To Die" pulls out all the stops in Daniel Craigs boldest adventure yet....but is it good? If you'd like suggest a fi...

Daniel Craig returns as 007 is 2012's "Skyfall." Join us as we dive into more of James Bond's past, as he takes on Javier Bardem's Silva. "Skyfall" continues the more grounded take on Bond, introducing an older, more jaded and broken 007; while reintroducing classic Bond elements such as Q and Moneypenny. Does how does Skyfall rank in the long history of Bond films...is it good?? If you'd like sug...

James Bond is back! As we get ready for the long awaited release of "No Time To Die," we look back to where it all started for Daniel Craig's run as James Bond. 2006's "Casino Royale" marked a new direction for the legendary spy; less gadgets, less camp, more grounded action, higher stakes, and a more grounded approach. Boasting an all new cast, with the exception of Judi Dench's "M", "Casino Roya...

This week we discuss yet another Disney theme park ride that's been turned into a movie! Curse sailors, magic artifacts, a daring trio of protagonist...this week we're discussing Pirates of The, I mean, "Jungle Cruise!" The Rock & Emily Blunt star in Disney's latest family-friendly adventure film. Great chemistry between characters brings this film to life, however what about the plot? Is it f...

This week we dive into Netflix's "Worth" in honor of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. A film that tackles impossible and heavy questions, in relation to heartbreaking and tragic circumstances and subject matter. Michael Keaton, Amy Ryan, & Stanley Tucci give stellar performances in this emotional law drama, telling the behind the scenes story of the people who created and influences t...