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Send us Fan Mail Episode 347. "The Fabelmans" Actor: Judd Hirsch. Judd Hirsch is an Academy Award nominated actor (Ordinary People), Tony Award Winner, Two Time Emmy Winner (Taxi) and he's been in some of the most iconic movies to ever hit the big screen including "Independence Day", "A Beautiful Mind" and the upcoming "The Fablemans" directed by Steven...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 346. "Kenobi" Actor: Grant Feely. (Luke Skywalker) You can currently find Grant Feely in "Kenobi" on Disney+ as the iconic Luke Skywalker. At only 11 years old, Grant has firmly established himself in the Star Wars universe. He is also the youngest guest in Monday Morning Critic history! Grant and I touch on a variety of subjects including: 1. Rhode Isl...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 345. "Pig" Composer: Philip Klein. Philip Klein's music has been heard in film and television projects for Sony, Disney, Pixar, Lionsgate, ABC and CBS. Recent projects include Sony Animation's "Wish Dragon", “The Last Full Measure” and Neon's "Pig". He also penned 18 new orchestral arrangements for Aerosmith’s Las Vegas residenc...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 344. "Medieval" Director: Petr Jákl. Petr Jákl was born on September 14th 1973 in the Czech Republic and got a master degree at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport at the Charles University in Prague. From his childhood Petr devoted himself to sports and he became the Champion of the Czech Republic in judo 10 times. His sport career culminated during the...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 343. "My Cousin Vinny" Actor: Mitchell Whitfield. You can meet Mitchell Whitfield November 4th-6th at Rhode Island Comic Con (RICC). Known for his iconic performance as Stan Rothenstein, Mitchell Whitfield has done some amazing work He is a 30-year veteran of the entertainment industry, whose career has spanned Broadway, Film, Television and Radio. Mitchell began...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 342 "Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffery Dahmer Story" Actor: Furly Mac. Furly Mac is a very talented actor who has been in such projects as "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" and you can currently find him on Netflix in what is perhaps the most talked about show of the Fall, "Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffery Dahmer Story." Furly portrays Christopher S...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 341. "Knight Rider" and "Little House on the Prairie"  Actors: William Daniels and Bonnie Bartlett. William Daniels and Bonnie Bartlett have been married for over 70 years! They met when they were 18 years old. Bonnie is 93, Bill is 95. They have been acting almost just as long. William's filmography includes "Knight Rider", "St. Els...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 340. "The Midnight Club" Actor: William Chris Sumpter. You can currently find Chris as "Spencer" in the deeply moving in the popular Netflix and Mike Flanagan's "The Midnight Club".  Spencer is like a big brother to the group. He is the one who gives Ilonka a tour of the place and introduces her to everyone. His family is extremely conser...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 339. "Andor" Actor: Antonio Viña  You can currently find Antonio Viña in "Andor" on Disney+ as "Kassa" (Cassian Andor). His performance is simply wonderful. Antonio has accomplished so much as an actor and is still only 14 years old!  Remarkable. We touch on a variety of topics including being in The Star Wars Universe, Diego Luna and the corr...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 338. "The Bear" Actor: Richard Esteras. You can currently find Richard Esteras in the FX smash hit "The Bear" as Manny.  Richard Esteras has appeared in multiple independent films including his first role as Juanito (aka Little John) in 34th Street Films "modern day Robin Hood" feature HOOD (starring Matt Singletary and Malik Yoba) and starrin...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 337. "The Haunting of Hill House" Actor: Robert Longstreet. Robert Longstreet is a supremely talented actor who has been in such projects as "The Haunting of Hill House", "Midnight Mass", "Doctor Sleep", "The Midnight Club" and "The Fall of The House of Usher. Robert's performances as Joe Collie (Midnight Mass) an...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 336. "Adventures in Babysitting" Actor: Keith Coogan. Born into Hollywood, Keith picked up the acting bug while watching "Sesame Street" when he was five years old.  After securing a talent agent, he featured in over 100 national television commercials, then over the course of four decades he performed in 3 series including The Waltons, 3 after-school s...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 335. "The Sandman" Actor: Lloyd Everitt. You can currently find Lloyd Everitt as Hector Hall in "The Sandman" on Netflix. The Sandman is an iconic comic that has been turned into an absolutely wonderful show. Lloyd is a talented actor who has a solid filmography and future to go with it.  We touch on a variety of subjects in this fun interview. 1. Lloyd...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 334 "Cobra Kai" Actor: Logan Coffey (Teenage Johnny) You can currently find Logan Coffey in Cobra Kai Season 5 as Teenage Johnny Lawerence in one of the best moments of the season. Logan is a talented actor born in South Carolina and when he is not acting he is leading the way in SoulCycle classes. Logan's theater and acting experience is quite impressive. M...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 333. "Cobra Kai" Actor: Owen Harn. You can currently find Owen Harn in Season 5 of Cobra Kai as "Gabriel".  He shares some intense scenes with Martin Kove. He is great. Owen also has some wonderful scenes in Vice Principals and many other credits. We discuss his Cobra Kai experiences, his AWESOME impressions, his life growing up, having to survive under...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 332 "Cobra Kai" Actors: Aedin Mincks and Khalil Everage. Adein and Khalil are two wonderful actors at the heart of "Cobra Kai". Together Mitch and Chris have provided some of the more memorable moments in "Cobra Kai". They were both immensely kind and sat down to talk to me about The Karate Kid, Cobra Kai, their roles in Cobra Kai and so much...

Send us Fan Mail ***This episode contains spoilers for the Movie "Barbarian"*** Episode 331. "Barbarian"  Actor: Matthew Patrick Davis. Matthew Patrick Davis is an actor who you can currently find in the uniquely clever,  "Barbarian"  Matthew's role as "The Mother" is an instant classic and one for the ages. This film will stick with you long after you...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 330. "Hoosiers" Actor: Brad Long. Brad Long played "Buddy" in the iconic and timeless, "Hoosiers." Brad and I talk a bit of NBA, his amazing journey, the magic of Hoosiers and why it is so truly special 37 years later. Brad tells some awesome stories about the making of Hoosiers and why this movie continues to live on in the hearts of all movi...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 329. "The Princess" Director: Ed Perkins. Ed Perkins is an Oscar nominated documentary filmmaker whose films have won numerous international awards. He has worked exclusively at Lightbox for the past five years where he has made many of his films. Ed is the Director of "The Princess" which can currently be seen on HBO MAX. ​The HBO Original documentary...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 328. "Talent for the Game" Actor: Jeff Corbett. Jeff Corbett is an accomplished actor who stars in one of the most underrated sports movies of all time, "Talent for the Game." We talk movies, baseball and so much more.  Awesome conversation.  Welcome, Jeff Corbett. Instagram: Monday Morning Critic Podcast. Facebook: Monday Morning Critic Podcast. Twitte...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 327. "The Invitation" Film Composer: Dara Taylor. Dara Taylor is a Sundance Institute alumna and HMMA-Winning composer for film and television based in Los Angeles. She has composed music for a wide variety of Independent thrillers, dramas, comedies such as the Karen Allen starred Colewell and Turner Risk, and has contributed additional music and score production...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 326.  "Black Bird" Actor: Jake McLaughlin. Jake McLaughlin is a decorated veteran and phenomenal actor whose jaw dropping work in "Warrior" and currently "Black Bird" is nothing short of amazing.  The father of four has had an amazing life. We break down many thing in this interview including his life, his service, acting career, his love for...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 325. "Prey" Cinematographer: Jeff Cutter.  Jeff Cutter is a very talented Cinematographer whose work in "Prey" is just breathtaking. His filmography also includes: The Boys, Eli, Office Christmas Party, 10 Cloverfield Lane, Orphan, Gridiron Gang, Play it Cool and so many more. Jeff and I breakdown his love for movies as a child, movies he loves and his...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 324. "Stranger Things" David Klotz. David Klotz is a Composer and Music Editor and his filmography includes Stranger Things, American Horror Story and Iron Man.  Welcome, David Klotz. Instagram: Monday Morning Critic Podcast. Facebook: Monday Morning Critic Podcast. Twitter:@mdmcritic Email: Mondaymorningcritic@gmail.com YouTube: Monday Morning Critic Podcast www...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 323. "Stranger Things" Actor: Trey Best. Trey Best is a wonderful actor who has been in such projects as Atlanta, The Blind Side and you can currently find him as "Jeff" in Stranger Things. Trey has a love for music and was just a terrific person to converse with. We get into some serious Stranger Things discussions about Eleven being Christ life, if Mi...