Movies I Give a Fork About

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , I review Moving Parts , the documentary that follows drag superstar Trixie Mattel during one of the most demanding and transformative periods of her career. Recommended to me by my daughter—a fellow longtime RuPaul’s Drag Race fan—this wasn’t a documentary I had planned to watch. What I expected was a behind-the-scenes look at a drag performer. What...

This episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , I discuss Emerald Fennell’s bold new adaptation of Wuthering Heights , starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. While much of the conversation surrounding the film has focused on its departures from Emily Brontë’s novel, the casting of Heathcliff, and the controversy that has followed, my experience with the film was shaped by something else entirely: t...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , I discuss Better Man , the unconventional musical biopic that tells the story of Robbie Williams in a way no other music biography has dared to attempt. At first glance, the decision to portray Williams as a CGI chimpanzee seems bizarre. But as the film unfolds, that creative choice becomes one of its greatest strengths, offering a powerful visual re...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , I revisit J ohn Candy: I Like Me , the heartfelt documentary directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds.   While many viewers remember John Candy for his iconic roles in films like Home Alone , Uncle Buck, and Planes, Trains and Automobiles , this documentary  focuses on something much deeper; the person behind the performances. What emerg...

In this episode, AJ reviews THE DRAMA starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson — an emotionally tense relationship drama that may completely change depending on your age and life experience. After AJ’s 23-year-old daughter urged her to watch the film following its theatrical release in Ireland, the two compared reactions afterward — and discovered they experienced the movie in completely different wa...

This week on Movies I Give a Fork About , AJ reviews PROJECT HAIL MARY starring Ryan Gosling — an ambitious, emotional, and visually spectacular science-fiction film from writer Drew Goddard and directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. The movie follows a teacher-turned-scientist unexpectedly pulled into a mission tied to a global ecological crisis, unfolding through fragmented memories, isolat...

Twenty years later, The Devil Wears Prada 2 returns to the runway — and somehow Miranda Priestley still walks into a room like she owns oxygen itself. In this spoiler-free review, AJ breaks down whether The Devil Wears Prada 2 earns its return or simply survives on nostalgia. The episode explores the evolution of fashion media in the digital age, the return of the iconic cast, and why this sequel...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , AJ revisits Rustin (2023) — the powerful historical drama centered on Bayard Rustin, the civil rights strategist who helped organize the 1963 March on Washington while spending decades pushed into the background of history. The episode explores why Rustin’s contributions were minimized for so long, how the film handles identity, activism, and politic...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , AJ dives into Michael (2026) — the ambitious biopic exploring the rise of Michael Jackson through the Off the Wall , Thriller , and Bad eras. But beneath the music, choreography, and nostalgia, this episode becomes a much deeper conversation about fame, childhood, race, abuse, and the emotional cost of becoming a global icon before you’ve even had th...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , AJ dives into Rental Family — a quiet, emotionally powerful film that explores loneliness, identity, and the human need for connection. Set in modern-day Tokyo, the film follows an American actor, played by Brendan Fraser, who becomes involved in a company that rents out “family members” — actors hired to step into people’s lives and fill emotional g...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , AJ revisits Wicked: Part One — a film that delivers scale, emotion, and elite-level performances… but didn’t receive the recognition it arguably deserved where it mattered most. From Cynthia Erivo’s powerhouse dual performance — blending emotional depth with technically demanding вокals — to Ariana Grande’s surprising precision and comedic control, t...

Anora took home five Oscars — including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress — but after watching it a second time… I still don’t get it. In this episode, I revisit one of last year’s most talked-about films and break down where it works, where it falls short, and why the Academy’s full endorsement of this film doesn’t sit right with me. I get into:     •    What critics loved — from its...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ breaks down the nominees for Best Original Screenplay at the 2026 Academy Awards. From ambitious political storytelling to dark satire, genre-blending horror, and emotionally intimate character studies, this year’s category showcases some of the most distinctive voices in filmmaking. AJ looks at what makes each screenplay unique — how the writers b...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ breaks down the nominees for Best Adapted Screenplay at the 2026 Academy Awards. From ambitious political storytelling to dark satire, genre-blending horror, and emotionally intimate character studies, this year’s category showcases some of the most distinctive voices in filmmaking. AJ looks at what makes each screenplay unique — how the writers bu...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ breaks down the nominees for Best Female Actor in a Lead Role at the 2026 Academy Awards. This year’s category features a range of powerful performances — from deeply internal portrayals of grief and resilience to emotionally raw characters navigating complicated personal struggles. AJ revisits each nominated performance, discussing what makes thes...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ looks at the nominees for Best Male Actor in a Lead Role at the 2026 Academy Awards. This year’s lineup includes a mix of transformative performances — from intense psychological character studies to emotionally layered portrayals that carry entire films. AJ revisits each performance and what makes them memorable, examining how these actors shaped...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ examines the nominees for Best Director at the 2026 Academy Awards. This category recognizes the filmmakers responsible for shaping the entire vision of a movie — guiding performances, controlling tone, and bringing the story to life through visual storytelling. AJ looks at the distinctive styles of this year’s nominees — from sprawling political f...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ breaks down the nominees for Best Picture at the 2026 Academy Awards. From intimate character-driven dramas to ambitious large-scale filmmaking, this year’s lineup reflects the wide range of storytelling the Academy recognized over the past year. AJ revisits each nominated film and shares quick thoughts on what makes them stand out — from standout...

In  this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ breaks down the nominees for Best Animated Feature Film at this year’s Academy Awards. This category features an impressive range of storytelling styles — from visually inventive animation to deeply emotional narratives that explore belonging, identity, and connection. AJ revisits each nominated film, discussing what makes these animated stories s...

In this Episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, A J breaks down the nominees for Best Female Actor in a Supporting Role at this year’s Academy Awards. From subtle, emotionally layered performances to bold and transformative character work, this category features some of the most compelling acting of the year. AJ revisits each performance, highlights what worked, and examines the themes and choices...

In this episode  of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ breaks down the nominees for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role at this year’s Academy Awards. This category features a wide range of performances — from quiet, restrained character work to bold, scene-stealing turns that reshape the films they appear in. A J revisits each performance, explores what makes them memorable, and discusses the differ...

In this episode I review the horror film Weapons, written and directed by Zach Cregger and featuring an Oscar-nominated supporting performance from Amy Madigan. Now let me be clear right from the start — I hate horror movies. But when Madigan was nominated for Best Female Actor in a Supporting Role, I felt obligated to watch it so I could fairly evaluate all of the performances this awards season....

Avatar: Fire and Ash, the third film in James Cameron’s Avatar franchise, returns audiences to Pandora as Jake Sully, Neytiri, and their family encounter new threats and new Na’vi clans. Nominated for Best Visual Effects and Best Costume Design at this year’s Academy Awards, the film continues the series’ themes of environmental stewardship, family, and the spiritual connection between the Na’vi a...

In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About , AJ reviews It Was Just an Accident, directed by Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi who also co-wrote the film which was submitted by France for Best International Feature Film at this year’s Academy Awards.  This film is nominated for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards, as well as nominated for Best Original Screenplay. The story begin...

n this episode, I review Bugonia , the latest Oscar-nominated film from director Yorgos Lanthimos, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. The film follows a troubled conspiracy theorist who becomes convinced that a powerful corporate CEO may be part of an alien plot to control humanity. When the two characters finally cross paths, the story unfolds in the strange, darkly comic, and often unsettlin...