Secondhand Film Critics

Come and get your…new Secondhand Film Critics episode! This week we discuss the MCU’s latest installment and the final film of James Gunn’s acclaimed trilogy: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Listen as we unpack what made this movie feel more fresh & exciting than other recent Marvel films, diving into the production design, performances, music, directing, and so much more!  Our question of the...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we look back on the first four months of the year and share some of the things we've been watching! Listen as Noah shares his thoughts on some 2023 horror/thriller releases like Scream VI, Knock at the Cabin, Infinity Pool, and Beau is Afraid, Kayla revisits some of their favorite childhood classics, and why Kieran Culkin is the shining star of Succession seaso...

This week on the show we are joined by Hannah Smith to share her own curated Triple Feature! Listen as we discuss Freaky Friday (2003), Inside Out, and The Big Sick, both as individual films and as compliments to each other. As we go we learn a lot about each other, such as why one of these movies gives us PTSD and when the worst (best?) time to watch Inside Out is. Our question of the week: &quot...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics, we head down to Florida to discuss one of A24s first films: Spring Breakers. How did we feel about this famously conflicting movie, one that somehow features both Skrillex needledrops and gangsters performing questionable acts on guns. We get into all that and more on this episode of SPRRINNNGG BREAAAKKKK! Our question of the week: "What is your favorite...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we enter Mushroom Kingdom and join the Super Mario Bros on an adventure! Our friend Elijah Boisvert, the Nintenerd himself joins us to talk about the Nintendo easter eggs in the movie, Jack Black's performance of a lifetime, and whether or not Chris Pratt actually pulled off the iconic Mario voice. Our question of the week: "What MCU (Mario Cinematic Universe)...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we look through our seeing stone to rediscover the world of Spiderwick in this latest entry into our series Childhood Classics. We discuss why we think this movie actually holds up, the recent return of family fantasy, and why more kids movies should be less epic. Come join us on this- BIRRRRDDDD!  Our question of the week: "What piece of media from your c...

In this episode of Secondhand Film Critics, your hosts talk about the final (?) installment of the John Wick series featuring Keanu Reeves. Yeah. Listen as they share their thoughts on the fight sequences, what the future of the franchise might look like, and who the star of the movie truly is. Our question of the week: "What is your favorite action movie franchise?” Have thoughts about this...

We're 33% into the decade so it's time to share our favorite movies of the 2020s so far. Listen as your hosts chat about some of their favorite theater experiences of the decade, what films truly saved the movies (according to Tom Cruise and ourselves), and who they think should play Robin in The Batman sequels. Our question of the week: "What is your favorite movie of the 2020s so fa...

Another Oscars show has come and gone, full to the brim of awkward jokes, questionable wins, and a few awesome moments! Listen as we recap what we thought of the show and what we might have changed if we were in charge. We also make some predictions for NEXT year’s Oscars, which will definitely all come true! Our question of the week: "Give us your prediction for the 96th Academy Awards” Have thou...

It's that time of year again! We're giving you our thoughts on all the nominations for the 2023 Oscars Ceremony! Listen for thoughts on who would win a "best daddy" category, what movie Noah thinks is going to sweep, and why Kayla reasons that the Oscars needs to be pushed back to February again.  Our question of the week: "What is this year’s biggest Oscar snub?" Have thoughts about this top...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we announced the nominees and winners of our fourth annual Secondhand Film Awards! Listen to hear us do some Oscar-worthy Paul Dano impressions, find out what animal friend won our hearts this year, and what movie was truly the best picture of 2022! Our question of the week: "What category would you add to the Oscars? " Have thoughts about this topic? Email us...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we talk about the first movie in Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe... Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania! Listen as Kayla and Noah rave about Jonathan Majors' performance, share what they'd like to see in the multiverse (spoiler: it's probably not appropriate), and why Ant-Man may actually not be *as* bad as people think... or is it?  Our question...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we talk about the Magic Mike franchise, including Magic Mike (2012), Magic Mike XXL (2015), and Magic Mike's Last Dance (2023). Listen as they find out their own stripper names, chat about why it's so perplexing that people rate the second movie so high when it's actually bad, and how studios under market movies made for a primarily women demographic.  Our...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we talk about the time loop classic Groundhog Day for it's 30th anniversary! Listen as your hosts share their favorite time loop scenarios in the film, why Kayla has issues with the ethicality restraints of said time loop, and why Noah thinks this is a 5-star movie.  Our question of the week: "What would you do if you were stuck in a time loop?" Have thoug...

This week on Secondhand Film Critics we continue our annual tradition of recapping the last year in film, discussing some movies we liked, some we didn’t, and revealing our official Top 10 Ranking. After the break, we dive into our lists of the 2023 movies we are most looking forward to and reveal our podcast plans for the coming year. Listen to hear Noah’s thoughts on the phrase “write home about...

It's time for another Cinema Swap! On this episode, Noah and Kayla talk about the 1999 cult classic But I'm a Cheerleader and the 1968 comedy film The Odd Couple. Listen as they share their thoughts on what makes a satirical film successful in its messaging, who should star in a remake of The Odd Couple, and what modern movie they personally think should be made into a sitcom.  Our question o...

In this edition to the Pulitzer Prize award-winning series Childhood Classics, your hosts journey to Neverland to dissect Steven Spielberg’s much maligned film: Hook. Is the movie really as bad as people say, or is it the “classic” we remember it to be? Listen as we find out, all while braving the waters of strange plot holes, questionable romances, and middle school level set design. Our question...

In our first episode of the new year, Kayla and Noah are joined by Jamie and Bhavna from the Bloody Broads podcast to chat about the new Blumhouse horror film, M3GAN. Listen as they share their thoughts on the PG-13 rating, the commentary on the dangers of AI and the tech industry, and why kids should not be playing with collectibles.  Our question of the week: "What would you name the M3GAN...

After 13 long years, James Cameron is finally back with his water-obsessed follow up to 2009’s “Avatar.” Listen as we DIVE into this film to talk about our anticipations, the theater experience, likes, dislikes, and everything in between! The 2016 films’ “The Great Wall” and “Warcraft” also somehow get a mention. Have thoughts about this topic? Email us at secondhandfilmcritics@gmail.com and maybe...

You're a mean one, Mr. Grinch! In this holiday-themed episode, Noah and Kayla share their thoughts on some of the new 2022 holiday releases! From HBO Max Originals like 'A Christmas Mystery' and 'A Christmas Story Christmas' to Netflix Originals 'Falling for Christmas' and 'Scrooge: A Christmas Carol' and even on to Disney+ series 'The Santa Clauses' and the 'Guardians of the Galaxy: Holiday Speci...

Ho ho ho! It's that time of year again... where we create our very own Hallmark Christmas film. Listen as Kayla shares what 2022 Hallmark movies to avoid this year, which ones you should make a priority, and why Hallmark is actually getting better at making movies. Then, Kayla and Noah create their annual Hallmark Christmas movie. This year, they write "The Cookie Cottage" with randomly generated...

In this episode of Secondhand Film Critics, we are joined by Caroline Roberts to talk about some of the new 2022 releases we've watched in October and November. Listen as Kayla shares some of her favorite animated movies she's watched including Wendell & Wild and My Father's Dragon, Noah and Caroline chat about Timothee Chalamet's newest work, Bones and All, why Steven Spielberg is such a geni...

In this episode of Secondhand Film Critics, we embrace the in-between by talking about our favorite “Almost-Christmas” movies! Joe Miller returns to the pod to discuss what separates an “Almost Christmas movie” from a normal Christmas movie, and what the requirements are for both those categories. Sidebars include the work of Charles Dickens, when we all start listening to Holiday music, and Noah’...

In this episode of Secondhand Film Critics, Kayla and Noah talk about the highly anticipated Black Panther sequel, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Listen as they share their thoughts on the Black Panther mantle being passed on, what this movie means for the future of the MCU, and whether or not they're excited for Phase Five.  ***Go to 13:35 to skip past the question of the week answers*** Ou...

In this episode of Secondhand Film Critics, Kayla and Noah decide to talk about one of the greatest movies ever made... When Harry Met Sally! Listen as they share their favorite scenes in the movie, whether or not they think Kendall Roy would be a stan of the film, and why this is the perfect movie to watch in November. ***Go to 11:48 to skip past the question of the week answers*** Our question o...