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Darren Aronofsky drops his montage-heavy, anxiety-driven shock fests to bring a melancholic pseudo-documentary film about the consequences of self-destructive failure and the loss of relevance. Jeff York is a member of the Chicago Indie Critics, whose work you can catch at https://theestablishingshot.org/ Follow him on X @JeffYorkWriter . BlueSky@jeffyorkwriter.bsky.social, Instagram @jeffyorkchic...

If Francis Ford Coppola's Godfather films (Not You Part II!) mastered the mafia genre, then Martin Scorsese evolved it, leading to a string of films from other directors, including Scorsese himself, to mimic its style. Yet it's Goodfellas that stands as one of the best mob films ever made and Scorsese's most revered film, which has endured for 34 years. Is it worth its admiration? If you say no, t...

From The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters comes a somber follow-up documentary about Walter Day's music career. Walter and Billy spoke to me about their lives after The King of Kong, Walter's generosity, and his legal battle with the internet, which accused him of cheating. Arcades & Love Songs: The Ballad of Walter Day releases Worldwide 6/9 on VOD via Apple, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube Movie...

HBO's Temple Grandin is a film that has garnered wide acclaim for its accurate portrayal of autism, highlighting the ability of individuals with autism to thrive. But will it be able to melt the hearts of both these autistic critics? Guest info Tarek Fayoumi is a writer for Movies With Tarek. You can find his reviews on all of the latest movies here. https://movieswithtarek.com/ Follow him on X @m...

Trey Parker and Matt Stone hit the cultural jackpot in their "South Park" feature film, calling out all politically correct hypocrites. Guest Info Robert Kojder is a member of the Chicago Film Critics Association, Critics Choice Association, and Online Film Critics Society. He is also the Flickering Myth Reviews Editor. Follow him on BlueSky @flickmythrob.bsky.social‬ Jeff York is a member of the...

We have a new Pope mere months after 'Conclave' was released in theaters. How does the religious thriller compare to what happens in real life? And what is its message regarding the evolution of the Vatican? Join us to find out. Guest Info Sujewa Ekanayake is an independent NYC filmmaker who makes movies every year. You can find his work here https://www.youtube.com/@NYCIndieFilmmakerSujewa You ca...

Guest Info Sujewa Ekanayake is an independent NYC filmmaker who makes movies every year. You can find his work here https://www.youtube.com/@NYCIndieFilmmakerSujewa You can also find him on X @sujewafantastic Mark Krawczyk is a Wisconsin-based critic who constantly pumps out material. You can find his site here https://www.specialmarkproductions.com/ His YouTube Channel here https://www.youtube.co...

The tale of Steve Wiebe vs. Billy Mitchell is a funny, poignant David vs. Goliath story that goes far beyond video game scores. Steve Wiebe's story is a touching narrative about the everyday man who everyone can relate to, taking on a hot sauce king who happens to hold the record for the best Donkey Kong score. But like Bill Belichick, he's a shady sportsman who embarks on cheating tactics to win....

Look out, younglings, because Anakin is back! Was Revenge of the Sith misunderstood at the time, or is it a classic? Or is it just mediocre? Does Disney make you miss George Lucas' input? Three Chicago Critics weigh in. David J. Fowlie is the Editor/Owner of Keeping it Reel https://keeping-it-reel.com/ Follow on Instagram and X @davidjfowlie Don Shanahan is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved and Banana Me...

Author, Filmmaker, and Publisher of RogerEbert.com, Chaz Ebert, chats with me about how cinema displays empathy, the struggle with always being empathetic when the news on TV is always devastating, and the power to do whatever you want no matter what age you are. Chaz's book It's Time to Give a FECK: Elevating Humanity through Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness is available online and...

I speak with Raphael Sbarge (Co-Producer and Co-Host of Inside the Arthouse) about the state of the arthouse and the magic that theatrical experience brings. Subscribe to YPA Reviews for more content. @ypareviews Go to https://www.ypareviews.com/ to read my written reviews and stay up to date on all of my newest podcasts and YouTube content. Follow Me on Twitter and Instagram @ypareviews

I had the pleasure of interviewing the director of my favorite animated film of the year. Move over, Wild Robot! Because here comes Flow Subscribe to YPA Reviews for more content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQrUmfPvYdxuBYuvkAREhxA?view_as=public Go to https://www.ypareviews.com/ to read my written reviews and stay up to date on all of my newest podcast and YouTube content. Subscribe on Sound...

Are games just for children, teens, and immature men? Or does it appeal to the masses in an emotionally uplifting and devastating way? Two Chicago film critics and one Wisconsin film critic answered yes. But why yes? Watch (or listen) to find out. Robert James Kodjer is a member of the Chicago Film Critics Association and writer for The Flickering Myth. You can catch his reviews here https://www.f...

Four of Chicago's best critics take the stand to defend a movie that seems indefensible. WARNING: WE SPOIL EVERYTHING! Guest Information: Michael Phillips is a long time Film Critic whose reviews you can read at the Chicago Tribune.https://www.chicagotribune.com/author/michael-phillips/ Follow on X @phillipstribune Michael's Joker 2 Review https://www.chicagotribune.com/2024/10/03/joker-folie-a-de...

It may not be worth dying over, but 1998's "Meet Joe Black" has levitated over the public consciousness. However, some viewers have earned an appreciation for its bizarre love story and message of enjoying life instead of dreading death. Anthony Fuentes's Socials Instagram @anthonyfuentescomedy https://www.instagram.com/anthonyfuentescomedy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw=...

Is "Deadpool & Wolverine" worth syncing your claws into, or is it just another tiresome MCU film? Guest Info: David J. Fowlie is a comic book extraordinaire and film critic at https://keeping-it-reel.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3C6OyX_4v4uS8OymdniASvvG5YMSoB_ErW3Pm4ATJZhW4ONe-okuDDaN8_aem__WiCNu624tjnXsHVPMmrpQ Jeff York is a member of the Chicago Indie Critics and a writer for The Establishin...

How can such a good movie bomb so hard? Especially to Garfield? Listen to three Chicago film critics' perspectives regarding what happened and why they stand against George Miller's latest film. Pat McDonald is a writer for Hollywood Chicago and Tour Guide for Chicago films! https://hollywoodchicago.com/ https://chicagofilmtour.com/ Twitter @ubercritic and @ChiFilm Pat’s YouTube Channel https://ww...

How many movies have women directors? Can you name one outside of Greta Gerwig? Andrea Thompson from https://www.areelofonesown.com/ runs The Film Girl Film Festival held this year from March 23, 24, and 31 at The Music Box Theater in Chicago, IL. It's a celebration of women in cinema who help continue to push the boundaries of art. I spoke with Andrea about the state of female recognition in Holl...

Is Denis Villeneuve the Dune Messiah? Possibly. David Lane from Davey Dave's Takes joins me to discuss Dune's massive achievement. But how will the box office fair? Checkout David Lane's review of Dune Part Two here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoH714D3clI And my review of it here https://www.ypareviews.com/blog/2024/2/20/dune-part-two-is-an-engrossing-return-to-arrakis Subscribe to YPA Reviews...

Is Oppenheimer going to win big? Is Barbie deserving of the Best Picture stature? Why is Poor Things so beautifully bizarre? Did Sandra Hüller push her husband off the balcony in Anatomy of a Fall? All these questions and more are analyzed in an extensive conversation between three film critics on the 2014 Best Picture Nominees. Leo Brady @Leosamovieguy  from a https://amovieguy.com/ and Tarek Fay...

"Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" surprises with some good laughs, exciting visuals (that can only be enjoyed in 3D), and enough action you can swing a trident at. Maybe a little too much action, but not enough to take away from a fun time. CONTAINS MILD SPOILERS Tarek Fayoumi is a writer for Movies With Tarek. You can find his reviews on all of the latest movies here. https://movieswithtarek.com/ @M...

#oppenheimer #theironclaw #spidermanacrossthespiderverse2023 Ian Simmons from Kicking The Seat joins me to talk about our favorite films of 2023. Do you agree, or are you intrigued by our picks? Let us know! Mike's Picks 1. Oppenheimer 2. Maestro 3. The Iron Claw 4. Past Lives 5. The Holdovers 6. Dream Scenario 7. The Zone of Interest 8. Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse 9. Poor Things 10. Kille...

Writer/Director/Star Sujewa Ekanayake comes out with a sequel to his quirky "The Secret Society for Slow Romance" with "Cosmic Disco Detective Rene." The film follows a Detective getting in touch with beings capable of time travel by listening to Disco music. Through his incredible detective skills, Rene is able to communicate with the time-traveling beings and bring a sense of peace to the planet...

I interview geek culture expert and actress Victoria Cheri Bennett. Bennett has contributed to ScreenCrush, Den of Geek, and FanBolt. She also Hosts and Executive Produces the Tubi Show "Beverages with Bevin" https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/200029109/s01-e01-to-the-comics-pilot. What thrilling topics will come up in our conversation? Probably Marvel and Star Wars. But tune in to find out what we have...

Godzilla Minus One is the most terrifying, intelligent, and meaningful Godzilla film since its 1954 original. Writer/Director Takashi Yamazaki makes a film about the results of the atomic bomb creating a monster who's an allegory for man's unwavering ability to commit self-destruction. He's an unkillable beast that is a terrifyer. Yamazaki gets back to the root of who Godzilla is and why he is. He...