Courtney Watches Movies

I'm baaaack! And reviewing Darren Aronofsky's much-discussed new film "The Whale" starring the Internet's new best buddy forever, Brendan Fraser.  First things first, Brendan is the best and don't you forget it. I'm happy for him and I think he'll probably win the Oscar. Do I like the film? ....eh......

Did I finally get a chance to see the long awaited (by me!) sequel to Knives Out and did I still love Daniel Craig as gentleman detective Benoit Blanc? Yes. Is Rian Johnson a *little* obvious with his choices of villains? Also yes. Does any of this matter? Listen to find out more. Please like, rate, and subscribe! I'm on instagram @courtneywatchesmovies and Twitter @MovieCourtney Thanks for listen...

I review Mark Mylod's newest flick The Menu, a mean-spirited little satire/suspenseful black comedy starring Anya Taylor-Joy (what doesn't star Anya Taylor-Joy?), Ralph Fiennes (more things should star Ralph Fiennes), Nicholas Hoult, Hong Chau, Janet McTeer, Judith Light, and a bunch of other fun people who are absolutely eating their roles up. What do I think? What do you think? Don't forget to l...

I review the new movie She Said, a film based on the famous New York Times expose of Harvey Weinstein's numerous offenses. Starring Zoe Kazan, Carey Mulligan, Patricia Clarkson, Andre Braugher, and literally everybody else. In theater November 18th! Follow me on twitter @MovieCourtney and instagram @courtneywatchesmovies. Don't forget to like and subscribe and rate! Thank you for listening!

In which I review Ruben Ostlund's new film Triangle of Sadness, an acerbic little satire starring my new bae Harris Dickinson and America's stoner uncle Woody Harrelson. Do I agree with the Cannes committee who gave this film the prestigious Palm d'Or? What do you think? Please don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! Follow me on instagram @courtneywatchesmovies and on Twitter @MovieCourtney

I didn't really grow up celebrating Halloween. Don't worry, I'm not sad about it. I thought it would be fun for the podcast, though, if I watched all of those classic childhood Halloween movies I'm told I missed out on. Will I be scared? Will I see what all of the fuss is about? We'll see, won't we? Boo to you! Thanks for listening, please don't forget to like, subscribe, and rate. Follow me on In...

I discuss Martin McDonagh's newest insta-classic in limited theaters now. In 1923 Ireland, Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell play long time friends, until they're not, and Colin can't sit with Brendan anymore. This is a slow burn, dialogue heavy dramedy sure to leave you thinking about the implications for a long time to come.  Please rate, like, and subscribe! Follow me on instagram @courtne...

I saw the new George Clooney-Julia Roberts vehicle with approximately 5,000 other theater patrons and I have opinions. Can George's charisma overcome the curse of the overly-obvious romcom cliches? Can Julia's famous smile? Probably not. But let's go to Bali anyway. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and rate. Follow me on Instagram @courtneywatchesmovies and Twitter @MovieCourtney

I discuss the films that handle one of my personal favorite themes: Vengeance. Do I sound like Batman yet? Probably. Listen here for more. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and rate and follow me @courtneywatchesmovies!

Ya girl saw David O. Russell/Disney's new film Amsterdam, starring Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, and John David Washington, and also everybody else, ever. Am I overwhelmed? Underwhelmed? Whelmed? Listen here for more. Follow me @courtneywatchesmovies 

What? What? What? How has this lady not seen Avatar until now?? It's me, the lady is me. Sorry guys, it's true. I recently saw Avatar for the first time, like, ever, and I have some thoughts. Please like, subscribe, and rate! Follow me on Instagram @courtneywatchesmovies or my other podcast I'll Die On This Hill.

I review Netflix's Blonde, the new adaptation of Joyce Carol Oates' novel of the same name. The story follows the early days, rise to fame, and eventual tragic end of Marilyn Monroe. How do I feel about this sordid tale? Should you watch it? More inside. The real life Marilyn suffered unimaginable abuse and trauma in her childhood and into her adult life. I feel compelled to link below some charit...

I tackle Warner Bros/New Line Cinema's now infamous Don't Worry Darling. From #MissFlo to #Spitgate, this film has been the unfortunate talk of the (tinsel)town. Is it worth the hype? Uhhhh......

 I review a movie in which Jon Hamm tries to act like he's as condescending as Chevy Chase; Paramount Pictures' and Miramax's 2022 Confess, Fletch. Do I like it? Eh...the suspense is killing me!

In which I finally see a movie with other humans and not just by myself. Do I, a whodunit and mystery fanatic, like See How They Run? Uh, Is the Pope Catholic? Listen here to find out. Follow me on instagram @courtneywatchesmovies

In which I review Disney's newest soulless cash grab where creativity goes to die, Robert Zemeckis' live action remake of Pinocchio. Robert, blink twice if you're being held against your will and need our help. Follow me @thesmalltownspectacle on instagram!  

I review the new movie Medieval starring Ben Foster, Sophie Lowe, Michael Caine, and Matthew Goode. Do I like the story of the early life of Czech folk hero Jan Zizka? Possibly. Do I love to go to Medieval Times? Indubitably. Will I go down a rabbit hole learning everything I can about the real Zizka? Most definitely.  Follow me on instagram @courtneywatchesmovies 

In which a total baby about horror films goes and sees a horror film. I review 20th Century's new film 'Barbarian', in theaters everywhere 9/9/2022. Will I have nightmares? Find out more.  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe! And follow me on instagram @courtneywatchesmovies. Be well and be good!

Starting a new recurring series called TOP CINCO, in which I give my definitive top five of...any category related to movies! I've been told some variation of "I'll never watch an 'old' movie in my life!" upwards of a couple hundred times, I decided to recommend my top five old movies to watch if you hate old movies. Thanks for listening and for any feedback! Follow me on instagram @courtneywatche...

I review Focus Features' New Release 'Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul.' starring a stellar Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall. Directed by Adamma Ebo and rated R, this movie follows a disgraced Baptist preacher and his wife as they attempt to stage a comeback for their megachurch after a scandal. Will this finally break my streak of feeling mostly neutral toward films? Click here to find more. Follo...

I review MGM's new release, Three Thousand Years of Longing, directed by George Miller (yep, the Mad Max George Miller) and starring Tilda Swinton and Idris Elba. Is it worth seeing this story about stories? Click here to find out more. Follow me on instagram @courtneywatchesmovies to.

I review Sony Pictures' new film, 'The Invitation' starring Nathalie Emmanuel and Thomas Doherty and directed by Jessica M. Thompson. Spoilers start around 7:00 minute mark, and in the movie's own entire trailer. Follow me on Instagram @courtneywatchesmovies. Thanks for listening and I'll see you at the movies!

Beginning a brand new podcast devoted to movies is intimidating, but I'm excited to start. After years of loving classic films, I finally tackle the legendary 1941 film Citizen Kane and I have thoughts! If you share my passion for cinema, I'd be happy if you gave it a listen. This is my first podcast ever... I WILL get better, the sound WILL get better.  I hope something wonderful happens to...

Courtney is a wildly unqualified but passionate movie reviewer who changed profoundly as a person after an encounter with The Sound of Music as a nine year old. Join her as she talks to herself to review, analyze and generally overthink movies and the filmmakers who bring them to life.