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| 22 May 2020 | Fast Cast Part 1: ‘The Fast and the Furious’ and ‘2 Fast 2 Furious’ with MST3K’s Mary Jo Pehl | 00:57:25 | |
Vrroom vrroom, baby! It’s the first episode of the ‘Fast Cast,’ and we start things off with a bang. Our guest this week is MST3K’s Mary Jo Pehl, and we’ve enlisted her to discuss not just the first ‘Fast and Furious’ film, but the second one as well. That’s right, we cover both The Fast and the Furious and 2 Fast 2 Furious in one episode. People said it couldn’t be done, but we lived to tell the tale. The only warning we can give you before listening to this episode is…buckle up. Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Mary Jo Pehl Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 20 Oct 2017 | Professor Marston and the Wonder Women | 00:44:41 | |
On this week's episode Ricky, April, and Alonso discuss the "radical normalcy" of Professor Marston and the Wonder Women. Director Marc Meyers calls in to talk about his movie My Friend Dahmer, in a new segment called "The Hot Seat." And, Alonso won't stop saying the name of director Yorgos Lanthimos. In news, John Oliver calls out the Academy's hypocrisy, women everywhere are coming forward with their own stories of sexual assault, and Jordan Peele makes a surprise visit to a college class. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - BPM Alonso - The Killing of a Sacred Deer Ricky - Spielberg With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 26 Jul 2024 | Episode 360: 'National Anthem' with Oscar Montoya | 01:05:19 | |
Today we're taking a look at a movie from director Luke Gilford that started out as a book of photographs taken on the Gay Rodeo circuit and became a lot more. It's NATIONAL ANTHEM, with EUROVANGELISTS' own Oscar Montoya as our very special guest! Plus, we're naming favorite instances of drag on film and pitching fresh Westerns that deserve that angel investor capital. What’s Good Drag Moment Movie Mentions Sylvia Scarlett Cole Escola’s “Our Home Out West” Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 13 Dec 2019 | ‘Queen & Slim’ and a Chat with April Wolfe About ‘Black Christmas’ | 00:58:28 | |
We are joined, once again, by our dear friend, freelance writer Joelle Monique (The Hollywood Reporter, Teen Vogue, The AV Club). She is on the show to discuss Melina Matsoukas’ Queen & Slim. Plus, our old buddy April Wolfe calls in to talk about her new film Black Christmas. We’ve got another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got staff picks. Staff Picks: Ify – What Men Want Drea – Colewell Alonso – It Happened on 5th Avenue, Holiday Affair, and Remember The Night Joelle – Jezebel With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Joelle Monique. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the “Who Shotline” – WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O’Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 15 Jul 2022 | Episode 254: ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ with Stuart Wellington | 01:03:21 | |
The Flop House’s Stuart Wellington joins our rag-tag crew of interdimensional warriors to discuss the latest Marvel Cinematic offering. Will the myriad pieces of this movie hold together to pack a punch? That was a Mjølnir reference. What’s Good? ITIDIC a). Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons Got Married b). VFX Artists Say Marvel is the Worst Client c). Ludacris Hopes Fast Franchise Will ‘Live on Forever’ ‘Like Jurassic Park’ Staff Picks Vote for the Hall of Excellence: Alonso’s Outfest Queer for Fear Panel Watch Ify in (Un)Claimed at Outfest Lumi Labs: *** With: Ify Nwadiwe Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 21 Feb 2025 | Episode 390: 'Paddington in Peru' with Abby Olcese | 01:03:00 | |
Could there be a tougher act to follow than Paddington 2? With a new director, a new Mrs. Brown, and a new continent to explore, we’ll see if this bear is able to reach his former heights. We’re joined by writer and film critic Abby Olcese, whose new book is called Films for All Seasons. What’s Good ITIDIC
WKUK sketch referenced (totally legally) Hall of Excellence Nominees Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 28 Jun 2019 | 'Toy Story 4' and The Making of a Great Summer Movie with Yolanda Machado | 01:01:47 | |
This week we are joined by film and TV critic Yolanda Machado to discuss the newest Pixar movie, Toy Story 4. The gang argues over the position of the film in their overall Pixar rankings. Plus, they deliberate on what makes a really good summer film. And, as always, staff picks. In news, Jill Soloway replaces Bryan Singer on the Red Sonja remake, Lena Waithe calls out black movie financiers, and Danny Boyle is concerned about feeling like an imposter for directing a movie with a female lead. Staff Picks: Alonso - Yellow Submarine Drea - Plus One Yolanda - Annabelle Comes Home and Kissing Jessica Stein With Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Yolanda Machado. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 01 May 2020 | ‘The Half of It’ and Quarantine Roommate Draft | 00:56:54 | |
Well what a nice little surprise – a brand new Who Shot Ya? episode! This week we discuss Alice Wu’s long awaited second film, the “Cyrano de Bergerac-esque” high school rom-com, The Half of It. Plus we reveal the movies that meant the most to us during our mid-twenties for ‘This Is Your Movie Life.’ We also hold a movie character ‘Quarantine Roommate Draft.’ Who does Ify want to be holed up with during this time? You’ll have to listen to find out! Staff Picks: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 19 Apr 2024 | Episode 346: 'Sasquatch Sunset' with Joey Clift | 01:04:31 | |
We’ve seen the Sasquatch(es)! We head into the woods to talk wild animal actors, convincing bigfoot suits, bodily functions, and the legend of Sasquatch itself, with comedian and writer Joey Clift. Then, a new set of HALL OF EXCELLENCE nominations, this time for best non-speaking performance! What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 09 Nov 2018 | 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and Alonso's Christmas Minute with Film Critic Katie Walsh | 01:07:23 | |
Don't stop me now! We're talking about the new Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody. We are so lucky this week to be joined by friend of the podcast, film critic Katie Walsh. This episode was recorded the night of the election, so you can certainly hear a level of optimistic anxiety in all the host's voices. The crew dissects all the important parts of the new movie: Rami Malek's fake teeth, the bad jokes, and how many times the band members say that they're a family. Plus, we chat about the phenomenon of straight actors playing gay characters. AND, most importantly, Alonso kicks of the Holiday season with a new weekly segment called The El Mero Mero de Navidad Christmas Minute. Each week Alonso will recap all the Christmas movies he's watched from the past week. The only caveat is that he must do it in under a minute. And as always, we have staff picks. In news, the titles for the new Avatar sequels are in, the LA Film Festival is no more, and JJ Abrams seeks a "Megadeal." Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Hip-Hop Evolution Alonso - Shirkers April - Memories of Murder Katie - El Ángel PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Overlord. With Katie Walsh, April Wolfe, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 27 Jul 2018 | Whiteness in Cinema and 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again' with Dave Holmes and Tavia Nyong'o | 01:04:08 | |
One of our most divisive episodes to date! The crew is joined by the wonderful Dave Holmes as they review Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. The line is quickly drawn in the sand between those who love this movie and those who hate. You'll have to listen to find out who is on which side! Plus, professor and critic Tavia Nyong'o calls in to discuss "whiteness" as it's presented in cinema. He also elaborates on the recent screening series at the Brooklyn Academy of Music called "BAMcinématek and The Racial Imaginary Institute: On Whiteness." Much to the joy of April, there is an in depth conversation on White Chicks. And as always, we have Staff Picks. In news, James Gunn is fired, Marvel provided counseling centers for Infinity War, and the Cats movie announces its cast. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Lost Boys April - Montenegro Alonso - Buddies Dave - Eighth Grade PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Mission Impossible: Fallout With Dave Holmes, Tavia Nyong'o, April Wolfe, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 16 Jul 2021 | ‘Black Widow’ and a Bug Superhero Quiz | 00:49:49 | |
This week the gang is chatting about the latest entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Widow. Plus, they take a quiz about bug-related superheroes which results in Ify threatening Producer Casey’s life. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Greta Gerwig is set to direct the Barbie movie and Brian De Palma says he was wrong to mock “The Force” the first time he saw Star Wars. Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 08 Jan 2021 | “Hey! We Actually Liked Wonder Woman 1984!” | 01:00:59 | |
This week we are joined by our good friend Joelle Monique. And we proudly proclaim, against popular opinion, that “Hey! We actually liked Wonder Woman 1984!” We also receive a wonderful question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies that we are embarrassed to like because of the type of people who like them. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Daisy Ridley is concerned with being labeled “aggressive” and the gang discusses internet access in America based on a discussion on our Facebook page. Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Joelle Monique. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 24 Jul 2020 | The 25th Anniversary of ‘Clueless’ with Erinn Hayes | 00:53:51 | |
We’re going back in time! The year is 1995, and we’re talking about Clueless. We’re joined by the hilarious and talented Erinn Hayes (Medical Police, Childrens Hospital). Ify has been recruited into the cult of the “Baby Foot.” Alonso is setting up a snack table. And Drea is obsessing over Padma Lakshmi’s new show. We also talk more about the MaxFunDrive. And, of course, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In OLD news we discuss Toy Story, the top box office of July 1995, and Drew Barrymore flashing David Letterman. Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Erinn Hayes. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 26 Feb 2021 | ‘Nomadland’ with Mpls-St.Paul Magazine Senior Writer Steve Marsh | 00:59:18 | |
This episode will hit you like a fully equipped nomadic van! That’s because the gang is discussing Chloé Zhao’s latest, Nomadland. They are joined by one of Drea’s childhood friends, senior writer for Mpls-St. Paul magazine, Steve Marsh. He’s known Drea for so long that he even refers to her as “Andrea.” Weird. Steve also talks about how his brother is all over Tik-Tok. Alonso is excited about The Muppet Show streaming on Disney+. And Ify is officially the same age as when Jesus died. Plus, the gang answers a question from the Who Shotline about movies one should watch while waiting at the DMV. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, HBO Max will not remove Woody Allen films from the service and actor Bee Vang speaks out about Gran Torino. Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde and Steve Marsh Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 10 Sep 2021 | 'CODA' with Moshe Kasher | 01:12:27 | |
This week we discuss the new film ‘CODA,’ which stands for “child of deaf adults.” And joining us is the hilarious comedian, and real-life child of deaf adults, Moshe Kasher. Moshe explains how accurate the film was at portraying the life of a “CODA,” as well as pointing out some of the more interesting American Sign Language translation choices. Plus, we answer a question on the ‘Hotline’ about bad movie recommendations. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Patty Jenkins says streaming movies look like “fake movies” and Michael K. Williams passes away. Explore Story Blocks’ library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILM Go to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order. Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Moshe Kasher. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 06 Dec 2019 | ‘Knives Out’ and the Return of Inkoo Kang | 00:53:51 | |
Look behind you! It can’t be! She’s back! That’s right, the one and only Inkoo Kang has returned to the show to discuss Knives Out. We also talk about the movie soundtracks that have been burned in our brains. We have another ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, of course, we’ve got staff picks. Staff Picks: Ify – The Crow Drea – Portrait of a Lady on Fire Alonso – Season of Love Inkoo – In Fabric With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Inkoo Kang. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the “Who Shotline” – WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O’Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 18 Jan 2019 | Film Floppers and 'Destroyer' with Graham Elwood | 01:06:50 | |
A brand spanking new 'Who Shot Ya?' right out of the package! This week the crew is discussing the new Karyn Kusama/ Nicole Kidman joint, Destroyer. They're joined by fellow film nerd, comedian Graham Elwood of the 'Comedy Film Nerds' podcast. The gang questions Nicole Kidman's hair choices in the film and compares her character to other great LA gumshoes of the cinematic past. Plus they discuss the movies they have flip-flopped on since originally viewing, either for good or bad, in a segment they're calling Film Floppers. And as always, they've got those tasty staff picks. In news, Coming to America 2 is in the works, and Cardi B has some thoughts on Bird Box. Staff Picks: Ricky - 42 to 1 Alonso - Fyre Fraud Graham - Hell or High Water April - Out of the Past With Graham Elwood, April Wolfe, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 09 Aug 2019 | Justice For Han! - 'Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw' with William Bibbiani and Jen Yamato | 00:54:39 | |
These aren't just podcasts partners...they're family. Alonso is joined by film critic and host of the 'Canceled Too Soon' podcast William Bibbiani. He's also joined by film reporter for the LA Times and "Karaoke Monster" Jen Yamato. This episode is all about "Justice For Han" as the gang discusses Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. They also dissect the Fast & Furious franchise as a whole. Plus they confess their movie pet peeves. And, as always, staff picks. In news, RIP D.A. Pennebaker, "The Losers" of It get "de-aged", and Disney is rebooting Home Alone. Staff Picks: Jen - Luce Alonso - Vision Portraits William - Jupiter Ascending With Alonso Duralde, Jen Yamato, and William Bibbiani. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 09 Sep 2022 | Episode 262: 'Honk for Jesus, Save Your Soul.' with Angelique Jackson | 01:00:24 | |
We’ve had our eye on this one from its premiere at Sundance (!). Now, Adamma Ebo’s mockumentary, starring Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall, has hit theaters and Peacock, with a period in its title and a lot more than pearl Prada on its mind. Later, we’ll nominate mockumentaries to the Hall of Excellence. What’s Good ITIDIC
Hall of Excellence Nominees - Vote on Facebook Staff Picks Other Honk for Jesus links EveryPlate Get your first box for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code maxfilm149. With: Ify Nwadiwe Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Sr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 28 Dec 2018 | Year-End Bonanza! Top Ten Movie Lists and 2018 in Retrospect | 01:08:39 | |
It's that "Top Ten" time of the year. And 'Who Shot Ya?' is no different. It's the year end episode! In studio we've got Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona, who all provide their top ten movie lists of 2018. We also get to hear from April, who is still stanning for Coralie Fargeat's Revenge. The crew gets a call from the incomparable Inkoo Kang, who discusses her top movies of the year. Plus, she goes deep on First Reformed, and provides Ricky with an unconventional musical recommendation. The in studio crew also discusses the trends in news from 2018. And as always, staff picks. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Alonso - Minding the Gap Drea - De Palma TOP TEN LISTS: APRIL - 10. The Rider / Let The Corpses Tan / Zama / Mandy, 9. If Beale Street Could Talk, 8. You Were Never Really Here, 7. Revenge, 6. Hereditary, 5. Eighth Grade, 4. Burning, 3. Blindspotting, 2. Leave No Trace, 1. First Reformed DREA - Annihilation, Leave No Trace, Eighth Grade, Roma, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, If Beale Street Could Talk, Border, The Favourite, The Guilty, Night Comes On INKOO - 10. Shoplifters, 9. Burning, 8. Eighth Grade, 7. The Rider, 6. The Sisters Brothers, 5. The Favourite, 4. If Beale Street Could Talk, 3. Leave No Trace, 2. First Reformed, 1. Roma RICKY - 10. Sorry to Bother You, Black Panther, A Star Is Born, Mandy, Mission: Impossible - Fallout, Incredibles 2, Widows, Hereditary, 1A. Roma, 1B. BlacKkKlansman ALONSO - 10. Eighth Grade, 9. Support the Girls, 8. Happy as Lazzaro, 7. The Hate You Give / If Beale Street Could Talk, 6. The Other Side of the Wind, 5. The Sisters Brothers, 4. Lean On Pete, 3. Leave No Trace, 2. Roma, 1. Paddington 2 With April Wolfe, Inkoo Kang, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 04 Nov 2022 | Episode 270: ‘The Invitation’ (2016) with Margo Donohue…and Dave White! | 00:56:18 | |
No, it’s not the The Invitation that came out this year; we’re taking it back to 2016, when Karyn Kusama’s thoughtful thriller The Invitation was released in theaters. Drea’s away on set, but we’ve got three (sometimes four) Angelenos and a Brooklynite sharing their movie thoughts, as well as their tips for when and how to leave a sketchy party. Oh, and Karyn Kusama was born in Brooklyn! Later, Margo and Alonso imagine their dream casts for dinner party movies, and it’s the first Christmas Movie Minute of the season!. What’s Good: ITIDIC:
Staff Picks: Margo’s Book is Filmed in Brooklyn; follow her on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies With: Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Sr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 27 Jan 2023 | Episode 282: 'House Party' Hopping (1990 -> 2023) | 00:57:25 | |
“A nice guy and his playboy buddy host an ill-advised mega-party.” That vague logline is what the original HOUSE PARTY (1990) starring Kid N' Play has in common with the new HOUSE PARTY, starring Jacob Lattimore and Tosin Cole. Well, that and the title. For today’s episode, the core gang digs into a whole comparative analysis of these two movies. Then, there’s a new round of nominees for the Hall of Excellence. What’s Good? ITIDIC
Staff Picks Our sponsor this week is Star of Magnolia With: Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 13 Nov 2020 | ‘Shaun of the Dead’ with Screenwriter Michael Varrati | 00:54:30 | |
Thus begins the first episode in our mini-series covering the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy, starting with 2004’s Shaun of the Dead. We are so lucky to be joined by screenwriter Michael Varrati, whose horror screenwriting expertise is truly invaluable to the conversation. Plus, Alonso won’t stop saying the words “Blow Mold.” Drea begs people to wear a damn mask. Ify has purchased a very expensive new camera. And Michael demands that America give Kylie Minogue the respect she deserves. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Johnny Depp resigns from the upcoming Fantastic Beasts movie and Chris Rock hates Civil Rights movies. Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Michael Varrati. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 19 Jan 2024 | Episode 333: 'The Color Purple' (2023) with Tre'vell Anderson | 00:59:46 | |
We've been keeping tabs on today's movie for a while -- either a couple years or a couple decades, depending on how you count it. To discuss the movie musical adaptation of the stage musical adaptation of the movie adaptation of Alice Walker's classic novel, we brought in Tre'vell Anderson, noted Fantasia Barrino expert (and also a journalist, author, critic and expert in other things). What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Historically Black Phrases Live Follow Tre’vell Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 10 Nov 2023 | Episode 323: 'Priscilla' with Casey O'Brien | 01:06:13 | |
As Alonso says, Priscilla Presley’s life was a Sofia Coppola movie before it was literally a Sofia Coppola movie. Now, that movie has come to pass…and former Producer Casey O’Brien is here to bask in the pastel glow! Then, a movie quiz that could only be called “NAME that movie.” What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Support Casey’s 14 Stories in a Bathroom Support our sponsor! Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 27 Oct 2023 | Episode 321: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' & Its Handsome Devils | 01:07:52 | |
The hosts of Maximum Film! don't have all the answers, but they do have their own answer to the questions "What if I drank 10 glasses of water before seeing a 206-minute movie?" "Is it okay for a movie to be 206 minutes long?" and "What directors and actors do you want to see work together for 206 minutes or more?" These and many more answers await in our KILLER OF THE FLOWER MOON episode (which clocks in at a mere 68 minutes). What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks We're sponsored this week in part by... Museum of Flight's "The Flight Deck" Podcast With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 11 Feb 2022 | Episode 232: Celebrating Sidney Poitier with Reinaldo Marcus Green and 'Lilies of the Field' | 01:04:08 | |
Fresh off getting a slew of Oscar nods for his KING RICHARD, director Reinaldo Marcus Green joins us to talk about the peerless Sidney Poitier's Oscar-winning performance in 1963's LILIES OF THE FIELD. Then, how will the panelists fare in a newsy quiz about Oscar firsts?? What’s Good Mentions ITIDIC “Missing Movies” Organization seeks to help films that streaming forgot Staff Picks: Look out for Rei's We Own This City in April on HBO! Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies Support our sponsors! Magic Spoon With: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 10 Jun 2022 | Episode 249: ‘Fire Island’ with Parvesh Cheena | 01:03:34 | |
The delightful Parvesh Cheena (Connecting, Crazy Ex Girlfriend, Shining Vale) joins us to discuss the queer (mostly) Asian romcom that sets star/writer Joel Kim Booster, Bowen Yang, and friends as the Bennett Sisters, and Conrad Ricamora as Mr. Darcy. Sex, party drugs, judgy gays, and emotional catharsis – you can find it all on FIRE ISLAND. What’s Good Mentions ITIDIC
Hall of Excellence Nominees Staff Picks: Episode Sponsors: Soylent Lumi Labs With: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 25 Sep 2020 | ‘Lingua Franca’ with Myq Kaplan | 00:55:12 | |
Our best friend Myq Kaplan has returned! And he’s here to talk about the new Netflix film, the intimate Lingua Franca. Myq brings that real New York-aah point of view to the discussion, which we so desperately desire. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about what celebrity Zoom movie reading we’d like to see next. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Robert Pattinson creates a unique accent for the film The Devil All the Time and Tom Cruise is going to make a movie in space. Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Myq Kaplan. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 14 Apr 2023 | Episode 293: 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves' with Riley Silverman | 01:10:53 | |
The D&D nerds and the arthouse cinema nerds join forces in this one-shot campaign, as we delve into Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Then, we have a quiz that makes Ify realize maybe he likes quizzes after all. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Check out Riley’s new RPG podcast, Strumpets and Flagons With: Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Sr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 19 Jul 2024 | Episode 359: 'Totally Killer' (2023) Knows 1987 | 00:58:34 | |
Listener Harrison gave us a great shortlist of films to choose from this year – a prize Harrison became eligible for by supporting the show at MaximumFun.org/join. We went with Nahnatchka Khan’s slasher comedy from last year, TOTALLY KILLER (starring Kiernan Shipka as a teen who ends up back in time and tries to catch a murderer…before the murderer catches her! That inspires our latest slate of Hall of Excellence nominees: Best Time Travel Movie. (Vote for your winner at facebook.com/groups/maximumfilm before July 29, 2024). What’s Good Hall of Excellence Nominees Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 16 Feb 2024 | Episode 337: 'Lisa Frankenstein' with Janet Varney | 01:02:42 | |
Today's movie takes on the guise of a weird '80s teen comedy, then adds in some supernatural phenomena and some axes. So we consult THE JV CLUB's Janet Varney on the peculiarities of Lisa's high school experience, and then make up some Monster Mash-up movies of our own. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 01 Feb 2019 | Overlooked Genre Film Performances and 'Stan & Ollie' | 01:02:34 | |
We've got a hot new episode of 'Who Shot Ya?' right out of the oven. Drea Clark is back in the studio to discuss the Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly two-hander, Stan & Ollie. The crew dissects the film and discusses the representation of filmmaking in movies. They also touch upon the theme of mixing business and friendship. The gang answers a question from the "Who Shot Line" that is perfectly tailored to April - "Which genre film performances have been overlooked?" And, as always, we've got staff picks. In news, the Wu-Tang Clan is making a supernatural thriller called Angel of Dust, the Michael Jackson estate denounces the new revealing documentary Leaving Neverland, and the "Dark Universe" is dead. Staff Picks: Ricky - Ricky - Keepers of the Magic on Hulu Alonso - Good pick: The Kid Who Would Be King. Bad pick: Serenity Drea - Everything Beautiful Is Far Away April - The Day of the Jackal With April Wolfe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 22 Jun 2018 | Incredibles 2, Pixar, and The State of Queer Cinema | 01:08:19 | |
This week we have a truly INCREDIBLE episode. Drea returns to discuss Pixar's Incredibles 2. Once again, things get very SEXY when Alonso reads Anthony Lane's controversial review of the film from the New Yorker. The crew compares and contrasts Incredibles 2 with other Pixar films. Drea chastises the gang for quoting her on a previous episode and not giving a proper citation. PLUS, Alonso educates everyone on the current state of queer cinema; what's bad, what's good, and what's the future. In news, Tiffany Haddish tries to get busy with Leonardo DiCaprio, something weird is going on with the Gotti audience reviews, and Natalie Portman wants to make a vegan cooking show. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Hulk Drea - Sin Nombre April - Eyes of Fire Alonso - Tag PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom with Jordan Morris With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Drea Clark and Ricky Carmona. SEXY MUSIC BY: www.bensound.com You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org. Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 16 Oct 2020 | “White Man With a Black Woman’s Butt” and ‘The Forty-Year-Old Version’ | 00:55:14 | |
This week we’re talking exclusively about “white men with black women’s butts” because we’re discussing Radha Blank’s magnificent debut, The Forty-Year-Old Version. Alonso revels in some tasty new hot sauce. Ify pitches an “Alamo Drafthouse” for drive-ins, but walks it back when he realizes the drunk driving implications. And Drea is phoning a scientist. Plus, the gang answers a call from the Who Shotline about instances where they were taken out of a film. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Keira Knightley drops out of Apple TV’s The Essex Serpent over childcare concerns and the Academy makes a drive-in addendum. Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 29 Mar 2019 | I Got 4 on It! The Gang Discusses Jordan Peele's 'Us' and Their Favorite Big, Dumb Action Movies | 01:11:30 | |
It's a Max Fun Drive miracle! An episode released on a Thursday, Ricky's back at the helm, AND the gang's talking about one of the most hyped movies of the year - Us. There are gonna be SOME spoilers in this episode, but remember what April says "It's not what happens but how it happens that makes a movie worth watching." The crew also discusses their favorite big, dumb action films. And as always, staff picks. In news, R.I.P. Larry Cohen, Disney gets rid of the Fox 2000 division, and a high school in New Jersey puts on a theatrical production of Alien. Staff Picks: April - The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie Drea - The Invitation Ricky - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Drea Clark, and Ricky Carmona If you'd like to support this show and the network during the Max Fun Drive, click right HERE! You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 31 Aug 2018 | 'The Happytime Murders' and All Things Puppets with Helen Hong | 01:06:34 | |
Do you love puppets? Well then this is the episode you've been waiting for! We've got comedian, actor, and Maximum Fun's Go Fact Yourself host, Helen Hong on to discuss the new puppet noir The Happytime Murders. Helen is uniquely qualified to discuss this film because she reveals that she actually auditioned for it! Ricky declares his love for Big Trouble in Little China. Drea proves herself to be a true "puppet movie" expert. And the gang receives a "voicemail postcard" from Alonso at the Venice Film Festival. Plus, the crew plays that game that America loves - 'Name That Puppet!' And as always, we've got Staff Picks. In news, Ethan Hawke has some thoughts on superhero movies, the Big Trouble in Little Chinaremake is actually a sequel, and Netflix may stop sending out DVDs in 2022. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Team America: World Police Drea - Support the Girls Helen - In Bruges PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Destination Wedding With Helen Hong, Drea Clark, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 20 Aug 2021 | ‘Los Angeles Plays Itself’ with Carlos Aguilar | 00:56:38 | |
This episode kicks off our mini-series on Los Angeles in film. We start with the ultimate doc about Los Angeles representation, ‘Los Angeles Plays Itself.’ And joining us this week to talk about LA in film is the fabulous film critic Carlos Aguilar. The gang discusses their own relationship with the city they live in, the city of angels. Plus, they cover which films most accurately represent the city. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ Go to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order. Staff Picks: With Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Carlos Aguilar Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 15 Mar 2024 | Episode 341: 'Frank Herbert's Dune, Episode 1' with Jeremy Bent | 01:06:34 | |
DUNE MONTH CONTINUES! If you, too, are indulging in a Dune Month, YOU might find yourself searching certain video sharing website for 2000's Sci Fi Channel miniseries FRANK HERBERT'S DUNE, aka "The one where Paul Atreides is bringing big Anakin Skywalker energy." Or perhaps you'd like to skip that and just listen to us tell you about it. Either way, this is the episode for you! We're talking all 90 minutes of Episode 1, comparing it to all the other DUNEs we know, and doing it all with self-described "Dune guy" Jeremy Bent (Eurovangelists, Mission to Zyxx)! Then a quiz about Sci Fi/SyFy Originals... What’s Good ITIDIC Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 14 Mar 2025 | Episode 393: 'American Psycho' with Stuart Wellington | 01:13:09 | |
We’re commemorating the 25th anniversary of the time director Mary Harron and co-writer Guinevere Turner adapted AMERICAN PSYCHO for the screen and tossed in an extra dose of feminist rage and humor, with the help of Christian Bale and a stunning cast of your favorite character actors. With Stuart Wellington of The Flop House! Then, we’ll work together to try and name the top 10 domestic box office movies of 2000. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 20 May 2022 | Episode 246: 'On the Count of Three' is a Tonal Balancing Act | 00:59:47 | |
Jerrod Carmichael’s directorial debut hit Sundance back in 2021, but now it’s finally available on big and small screens. Film critic Carlos Aguilar joins us to describe the ways that this short film packs a long punch. AND: We cast our dream movie driving buddies! (cw: today’s movie is about suicide and depression; we’ll give you a heads up during the show too) What’s Good ITIDIC Staff Picks Carlos’s review of On the Count of Three Carlos’s review of Emergency for The Wrap Buy Alonso’s book, I’ll Be Home For Christmas Movies ***** With: Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Sr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 06 Dec 2024 | Episode 379: “Wicked: Part I” with Paul Miles Schneider | 01:19:22 | |
Today we are looking at 2024’s hit musical movie adaptation, Wicked: Part I, directed by Jon M. Chu, starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum. Plus we hear from the listener looking for movie recs while they recover from surgery. Author Paul Miles Schneider (The Silver Shoes trilogy) joins us. What’s Good: Alonso - BFI Classic’s 3 Women by Justin Wyatt Drea - Spirit Awards 2024 nominations Paul - Thanksgiving up in the Pacific Northwest Ify - Thanksgiving meal (Al Pastor Turkey) This Week's ITIDICs: 3. ‘Wolfs’ Director Jon Watts Tells Apple: No Sequel, I Don’t Trust You Christmas Movie Minute:
Alonso - The Gathering (1977) Drea - Hard Truths Paul - Miracle of Marcelino (in Spanish) Ify - The Wiz Plugs! Get the Silver Shoes trilogy from Paul Miles Schneider! Have Yourself A Movie Little Christmas I’ll Be Home For Christmas Movies Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 19 Feb 2021 | 'Judas and the Black Messiah' and Recasting 'My Dinner with Andre' | 00:55:41 | |
Another fabulous episode for your earholes! This week we discuss the powerful Judas and the Black Messiah, which leads to a very passionate conversation about the Black Panthers. Plus, for the ‘Who Shotline,’ we do our best to recast a modern version of My Dinner with Andre. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Martin Scorsese is concerned about “content” and the autistic community is critical of Sia’s debut feature Music. Please check out storyblocks.com/WHOSHOT And please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 15 Sep 2023 | Episode 315: 'Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe' with Kahea Kiwaha | 01:04:10 | |
What’s Good ITIDIC Staff Picks Leave a message for the Hotline! With: Producer Marissa Flaxbart Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 15 May 2020 | ‘Driveways’ and Movies We Saw WAY Too Young with Myq Kaplan | 00:54:13 | |
What a delightful little episode we have for you today! We are joined by the effervescent comedian Myq Kaplan to discuss Andrew Ahn’s wonderful new film, Driveways. Myq writes a Guns N’ Roses parody song for Drea in honor of her niece’s birthday. Ify gets exposed for analyzing the video game ‘Panty Party’ on another podcast. Drea reveals her love for USA Network’s ‘Up All Night.’ And Alonso gets a new toothbrush. Plus, we chat about the movies we saw way too young. And, as always, we’ve got staff picks. In news, Rob Liefeld says Marvel is not going to make any new Deadpool movies and Robert Pattinson reveals why he has gone back to big budget movies. Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Myq Kaplan Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 19 Nov 2021 | Rebecca Hall's 'Passing' with "Artist, Educator, and Instigator" Nayland Blake | 00:56:56 | |
We have a dang delight for a guest this week. We are joined by the self-proclaimed “artist, educator, and instigator” Nayland Blake to discuss Rebecca Hall’s directorial debut, ‘Passing.’ Drea also suggests that Alonso and his husband Dave dress up as “Turkey Pugsley” from ‘Addams Family Values’ in honor of Thanksgiving. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, M*l G*bson is back to direct ‘Lethal Weapon 5’, the dialect coach for ‘House of Gucci’ is critical of Lady Gaga’s accent work, and Lindsay Lohan is set to star in a Netflix Christmas movie. Maximum Film is supported in part by MasterClass. This holiday, give one annual membership and get one free! Go to masterclass.com/maxfilm today. Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas Movies Staff Picks: With Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Nayland Blake. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 24 Sep 2021 | ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ with the Incomparable Frank DeCaro | 01:05:17 | |
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie! And so are we! This week we discuss this fabulous, coming-of-age, drag musical. And who better to have on the show than the man who wrote the literal damn book on drag, Frank DeCaro. We also submit a new entrant into the ‘Hall of Excellence’ for ‘Cinema’s Most Important Wig.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Daniel Craig has some thoughts on the future of James Bond and the original ‘Star Wars’ editor thinks the new films “suck.” If you’d like to buy Frank’s book, Drag: Combing Through the Big Wigs of Show Business, click here. This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and Maximum Film listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/MAXFILM. Explore the Story Blocks library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILM Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Frank DeCaro Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 17 Aug 2018 | 'BlacKkKlansman' and The Filmography of Spike Lee with Brandon Johnson & Baron Vaughn | 01:05:57 | |
This is one of our wildest episodes to date. And for our 50th episode, no less! We've got first time guest, comedian Baron Vaughn (Grace and Frankie, Mystery Science Theater 3000) and returning guest Brandon Johnson (Rick and Morty, Animals). They're on to discuss the brand new film, BlacKkKlansman. Brandon, once again, tries to hock bootleg merchandise. Baron earns his anointed title of "The Big Pun" by making puns with a machine gun pace. April holds it down by recommending some post WWII era German-Jewish poetry. And Ricky fixes his car stereo like the Fonz. Plus, the crew discusses the films, style, and career of BlacKkKlansman director Spike Lee. And as always, we have Staff Picks. In news, the "Popular Movies Oscar" gets some support, Idris Elba tells everyone NOT to believe the James Bond hype, and screenwriter John August is compiling the list of popular films that can't be found online. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Kareem: Minority of One April - Point Break Brandon - Crazy Rich Asians Baron - The Final Master PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Crazy Rich Asians. With Baron Vaughn, April Wolfe, Brandon Johnson, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 21 Jan 2022 | Episode 229: 'The Lost Daughter' with Biz Ellis | 01:11:10 | |
Biz Ellis (from MaxFun's own One Bad Mother) joins Ify, Drea, and Alonso this week to weigh in on Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Lost Daughter, a raw and unflinching portrait of how annoying kids can be. Is Olivia Colman's character a bad mother? Can an introspective art film be as tense as a kaiju fight? Then, the hoses resort to movie memes to predict what 2022 will bring... What’s Good Mentions Alonso - Girl Scout cookies/Adventurefuls Drea - Taskmaster Zoom Birthday Challenge Ify - Meal prep service Biz - Doom Patrol ITIDIC Daniel Radcliffe to play Weird Al in Roku movie How to Read Jodorowski’s Dune Bible for Free Listen to Drea on One Bad Mother! Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies Staff Picks: Ify - Rashômon Drea - Belle (2021) Alonso - Stop-Zemlia Biz - Encanto Episode Sponsor Maximum Film! listeners get 10% off their first month when you sign up at the above link. With: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 30 Aug 2019 | 'They Live' with Danielle Radford | 00:53:31 | |
You must OBEY and listen to this podcast episode about They Live. DO NOT QUESTION OUR AUTHORITY. The gang is joined by Danielle Radford of Max Fun's 'Tights and Fights' as they discuss the "Rowdy" Roddy Piper classic. Plus, they examine other great wrestlers-turned-actors movies. They also pitch their own remake of They Live in a new segment called 'Movie Redux.' And, as always, staff picks. In news, Eva Longoria is going to direct Flamin' Hot and Miley Cyrus reveals she was booted from Hotel Transylvania for "licking a penis cake." Staff Picks: Ify - The Man with the Iron Fists Drea - Tigers Are Not Afraid Danielle - Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Danielle Radford. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 08 Feb 2019 | Great Music Moments in Movies and 'Miss Bala' | 01:04:31 | |
This week, the original crew holds it down - April, Alonso, and Ricky. And they are tackling the new Catherine Hardwicke/Gina Rodriguez film, Miss Bala. You can rest assured that this team won't miss, Miss Bala (thank you). The gang also covers Hollywood remakes of foreign films. Plus, in our additional segment, they talk at length about their favorite music moments in movies. And, as always, staff picks. In news, the "Ben Affleck Batman era" is over, Liam Neeson reveals a disturbing story about wanting to murder a "black bastard", and a new David Bowie biopic does not have the music rights. Staff Picks: Ricky - Horror Noire on Shudder Alonso - Other People April - Wisconsin Death Trip With April Wolfe, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 30 Aug 2024 | Episode 365: 'The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat' with Shar Jossell | 01:05:50 | |
A book adaptation with cast of leading ladies to die for, three life stories, and only two hours to get it all out! We've got the smart and radiant Shar Jossell (newly elected President of NABJLA!) here with us to fill in the gaps. Then, we pitch some movies of our own, about unexpected celebrities in unexpected places. What’s Good ITIDIC Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 12 May 2023 | Episode 297: 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.' with Janet Varney | 01:09:02 | |
Over 50 years ago, Judy Blume wrote a classic coming-of-age novel about a nice girl who was simultaneously facing a move to New Jersey, sixth grade, puberty, and questions about God and religion. They say good things come to those who wait…the multi-hyphenate host of The JV Club, Janet Varney, joins us to weigh in on if this adaptation was one of those things. Plus, a lot of good and informative strike talk, and a few more ideas for childhood classics to adapt. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks We're sponsored this week by HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/maxfilm16 to get 16 free meals plus free shipping! With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 03 May 2024 | Episode 348: ‘We Grown Now’ with Robert Daniels | 01:11:39 | |
Writer/director (and Chicago native) Minhal Baig’s newest film centers around Malik and Eric, two young kids going through the things young kids go through, with the added complications of life in the Cabrini Green housing projects of the ‘90s. Robert Daniels (another Chicagoan) is here to help us talk through it. Then, a Hall of Excellence update and a Hotline letter that inspires a plethora of short film recommendations! What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Drea - I Saw the TV Glow Get your Physical Media Sign for tapping! Art by Producer Marissa…tap at will! Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 15 Dec 2023 | Episode 328: 'Poor Things' with Christy Lemire | 01:04:44 | |
Alonso has been hyping Poor Things since Venice, and now his Breakfast All Day co-host Christy Lemire is making her first (!) appearance on MaxFilm to discuss it! Plus, we pitch reimagined monster movies where anything goes. What’s Good ITIDIC
Christmas Movie Minute Staff Picks Get Christy's newsletter! Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 22 Mar 2024 | Episode 342: 'Jodorowsky's Dune' with Elliott Kalan | 01:20:59 | |
It’s #MaxFunDrive! Join (or upgrade or boost your existing membership!) to support this show directly at MaximumFun.org/join! Both monthly memberships and one-time annual membership plans are available. Thank you for everything – we couldn’t do this without you! As "Dune Month" (aka "How You Dune? Month") winds toward its climax, a foray into the world of documentary to glimpse the Dune that might have been. But would it have been…good? The Flop House’s Elliott Kalan is our dream guest, and the feeling is mutual! Plus, we pitch some other unmade projects whose true Hollywood stories we’d love to see on screen. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 17 Mar 2025 | Drea and Alonso join MFD Spring Break | 01:19:17 | |
It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!! Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, Dan McCoy, Jordan Morris, Manolo Moreno, Ella Hubber, Caroline Roper, Ella McLeod, John-Luke Roberts, Justin McElroy, Clint McElroy, Mike Cabellon, Sierra Katow, Hal Lublin, Danielle Radford, John Moe, Christian Dueñas, Christian Duguay Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 02 Nov 2018 | 'Suspiria' and Passing The Bechdel Test with Jamie Loftus & Caitlin Durante of 'The Bechdel Cast' | 01:02:47 | |
Even though Halloween is over, we're still keeping it spooky. That's right, we're talking about our favorite "witch dance" movie of the year, Suspiria. This week we're so lucky to have the hosts of 'The Bechdel Cast' podcast, Jamie Loftus and Caitlin Durante, on the program. The crew discusses their favorite aspects of the Halloween season. For Caitlin it's the pumpkin shaped Reese's peanut butter cups, for Alonso it's the appearance of the sign banning silly string on Hollywood Boulevard, and for Jamie it's the chance to buy a "Twerking Mummy" toy at CVS. Plus, the gang helps some previously failing movies pass The Bechdel Test. And as always, staff picks. In news, the Wachowski's are potentially retiring, FilmStruck closes down shop, and the MPAA turns 50. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Hereditary Alonso - Monrovia, Indiana Jamie - Doubt Caitlin - Paddington and Paddington 2 PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Bohemian Rhapsody with Katie Walsh With Caitlin Durante, Jamie Loftus, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 26 Apr 2019 | Living That 'High Life' and The Stereotypical Favorite Movies of Millenials with 'The New Negroes' Head Writer Kevin Avery | 01:05:50 | |
Robert Pattinson, "Fuck Boxes," and screaming babies - you gotta listen to our conversation about the Claire Denis sci-fi odyssey, High Life, to hear all of these topics covered. The crew is joined by the head writer of the new Comedy Central show The New Negroes, Kevin Avery. Plus, they discuss the stereotypical favorite films of millennial men. And, as always, staff picks. In news, a Wisconsin man saw Captain Marvel 116 times and Abigail Diseny calls CEO Bob Iger's salary insane. Staff Picks: Alonso - Some of My Best Friends Are... Drea - Band Aid April - Long Weekend Kevin - Zorro, The Gay Blade With Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, April Wolfe, and Kevin Avery. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 10 Mar 2018 | Dark Comedies, The Oscars, and Game Night with Inkoo Kang | 00:59:03 | |
This episode marks the return of the "Professional Contrarian" Inkoo Kang to talk about the new dark, action comedy Game Night. Before they get into the discussion of the film, the crew takes time to dissect this year's Oscars. They point out some of the sweeter moments (Greta Gerwig and Laura Dern, James Ivory's shirt) but all agree there's still work to be done. In discussing Game Night they break down the dark comedy genre and reveal some of their favorites. April professes her love for Todd Solondz, Inkoo sees "competent" as high praise, Alonso gives a shout to Pedro Almodovar, and Ricky inadvertently creates a mash up movie - 'One Flew Over the Vampire's Nest.' PLUS, the gang finishes up by copying Game Night and playing a round of CELEBRITY. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - Zoology Alonso - Prick Up Your Ears Inkoo - Oh Lucy! Ricky - The Gift PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing A Wrinkle In Time with Drea Clark. With Inkoo Kang, Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 20 Apr 2018 | Video Game Movies, The Rock, and Rampage with Johnnie Jungleguts and Brady Jandreau | 01:02:00 | |
A MONSTROUSLY huge episode this week. Artist, writer, and podcaster Johnnie Jungleguts joins the gang to talk all about the new joint by The Rock, Rampage. They discuss video game movies and how they are frequently terrible. April reveals her secret admiration for the Super Mario Brothersmovie. And they ponder whether The Rock should learn to say no to some movie scripts. Plus, Brady Jandreau of the new film The Rider sits down with Drea Clark to discuss what it was like going from riding broncos to acting in front of the camera. In news, John Oliver buys Russell Crowe's jockstrap, WakandaCon comes to Chicago, and the gang remembers the life and work of director Miloš Forman. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Endless Alonso - Women Who Kill April - Mercury 13 Johnnie Jungleguts - Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing I Feel Pretty with Drea Clark. With Johnnie Jungleguts, Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 17 Jun 2022 | Episode 250: 'C.R.A.Z.Y.' with Guy Branum | 00:57:38 | |
It premiered in 2005, propelling Jean-Marc Valée into the next level of his career. In 2015, Toronto critics named it one of the 10 best Canadian films of all time. And in 2022, American viewers can finally see what all the fuss is about. In honor of the late Valée, Pride month, and out 250th episode (!), we’re taking a look at the coming-of-age-and-coming-out story that is C.R.A.Z.Y. along with none other than Guy Branum. Plus, a quiz on acronym movie titles!
ITIDIC Staff Picks Lumi Labs With: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 28 Feb 2025 | Episode 391: 'Captain America: Brave New World' with Austin Taylor | 01:09:07 | |
Finally, years after taking the reins from Steve Rogers, Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson finally gets his turn on the big screen. And he’s being asking to work with an impulsive, angry president with a history of abuse of power. Sounds like some juicy fodder, right? Right, Disney’s Marvel?? Austin Taylor from Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries joins us to unpack what’s going on. Then, we name some favorite “fun” movies that have something important to say. What’s Good? ITIDIC
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| 28 Jan 2022 | Episode 230: Watch 'The Tragedy of Macbeth' with the Captions On | 01:04:34 | |
What’s black and white and now streaming on AppleTV Plus? Why it’s Joel Coen’s solo directorial debut, The Tragedy of Macbeth, starring Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand as a couple with big dreams and no chill…well, maybe they have a little chill in this version? Up for debate. How does this Macbeth measure up in categories like: Bloodlust! Justifying its existence! Cool-looking Birnam Woodl! Plus, our hosts each submit and defend their Hall of Excellence candidate for Most Badass Denzel Performance. What’s Good Mentions ITIDIC The Batman is gonna be a long one Ana de Armas fans are suing Universal Peter Dinklage not thrilled with the concept of live -action Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Vote for your Hall of Excellence winner on our Facebook page Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies Staff Picks: We are sponsored this week by Wealthfront. Maximum Film! listeners can get their first $5,000 managed for FREE, for life, by visiting wealthfront.com/MAXFILM Maximum Film! is sponsored by Lumi Labs – use “MAXFILM” for 30% off anything on microdosegummies.com. With: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 24 Dec 2021 | Hallmark’s ‘Every Time a Bell Rings’ with Santa Claus | 01:04:01 | |
HO HO HO! It’s our Christmas episode! And what better type of movie to discuss than a Hallmark Christmas movie. This is why we’re talking about the queer-friendly ‘Every Time a Bell Rings.’ Plus, we have a surprise visit from Santa Claus, who needs help with some future Hallmark movie ideas. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas Movies Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 28 Aug 2020 | ‘Before Midnight’ with Director Richard Linklater | 00:54:15 | |
A monumental episode. As you know we’ve been discussing the “Before Trilogy,” written and directed by the wonderful Richard Linklater. And this week we are so lucky to be joined by the man himself – Richard Linklater. He chats with Ify, Drea, and Alonso about the inspiration behind Before Sunrise, working with Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy, and what he’s been doing to kill time during quarantine. Plus, he expresses his feelings about the possibility of making another “Before” film and why he considers Before Midnight a bit of a horror movie. We also do a thorough examination of the previously stated Before Midnight. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Richard Linklater Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 01 Jun 2021 | And The Winner Is... | 00:02:15 | |
It was once called Who Shot Ya?...then it was called The Untitled Ify, Drea, & Alonso Project. But we have settled on a new name. And that is...Maximum Film! A big thank you to all the people who submitted to our naming contest. There were so many great submissions. And a special thank you to our four finalists - The Multiplex by Laura Darling, Intersectional Lens by Dan Wheeler, The Push In by Hannah Hinkel, and our winner Max Lupo with our new name Maximum Film! Check out our first episode as Maximum Film! this Friday, June 4th, where we talk about Together Together with special guest Riley Silverman.
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| 05 Feb 2021 | ‘One Night in Miami’ with ‘Screen Drafts’ Co-Host Clay Keller | 01:10:26 | |
This week we are joined by friend-of-the-show and co-host of the wonderful Screen Drafts podcast, Clay Keller. He joins us to talk about Regina King’s directorial debut, One Night in Miami. Drea and Alonso give us an in-depth examination of this year’s virtual Sundance Film Festival. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, RIP Cicely Tyson and the Golden Globe nominations. Please check out storyblocks.com/WHOSHOT And please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Clay Keller. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 21 May 2021 | ‘The Mitchells vs. the Machines’ with Round Springfield’s Julia Prescott | 01:00:13 | |
On today’s episode, we are talking about the phenomenal animated feature, The Mitchells vs. the Machines. And who better to chat about it than our guest, Simpsons writer and Round Springfield host Julia Prescott. Drea takes over hosting duties this week, which is why you might notice an uptick in “Charles Grodin-gushing” throughout the episode. We also answer a question from the ‘Hotline’ about the first movie we want to see in theaters when the pandemic is over. And, of course, we round things out with ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, the marvelous Charles Grodin passes away and the Dear Evan Hansen trailer drops online. Staff Picks: With Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Julia Prescott. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 25 Dec 2020 | Christmas Spectacular: ‘The Christmas House’ with Esquire’s Justin Kirkland | 01:05:10 | |
It’s our Christmas Spectacular! And we are pretty much focusing exclusively on Hallmark Christmas movies this episode. To give us a hand, we are joined by Esquire writer and Hallmark Christmas movie enthusiast, Justin Kirkland. At the beginning of the episode, we are also joined by special guest Santa Claus to help come up with some Hallmark movie storylines for next season. Then we discuss the new queer-friendly Hallmark movie, The Christmas House. Alonso completes his final ‘Christmas Minute’ of the year AND reveals his ‘Top 5 Christmas Movies of the Year.’ And, to finish things off, we give our ‘Staff PIcks.’ Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Justin Kirkland. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 31 Dec 2021 | The End of 2021 Bonanza! | 00:54:09 | |
It’s the end of 2021! Which means that Maximum Film is releasing our year-end Top Ten lists. There isn’t a single unanimous film picked by all three hosts! Lots to discuss and debate in this one. Plus, we hand out our prestigious Maxie Awards, which recognizes excellence in filmmaking from the past year. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ Top Ten Lists: Drea – Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, C’mon C’mon, Petite Maman, Drive My Car, The Lost Daughter, The Mitchells vs. the Machines, Pig, The Power of the Dog, Spencer, Zola Alonso – 10. Swan Song, 9. Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, 8. Memoria, 7. Luca, 6. Petite Maman, 5. The Worst Person in the World, 4. Limbo, 3. West Side Story, 2. Parallel Mothers, 1. Licorice Pizza Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 03 Dec 2021 | Getting Groovy with ‘Last Night in Soho’ | 01:01:49 | |
YEAH BABY YEAH! We’re traveling back to the “Swinging Sixties” to talk about ‘Last Night in Soho.’ We also discuss the career of Edgar Wright and compare this film to the others in his oeuvre. We answer a question on our ‘Hotline’ regarding movies that made us uncomfortable while watching. We’ve got another edition of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Adam McKay discusses his break with Will Ferrell, there’s going to be a new ‘Magic Mike,’ and a lot of people are talking about ‘House of Gucci.’ Maximum Film is sponsored by Lumi Labs – use “MAXFILM” for 30% off anything on microdosegummies.com. Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas Movies Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 08 Mar 2024 | Episode 340: 'Dune' (1984) with Guy Branum | 01:02:14 | |
How much Dune is too much Dune? We're fixing to find out this March on Maximum Film! We're starting with the 1984 Lynch/Dino De Laurentiis space opera that was a theatrical flop, yet remains an enduring (cult?) classic. Then we'll pitch some outside-the-box auteur/book series pairings to fantasize about. What’s Good ITIDIC
Dune “Glossary” handed out in theaters in 1984 Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 24 Jan 2025 | Episode 386: One of Them Days | 01:03:22 | |
Did Keke crush it and SZA sizzle?! This is but one question on this week’s show. Another? Plus, “Drea, Alonso and Kevin bring on “Bring It On”” is a sentence that makes little to no sense. It will make more sense after you listen to the episode. Fine. They reveal the female buddy comedies that made each of them LOL. But literally made them laugh out loud. What’s Good Alonso - Electronic Frontier Foundation article Mad at Meta? Drea - Ayoh Dill Pickle Mayo Kevin - Beetle House ITIDIC Staff Picks Drea - Unstoppable Alonso - Presence Kevin - Captain America: Winter Soldier Mentioned in the episode Kyle MacLachlan NYT obit for David Lynch Dungeons & Dragons Twenty-Sided Tavern Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Sr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 17 Dec 2021 | 'Single All the Way' with Riley Silverman | 01:08:36 | |
Since we’re smack dab in the middle of the Christmas season, it’s time to get cozy, hang out with friends, and watch some Christmas movies. Which is exactly what we’re doing! We have our old pal on the show, comedian and writer for Troubled Waters, Riley Silverman. And she’s joining us to talk about the new queer Christmas movie, ‘Single All the Way.’ Plus, we have an important update on the upcoming Céline Dion-inspired film, ‘Aline.’ We answer a call on the ‘Hotline’ about non-Christmas movies we watch every year. We’ve got another installment of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Drea Clark hangs out with Nicolas Cage and Mike Leigh can’t even get funding from Netflix. Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas Movies Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Riley Silverman. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 07 Jun 2019 | 'Always Be My Maybe' with Atsuko Okatsu and Ify Nwadiwe | 01:06:33 | |
Always Be My Maybe
This week’s episode is ROMCASTIC! Ify Nwadiwe returns as guest host and we’ve ALSO got comedian slash actress slash host of Let's Go Atsuko!, Atsuko Okatsu, to talk Always Be My Maybe! Plus, the panel decides which Asian characters from the big screen they’d want--or not--in their friend posse. Will Short Round make the cut? ITIDIC In news, The Academy will award four honorary Oscars.. Netflix, Disney and other major entertainment companies threaten to take their business elsewhere in states that have passed laws to severely restrict reproductive rights. Audiences almost never got to see the orgy set to ‘Benny and the Jets’ in Rocketman. Staff Picks: Drea - Last Black Man in San Francisco Alonso - Can't Stop the Music Ify - Shin Godzilla Atsuko - Paddington 2 With Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, Ify Nwadiwe, Atsuko Okatsuka You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 18 Jun 2021 | In the Heights | 00:59:00 | |
On this week’s episode we are IN THE HEIGHTS! We tackle the new Lin-Manuel Miranda-penned film. We also chat about what makes a good movie musical. Plus, we answer a call from the hotline about the movies that truly surprised us. And, to finish things off, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Tyrese does not seem to grasp what is in the MCU, Vin Diesel cannot keep a secret, and Todd Solondz has a new Oedipal movie coming out. Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 10 Apr 2020 | 'Never Rarely Sometimes Always' with 'Call Your Girlfriend' Host Ann Friedman | 00:57:07 | |
This week we’re joined by one of the hosts of the wonderful podcast ‘Call Your Girlfriend’, writer and editor Ann Friedman. She joins us to discuss the Sundance hit, Never Rarely Sometimes Always, about a Pennsylvania teen having to travel to New York City with her cousin to get an abortion. The conversation that follows is truly engrossing and thoughtful. Two of the people on the podcast even get choked up talking about it. Plus, we reveal the films that affected us most during our Middle School Years for our ‘This Is Your Movie Life!’ segment. We recommend some readily available streaming classic films. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ Staff Picks: Ify – Maria Full of Grace With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Ann Friedman. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 10 May 2024 | Episode 349: 'Challengers' with Robert Abele | 01:02:46 | |
Luca Guadagnino’s latest film (and biggest to date) has been the talk of cinema circles since its release. Whether it’s causing a thirst for threesomes, a craving for churros, or a burning desire to pick up a racket, folks have been talking about it, and now we are too, with help from LAFCA President and critic Robert Abele! Then we’ll hear a lot more about Alonso’s forthcoming book, HOLLYWOOD PRIDE, out soon on May 14! What’s Good ITIDIC
Vin Diesel Street Sharks Demo (as referenced by Ify) Tennis player Andrea Petkovic’s review in The Guardian (referenced by Robert) ***Order a signed copy of Alonso’s book from Book Soup*** Staff Picks Get your Physical Media Sign for tapping! Art by Producer Marissa…tap at will! Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 22 Nov 2019 | 'Charlie’s Angels’ and Remaking Movies Correctly with Artemis Pebdani | 00:55:45 | |
The gang welcomes the hilarious and talented actress Artemis Pebdani (Scandal, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia) into the booth to discuss the new Charlie’s Angels. We talk about the movies that should be remade because they did not live up to their full potential. We have another installment of the “Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.” And, as always, staff picks. In news, Nicolas Cage will star in a movie about Nicolas Cage, John Travolta campaigns for an Oscar, and April Wolfe assures the movie-going public that PG-13 movies can be vicious too. Staff Picks: Ify - Charlie’s Angels (2000) Drea - Good Night, and Good Luck Alonso - All About Eve and Now, Voyager Artemis - Happiness With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Artemis Pebdani. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Call us on the "Who Shotline" - WSY-803-1664 Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 28 Mar 2025 | Episode #395: ‘Magazine Dreams’ with David Gborie | 01:10:20 | |
It's the end of the MaxFunDrive! Support this show directly (and any others on the network, if you wish!) at MaximumFun.org/join We're covering a movie that started out as a noteworthy Sundance debut from director Elijah Bynum, but later became noteable for much less fun reasons. While we attempt to separate art from artist -- in this case, star Jonathan Majors -- the film's intensity and dark subject matter don't make that a simple task. We've got writer and comedian David Gborie with us to assist. Then, we go through some of the non-horror movies that most freaked us out. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 14 Sep 2018 | Jennifer Garner's 'Peppermint' and Getting the Band Back Together | 00:52:11 | |
You heard right, the band is back together! This episode marks the return of our Switchblade Sister April Wolfe. And this week the crew is talking about the divisive (and pretty racist) new Jennifer Garner film Peppermint. Ricky discusses his feelings on Twin Peaks: The Return. April celebrates the the life of her beloved cat. And Alonso questions whether fall is arriving or not. Plus, the gang listens to messages from the "Who Shot-Line." This week's questions was, "Which actress, who has never fronted an action film, deserves to be an action hero?" And as always, 'Staff Picks.' In news, Candyman is coming, Olivia Munn is chastised, and Facebook apologoizes for taking down those nude Burt Reynolds photos. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Old Boy Alonso - Starting Over April - Let the Corpses Tan PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing The Predator. With April Wolfe, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 23 Sep 2022 | Episode 264: ‘Barbarian’ is [REDACTED] | 00:59:00 | |
A lot of the fun of BARBARIAN is in the suspense of not knowing what to expect. So let’s just say: there’s this house. There are people there. And if you want to know more, see the movie, then listen to this special trio-only episode of MaxFilm! (Or, you can listen to the first segment, then skip to the last segment). Later, we’ll play a round of ScareBnB. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks MasterClass With: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 13 Jan 2018 | Molly's Game with Louis Virtel | 00:53:45 | |
This week the Who Shot Ya? gang is joined by the one and only Louis Virtel to discuss the new Aaron Sorkin talk-a-thon, Molly's Game. The crew examines the type of character Jessica Chastain always seems to play and how this movie is WAY too long. They delve into some of their favorite gambling films. PLUS, they get a call from critic, Inkoo Kang, in a new segment called You're Wrong! Tune in to hear which opinions of Ricky, Alonso, and April from past episodes were actually wrong! In news, the Golden Globes say "Time's Up," Disney admits to darkening the skin of their extras on Aladdin, Kendrick Lamar is curating the soundtrack for The Black Panther, and Catherine Deneuve and 100 other french women denounce #MeToo. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Louis - Secrets & Lies April - Crank 2: High Voltage Alonso - Paddington 2 Ricky - The Game PLUS, we just put together two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! With Louis Virtel, Inkoo Kang, Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 11 Oct 2024 | Episode 371: "Joker: Folie à Deux" | 01:03:39 | |
Joker: Folie à Deux is the 2024 follow-up to 2019’s Joker. Directed again by Todd Phillips (of The Hangover fame originally), it stars Joaquin Phoenix (reprising the Oscar-winning role as Arthur Fleck), joined by musician-turned-actor Lady Gaga, playing the iconic comic book character Lee Quinzel aka Harley Quinn. All that and discussion of other musical moments in “none-musicals.” What’s Good: Alonso - Sally Field gets real. Drea - LA Voterguide 2024 Ify - Corn telethon to fight Project 2025 ITIDIC:
Staff Picks: Alonso - Terrifier 3 Drea - Casa Bonita Mi Amor Ify - Chicago (2002) Plugs! Purchase Corpses, Fools and MonstersThe History and Future of Transness in Cinema Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 06 Jan 2023 | Episode 279: 'The Whale' with Guy Branum | 00:58:29 | |
Long before THE WHALE was released, Drea texted our friend (comedian, movie star, and Mr. Prune) Guy Branum and asked him to join us for this episode whenever it happened. So today, we answer the question: What happens when a provocative filmmaker puts an excellent, straight actor in an elaborate fat suit and then films a stage play about it? Plus, everyone shares some 2023 New Movie Year Resolutions, and tells us who else they'd like to have a big-screen comeback. What's Good Staff Picks With: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 15 Dec 2017 | Monster Movies and The Shape of Water w/ Drea Clark | 00:49:53 | |
If you're seated in the first row, you will get wet. Because we're talking about The Shape of Water. Friend of the show Drea Clark joins the gang as they discuss monsters, sexy amphibian men, and Alonso's sinister alter ego - Alphonso Durante. The crew also plays a rousing game of F, Marry, Kill. And a WARNING to our listeners, they don't hold back. Plus, this is the second to last round of Stump Alonso; will he retain his throne? In news, Gizmodo releases the list of the most contrarian film critics, female directors are snubbedat the Golden Globes, someone watched Bee Movie 357 times last year, and Saudi Arabia lifts its ban on movie theaters. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore Alonso - Guillermo del Toro's The Devil's Backbone and My Happy Family Drea - Lady Bird Ricky - Nature Boy With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Drea Clark, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 24 May 2024 | Episode 351: 'I Saw the TV Glow' with Christian Dueñas | 01:12:06 | |
The latest (and second) film from director Jane Schoenbrun is a glimpse into the void, into the ‘90s, and into a whole lot more – it all depends on how you’re watching. We’re joined by MaxFilm producer (and now host of the new show, Primer), Christian Dueñas to see it all. Then, we have a fast and loose movie quiz about…Justice! What’s Good ITIDIC
#MaxFilmontheCroisette Staff Picks Subscribe to PRIMER, new from Maximum Fun! Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 01 Apr 2022 | Episode 239: 'Titane' Goes Bananas | 01:00:55 | |
Julia Ducournau’s horror thriller TITANE won the Palme d’Or at Cannes in 2021 and is now streaming on Hulu. It’s a movie that kinda defies description, but that’s never stopped us before! Plus, we’re nominate some of the Best Movie Cars for the Hall of Excellence. Vroom vroom!! What’s Good? ITIDIC Staff Picks: Vote for your Hall of Excellence winner on our Facebook page Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas Movies This episode is sponsored by Trade Coffee With: Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 12 Oct 2018 | 'A Star Is Born' and Louis Virtel Goes Gaga Over Jane Fonda Classic 'Barbarella' | 01:01:38 | |
A more perfect episode could not be cultivated for our guest Louis Virtel. We discuss the big hit of the fall A Star Is Born. As an added bonus, we go deep on something near and dear to the hearts of Alonso and Louis, the 50th anniversary of the release of Barbarella. Ever the Jane Fonda fan, Louis dives deep on the filmography of one of the greatest movie stars of all time. PLUS, Ricky elaborates on the oeuvre of The Wu-Tang Clan (AKA the "Wu-vre"). Alonso praises Taylor Swift. And Drea is amped on the new season of 'Dr. Who.' To finish out the episode, as always, we've got staff picks. In news, James Gunn gets a new gig, there's a really weird profile of Drew Barrymore on the Egyptair in-flight magazine, and Richard Dreyfuss has some ideas on how to make Jaws better. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Evil Dead 2 Alonso - Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? (TV Movie) Drea - The Oath Louis - Colette You can listen to Louis every week on Keep It. PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing First Man. With Louis Virtel, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 08 Jul 2022 | Episode 253: 'Good Luck to You, Leo Grande' with Beandrea July | 01:03:01 | |
It’s Ify’s 3rd anniversary as host! To celebrate, film and culture writer Beandrea July joins us to bask in the afterglow of a Sundance darling that dares to explore an older woman’s sexuality (but doesn’t stop there!). Then, inspired by (the theme of) lust, we quiz it up about the Seven So-Called Deadly Sins. What’s Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Beandrea July: “The Year Women Over 50 Reclaimed Their Right to Be Seen” Wesley Morris: "The Last Taboo”
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| 14 Feb 2025 | Episode 389: 'A Complete Unknown' with Enrique Chi | 01:09:07 | |
It's the latest star turn for former Ify Nwadiwe co-star Timothée Chalamet! We're joined by musician and educator Enrique Chi (of the appropriately-named band Making Movies) with us to share notes on the Bob Dylan origin story that isn't really an origin story at all. Then we'll have fun pitching our own ideas for musical biopics. What’s Good
“The Prince We Never Knew” (Sasha Weiss’s NYT article) Staff Picks Check out Enrique’s band, Making Movies Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 16 Jun 2018 | Stanning for Regina Hall, Reboots and Ocean's 8 with Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers of Las Culturistas | 01:04:14 | |
This episode is a hoot and a half! The gang is joined by Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers of the Las Culturistas podcast. The program starts very strong with Matt's obsessive "Zapruder-ing" of the A Star Is Born trailer. They then go over the newest heist film Ocean's 8. The room is very divided on this one with all of them returning to the question - "Is there a conflict in this entire movie?" Plus, many of the individuals on this podcast admit to a deep love for the much maligned Norbit. Also, we have a special segment with Drea Clark. She interviews director Bobby Miller about his new film, The Cleanse, with Anjelica Huston and Johnny Galecki. This is a wild episode and is required listening! In news, Eddie Murphy with play Rudy Ray Moore, Hereditary gets a D+ Cinemascore, and male movie critics outnumber female movie critics nearly 4 to 1. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Inside Man Bowen - Kung Fu Hustle Matt - Disobedience April - Starship Troopers Alonso - The New Age PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Incredibles 2 with Drea Clark With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Bowen Yang, Matt Rogers and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 11 Mar 2022 | Episode 236: ‘After Yang’ Is Existential Solar Punk | 01:04:08 | |
>_Reveal Memory Info: Sociologist and pop culture expert, Dr. Nancy Wang Yuen, is our guest today, as we unspool the many philosophical threads of AFTER YANG. Plus, a free-for-all movie quiz about One-Named Filmmakers (other than Kogonada)! What's Good : ITIDIC: Disney Not Putting Money Where Its Mouth Is re: Florida’s anti-gay legislation Renee Zelwegger Studied Law at UCLA During Her Hiatus From Movie stardom Staff Picks: Alonso: HESTER STREET Ify: THE BATMAN Nancy: DRIVE MY CAR
Read Nancy's piece about AFTER YANG in ELLE Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies *** With: Produced by Marissa Flaxbart Sr. Producer Laura Swisher Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 22 Jan 2021 | ‘Promising Young Woman’ with TCM Programmer Millie De Chirico | 00:59:23 | |
This week we are joined by the wonderful Millie De Chirico. If you don’t know her, you can see her work as a programmer for TCM Underground on Friday nights, and as a host of the ‘I Saw What You Did’ podcast. She joins us to talk about the widely discussed Promising Young Woman. There is a HUGE SPOILER WARNING for this episode. Just so you know we do discuss the ending of this film between 33:35 – 41:05. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies that we won’t accept any criticism of. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Armie Hammer drops out of Shotgun Wedding, a Willy Wonka prequel is in the works, and Russell Crowe scolds a young person. Please check out storyblocks.com/WHOSHOT And please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/join If you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotron Staff Picks: With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Millie De Chirico. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 12 Nov 2021 | ‘The Harder They Fall’ and Black Westerns with Filmmaker Jared Moshe | 01:12:55 | |
YEEHAW! It’s Western week ’round these parts! That’s why we’re discussing the new film ‘The Harder They Fall.’ And we are joined by a real scholar of the Western genre, the writer and director of such films as ‘The Ballad of Lefty Brown’ and ‘Dead Man’s Burden,’ Jared Moshe. Plus, we hear from our friend Jordan Crucchiola about her new Maximum Fun movie podcast, Feeling Seen. We’ve got another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Vin Diesel sort of extends an olive branch to The Rock, Patty Jenkins’ ‘Rogue Squadron’ is delayed indefinitely, and the Foo Fighters are making a movie. Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas Movies Staff Picks: This episode was edited by Christian Dueñas With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Jared Moshe. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 05 Jul 2024 | Episode 357: A Twisty Road to the 'Fancy Dance' | 01:00:49 | |
Director Erica Tremblay's narrative feature debut stars Lily Gladstone and Isobel Deroy-Olson as an aunt and niece on the Seneca-Cayuga rez. After a long search for distribution, it's finally found its home on AppleTV+. We'll tell you why you should look out for it, and then round out the aunt-ly experience with a movie quiz all about the Aunts of Cinema. What's Good ITIDIC
Staff Picks Look out for: Justin Simien’s BLACK HOLLYWOOD on MGM+ Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 31 May 2024 | Episode 352: 'Furiosa' with Maria Lewis | 01:08:53 | |
Our friend Maria Lewis joins us from Australia once again, this time to break down George Miller’s highly anticipated follow-up to FURY ROAD (that’s also a prequel to FURY ROAD). Then we answer a hotline call about “stereotypical” characters that don’t rub us the wrong way for some reason. What’s Good ITIDIC Guy Branum talking about Baron Harkonnen on FEELING SEEN Staff Picks Maria’s latest books: Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||
| 14 Feb 2020 | ‘Birds of Prey’ with ‘Shadow of the Batgirl’ Writer Sarah Kuhn | 00:55:31 | |
We have a truly FANTABULOUS episode this week. Joelle, Drea, and Alonso are joined by the “overly qualified guest” writer Sarah Kuhn (Shadow of the Batgirl, Heroine Complex) to discuss Birds of Prey. Sarah regails us with a very thoughtful examination of the Cassandra Cain character and discusses how she appreciates Cassandra’s representation in Birds of Prey. Plus, the crew discusses the Oscars as an institution. And, as always, staff picks. In news, a TV series about filmmaker Alice Guy is in the works and Rick Moranis comes out of retirement. Staff Picks: Alonso – It Happened on 5th Avenue Drea – Olympic Dreams Joelle – Who Killed Malcolm X? Sarah – The Farewell You can purchase Shadow of the Batgirl now! With Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, Joelle Monique, and Sarah Kuhn. Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, or Instagram With Produced by Marissa Flaxbart | |||