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Critically Acclaimed Network

William Bibbiani
Godzilla
Rebirth Of Mothra
Special Effects
Christmas Movies
Biollante
Godzilla Vs Mothra
Mothra
Heisei Era
Environmental Issues
1980s Filmmaking
Battra
Mechagodzilla
Destoroyah
Psychic Abilities
Corporate Espionage
Super X2
The Taste Of Things
Non-Traditional Christmas Movies
The Cosmos
American Fiction

Film critics William Bibbiani and Witney Seibold host a series of ongoing shows, featuring CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED (new movie reviews), THANK GODZILLA IT'S FRIDAY, CANCELED TOO SOON, WE'VE GOT MAIL, THE IRON LIST, and more!

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Bibbs and Witney are back and answering YOUR emails, about how to defend SINNERS against accusations that it's not a horror movie, the moral obligations of feature film adaptations, the best meta casting in history, and more! Plus, more of your favor... more

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Bibbs and Witney review the blockbuster horror sequel THE CONJURING: LAST RITES, the Stephen King adaptation THE LONG WALK, the comedy legacy sequel SPINAL TAP II, the dark comedy TWINLESS, and folk music queer romance THE HISTORY OF SOUND! Plus, we ... more

We're talking about what EDDINGTON really has to say about the COVID lockdown, why F1: THE MOVIE is different from Akira Kurosawa's SANJURO, the many fictional trans characters we love and care deeply about, the best songs by (sigh) Dev2.0, what woul... more

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Hosts

Witney Seibold
Film critic and commentator, co-host of various shows including the Critically Acclaimed Network and a contributor to SlashFilm.
William Bibbiani
Film critic and co-host known for his insightful analysis and critiques, also engages with audiences through various platforms.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 516 ratings
  • Bitter witney

    Go outside and play in the hay

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Frenziedgremlin
    Australia10 months ago
  • Extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to cinema

    These guys know their stuff. They do thorough analyses of each film and Critically Acclaimed is a great companion piece to Linoleum Knife and Breakfast All Day (my other two favorite movie podcasts). They also dedicate hours and hours of their time on their Patreon site and respond to their listeners in detail if you send them a letter. Excellent podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kruegs303
    United Statesa year ago
  • Critically Acclaimed should be critically acclaimed!

    Whit and Bibs are a lot of fun! They give great reviews of movies and provide interesting background on the movies they review. I really enjoy the Iron List episodes. Definitely check out this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natesgrate
    United Statesa year ago
  • good discussion, but disappointing moments

    I dropped in on a Minus One episode. I was surprised that some criticisms Bib had were somewhat changed because of moments he missed in the film. Many of these were not minor moments that could be missed if you blinked or looked away. These were important, like the final moment. He didn’t even remember it. This is disappointing because there are several points where this is the case. This gives the impression that he didn’t care to pay much attention, potentially because of biases he already had... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Alumson
    United Statesa year ago
  • Kind of Complainy

    They review movies full time and are sent screeners, yet complain a lot about not having enough time to see recent releases (especially William). Whitney with an e is pretty funny though.

    5 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Zaius' Henchman
    Canada2 years ago

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The chemistry between the hosts is highlighted as a significant draw, making the discussions both entertaining and informative.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' deep knowledge of film, often praising their thorough analyses and engaging discussions.
Some feedback indicates occasional dissatisfaction with the hosts' criticisms of mainstream films, but the hosts' humor typically mitigates this.
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We've Got Mail #184 | Whither Goest the Great Disney Villains?
Q: What is the single best piece of film criticism you've ever encountered?
The critics discussed various influences, including notable figures like Roger Ebert and modern critics, ultimately highlighting personal reflections on film and storytelling.
We've Got Mail #184 | Whither Goest the Great Disney Villains?
Q: What do you think about the portrayal of Disney villains in recent films?
Disney has been shying away from traditional villains and focusing on more relatable characters, often leading to a lack of clear antagonists in their stories.
We've Got Mail #180 | The P.O. Box Awakens! The Crimson Dynamo, Zines and More!
Q: Are there any seemingly ordinary movies that were very special to you or your loved ones that stand out to you because it spoke to your specific experiences at the time?
The hosts reflect on the impact of several movies in their lives, with William sharing that 'Million Dollar Arm' reignited his passion for being a critic and Witney mentioning a specific episode of 'Doctor Who' that inspired him during a tough time.
We've Got Mail #178 | What Are Our Favorite Pokemon?!
Q: What's your favorite Pokémon?
William's favorite Pokémon is Meowth, and Witney agrees saying Meowth is cool.
We've Got Mail #177 | Should We Make MORE Star Trek Podcasts?
Q: What do you think fits the bill in this alternate universe?
William and Witney suggest various actresses who might fit into the Fast and Furious universe, debating between candidates like Marina Baccarin and Eliza Dushku.

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