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Critically Acclaimed Network

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

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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Latest Episodes

Bibbs and Witney are back and answering YOUR letters and emails about Siskel and Ebert, UCLA Film School, ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER, and yes, even Heathcliff! The cat! Really It's a whole, cool thing!

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Bibbs and Witney love movie marathons, and they've each programmed an awesome all-nighter for Halloween 2025!

Welcome to THE ALL-NIGHTER, a new thing we're trying! William Bibbiani and Witney Seibold each concoct their own perfect all-night movie ma... more

Bibbs and Witney review Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited adaptation of FRANKENSTEIN, Scott Derrickson’s supernatural sequel BLACK PHONE 2, film critic Chris Stuckmann’s directorial debut SHELBY OAKS, Kathryn Bigelow's nuclear thriller A HOUSE OF DYN... more

The podcast where Bibbs and Witney track down and play retro movie and television tabletop games on the air is back! We got a lot of positive feedback about THIS AIN'T NO GAME, so we're keeping it around a while.

This time they go head to head in ST... more

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Recent Guests

Alonso Duralde
Film critic and author, known for his expertise on Christmas movies.
Episode: Alonso Duralde, Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas! | The Critically Acclaimed Interview
M. Lopes Da Silva
Published author and writer
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Episode: Canceled Too Soon #264 | Spicy City (1997) w/ M. Lopes Da Silva!
Chelsea Spirito
Producer and voiceover performer, known for her work in radio dramas
Episode: Canceled Too Soon #263 | The Oblongs (2001-2002) w/ Chelsea Spirito!

Hosts

William Bibbiani
Film critic known for his insightful analysis and engaging commentary on various media.
Witney Seibold
Film critic and commentator, recognized for his humor and depth when discussing films and media.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 517 ratings
  • Bitter witney

    Go outside and play in the hay

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Frenziedgremlin
    Australiaa year 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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This Ain't No Game #2 | Star Trek: The Golden Trivia Game (1985)
Q: What creature left red mottling on the bodies of its victims?
Salt vampire.
Alonso Duralde, Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas! | The Critically Acclaimed Interview
Q: What are your favorite Christmas movies?
Alonso lists favorites such as It's a Wonderful Life, Desk Set, and the 1970 musical version of Scrooge as reliable staples for him during the holiday season.
Alonso Duralde, Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas! | The Critically Acclaimed Interview
Q: Why do you like Christmas movies?
Alonso expresses his fascination with the ways filmmakers decide to use Christmas in their stories and how it relates to personal experiences and societal themes.
We've Got Mail #186 | Is Sinners a Horror Movie? (Yes!)
Q: What's a better way to defend Sinners as a horror movie?
A horror movie is more about killing you, and a thriller is more about barely staying alive.
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.

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Listeners are treated to a comprehensive exploration of film and television through the insights of two engaging hosts. Episodes often feature thorough reviews of both new releases and classic gems, with a strong emphasis on critical analysis and cultural commentary. The discussions span various genres, including horror, drama, and comedy, offering listeners a diverse range of perspectives that stimulate conversation about cinematic quality and storytelling. Beyond reviews, the hosts feature listener interactions, humorous anecdotes, and a rich discourse on themes such as representation and film history, making each episode both entertaining and educational for cinephiles.

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