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Weekend Film Reviews

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Dune: Part 2
Mean Girls
Love Lies Bleeding
In Flames
About Dry Grasses
Eileen
Godzilla Minus One
The Zone Of Interest
Occupied City
The Beekeeper
The Settlers
The Breaking Ice
Tótem
Miller's Girl
How To Have Sex
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The Taste Of Things
Madame Web
Kung Fu Panda 4
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The best film reviewers in the business give you recommendations on what to see and what to skip each week.

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The latest film releases include Him, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Where to Land, and Happyend. Weighing in are Alonso Duralde and Dave White, film critics and co-hosts of the movie podcast Linoleum Knife.

The latest film releases include The Long Walk, The History of Sound, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, and Spinal Tap 2: The End Continues. Weighing in are Katie Walsh, film reviewer for the Tribune News Service and the Los Angeles Times, and Witney ... more

The latest film releases include The Conjuring: Last Rites, Preparation for the Next Life, Twinless, and The Threesome. Weighing in are Christy Lemire, film critic for RogerEbert.com and co-host of the YouTube channel Breakfast All Day, and Alison Wi... more

The latest film releases include Caught Stealing, The Roses, The Toxic Avenger, and A Little Prayer. Weighing in are William Bibbiani, film critic for The Wrap and co-host of the Critically Acclaimed Network podcast, and Katie Walsh, film reviewer fo... more

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Recent Guests

Monica Castillo
Freelance film critic and senior film programmer at the Jacob Burns Film Center
Episode: Weekend film reviews: ‘The Naked Gun,’ ‘Bad Guys 2,’ ‘Together’
William Bibbiani
Film critic for The Wrap and co-host of the Critically Acclaimed Network
The Wrap
Episode: Weekend film reviews: ‘The Naked Gun,’ ‘Bad Guys 2,’ ‘Together’
Amy Nicholson
Film critic for The Los Angeles Times and host of the podcast, Unspooled
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Weekend film reviews: ‘Ballerina,’ ‘Dangerous Animals,’ ‘The Life of Chuck’
Sean Edwards
Film critic for Fox Four News in Kansas City and co-founder of the African American Film Critics Association
Fox Four News
Episode: Latest ‘Mission Impossible’ not so accomplished, ‘Fountain of Youth’ sags
Jill Smaio
Chief Development Officer at KCRW
KCRW
Episode: Latest ‘Mission Impossible’ not so accomplished, ‘Fountain of Youth’ sags
Witney Seibold
Contributor to SlashFilm and co-host of the podcast Critically Acclaimed
SlashFilm
Episode: Weekend film reviews: ‘The Amateaur,’ ‘Drop,’ ‘Warfare’
Tim Grierson
Senior Film Critic for Screen International and author of the book This Is How You Make a Movie
Episode: Weekend film reviews: ‘Hard Truths,’ ‘Vermiglio,’ The Last Showgirl’
Shawn Edwards
Award-winning film critic and co-founder of the African American Film Critics Association
Fox TV in Kansas City
Episode: Weekend film reviews: ‘Mean Girls,’ ‘The Beekeeper,’ ‘The Settlers’
Alison Willmore
Film critic for New York Magazine and Vulture
New York Magazine and Vulture
Episode: Weekend film reviews: ‘Mean Girls,’ ‘The Beekeeper,’ ‘The Settlers’

Hosts

Madeleine Brand
Host renowned for her expertise in film reviews and her insightful commentary on cinema.
William Bibbiani
Film critic and host with insightful commentary on recent releases, providing a knowledgeable perspective on the film industry.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 223 ratings
  • A Mensch and a Scholar and a Sly Wit

    I don’t have any clever rants, trolls, snarcky witticisms to add to these comments. I just like Joe’s reviews and have read them for a long time. His reviews are thoughtful, often funny, insightful and, above all, humane. They shy away from the usual cinemato-speak of auteurs and genres. They remind me that humans watch movies to be entertained, not exploited, and that they can really add emotional dimensions to our lives. Even some schlock ones. But, whew! if your movie tries to exploit the goo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Poultry
    United States2 years ago
  • Dancing in the spotlight!

    Great reviews from one of the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @duendecallejero
    Mexico4 years ago
  • Joe, please, no spoilers!

    Every five or so reviews he spoils the ending of a film, which is extremely frustrating since it never seems necessary to deliver his message.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    nyfilmgoer
    United States5 years ago
  • Film Review

    Short, enjoyable and succinct.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Afl007
    Australia5 years ago
  • Fantastic.

    Fantastic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dozens
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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The reviews offer a refreshing break from typical 'cinema speak,' making them accessible and engaging.
Some critiques mention a tendency towards spoilers, causing frustration among a minority of listeners.
Overall, there's a strong recognition of the hosts' expertise and ability to make critiques that resonate with both casual and serious film viewers.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and humane film reviews, noting their thoughtful and often humorous nature.

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Weekend film reviews: ‘The Long Walk,’ ‘The History of Sound’
Q: Katie, what did you think of the performances?
Katie appreciates Paul Mescal's singing and praises both Mescal and O'Connor's performances, despite wishing for more emotional dynamism.
Weekend film reviews: ‘The Long Walk,’ ‘The History of Sound’
Q: Whitney, what do you think? Did it work for you?
Whitney acknowledges that while the film worked for him, he agrees that more could have been explored about the dystopian world.
Weekend film reviews: ‘Y2K,’ ‘The Return,’ ‘Get Away’
Q: Did you like it?
Yes, I think I'm pretty much in line also with Monica on this, the scenes with Ray Fiennes and Julia Binoche are incredible.
Weekend film reviews: ‘Y2K,’ ‘The Return,’ ‘Get Away’
Q: Katie, Y2K Panic, were you thrown back into that era?
Yes, I was 16 in 1999, and it speaks deeply to my sensibilities about music and fashion and culture.
Weekend film reviews: ‘Drive-Away Dolls,’ About 'Dry Grasses’
Q: Alonso, what did you think?
Alonso agrees with Dave and highlights how the film captures life's small moments beautifully.

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What is Weekend Film Reviews about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners can expect insightful and candid film discussions from seasoned critics who offer thorough reviews of both mainstream and independent films. Each episode showcases various recent releases, presenting lively critiques that often highlight themes of identity, emotion, and innovative storytelling within cinema. The reviewers explore everything from animated features to serious dramas, combining a mix of humor and thoughtfulness that resonates with film lovers.

What sets this podcast apart is its balanced approach, reviewing a wide range of genres while providing essential critiques that often reflect social and cultural issues in film. The critics not only share their recommendations but also engage in discussions about film-making ... more

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1. Monica Castillo
2. William Bibbiani
3. Amy Nicholson
4. Sean Edwards
5. Jill Smaio
6. Witney Seibold
7. Tim Grierson
8. Shawn Edwards

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