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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 new World War II movie 'Pressure' tells the true, but not well known story of a British meteorologist who tries to predict the weather ahead of D-Day and warns Eisenhower of a pending storm. Does it add anything to the World War II film canon or ... more

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William Bibbiani
Film critic for The Wrap
The Wrap
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: 'Is God Is,' 'The Wizard of the Kremlin,' 'Decorado'
Witney Seibold
Senior writer at Slash Film
Slash Film
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: 'Is God Is,' 'The Wizard of the Kremlin,' 'Decorado'
Angelica Jade Bastién
Film Critic for New York Magazine
New York Magazine
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: 'Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D),' 'Sheep Detectives'
Alissa Wilkinson
Film Critic for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: 'Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D),' 'Sheep Detectives'
Shawn Edwards
Film Critic for Fox Foreign News in Kansas City and co-founder of the African American Film Critics Association
Fox Foreign News (Kansas City) / African American Film Critics Association
Episode: WEEKEND FILM REVIEWS: 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie', 'The Drama', 'Yes'
Christy Lemire
Film critic and co-host of Breakfast All Day
Breakfast All Day
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: 'Forbidden Fruits,' 'They Will Kill You'
Alonso Duralde
Film critic, Linoleum Knife co-host
Linoleum Knife
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: ‘Project Hail Mary,’ ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come'
Dave White
Film critic, Linoleum Knife co-host
Linoleum Knife
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: ‘Project Hail Mary,’ ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come'
Lenolium Knife
Co-host of Linoleum Knife
Linoleum Knife
Episode: Weekend Film Reviews: ‘Project Hail Mary,’ ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come'

Host

Madeleine Brand
Host of the show, delivering the segment and introducing guests; frequent presence in film reviews and weekend coverage

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 226 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 States3 years ago
  • Dancing in the spotlight!

    Great reviews from one of the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @duendecallejero
    Mexico5 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 States6 years ago
  • Film Review

    Short, enjoyable and succinct.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Afl007
    Australia6 years ago
  • Fantastic.

    Fantastic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dozens
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the quick, spoiler-light format and the mix of banter and critique.
Overall, the show is valued as a reliable weekly guide to what to see in theaters.
Some listeners note occasional spoilers or lengthy chit-chat as drawbacks.
Guests and hosts bring diverse perspectives from major outlets, enriching discussions.
Critics provide concise, thoughtful, and humane reviews with strong industry context.

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#149
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Apple Podcasts
#180
Mexico/TV & Film

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Weekend Film Reviews: 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2,' 'The Chronology of Water'
Q: Does shooting on 16 millimeter give it another kind of home movie dreamy feel?
Yes, it gives it a feeling of fragility and highlights the concept of memory throughout Lydia's life.
Weekend Film Reviews: 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2,' 'The Chronology of Water'
Q: How is Kristen Stewart's directorial debut here?
Kristen Stewart is quite assured as a director, creating a very abstract movie that explores complex themes of memory and trauma.
Weekend film reviews: 'Frankenstein,' 'Good Fortune'
Q: How is Del Toro's Frankenstein?
The critics praise it for its visual aesthetics and deeper emotional connections, especially through Jacob Elordi's character.
Weekend film reviews: 'Frankenstein,' 'Good Fortune'
Q: So what, I just go back to living in my car?
The discussion around the struggles of living paycheck to paycheck is a central theme of the film 'Good Fortune', particularly as it reflects economic anxiety.
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.

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

Weekly panel of film critics delivers concise recommendations on the latest releases, with a focus on craft, performance, and storytelling across a rotating slate of new titles. Episodes blend spoiler-free evaluation, comparisons to past work, and industry context, often including sponsor segments and practical viewing notes. The show stands out for its quick tempo, banter among seasoned critics, and the inclusion of voices from major film outlets, making it a strong resource for cinephiles, industry professionals, and casual moviegoers deciding what to see this week.

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1. FilmWeek
2. The Business
3. Press Play with Madeleine Brand
4. The Treatment
5. Filmspotting

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Weekend Film Reviews launched 21 years ago and published 668 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. William Bibbiani
2. Witney Seibold
3. Angelica Jade Bastién
4. Alissa Wilkinson
5. Shawn Edwards
6. Christy Lemire
7. Alonso Duralde
8. Dave White

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