Raising his stakes and his luridness considerably from dueling TV anchors, a housing crisis, and a maligned former Vice President, Adam McKay aims a comet at the entire planet ready to burn everything man, woman, child, Twitter handle, and political label to the ground. To both its credit and its eventual detriment, McKay’s Netflix entry sets out to push as many buttons as possible until one or more trigger the wrong responses to make one feel icky, offended, or, worse, seen.
Read MoreFor our 36th episode, 25YL film critics, dishonorable dads, and chivalrous school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan debate the layered refinement that was attempted by Ridley Scott and a big-time cast for The Last Duel. Who throws down the gauntlet in this podcast episode to defend the senior director's latest wannabe opus? Get your armor on, listen, and find out. It’s a good thing this episode was recorded before Ridley’s anti-MCU comments or a certain shill would explode.
Read Moreby Lewis Robinson
Escape Room, one of the newer death game movies to be released, is a fairly polarizing film. Critics and audiences seem to be divided. If you're considering watching it, here is a review of the movie's most important elements.
Read MoreWhy Money Heist is a top TV series in the world? it is due in part to its improvisational nature. The show is about three women in need of a cash injection. Christina Hendricks, Mae Whitman, and Retta from Parks and Recall have their unique characters, and they hatch a plan to steal cash from a local grocery store. The trio is thwarted by a serious gang who want the same payday.
Read MoreThough the nostalgic director has rightfully earned a carte blanche status from galactic success to make whatever he wants, it feels like Spielberg had not really challenged himself for the better part of the last two decades. Yet, here he is making his first musical with the energy of a man half or even a quarter of his age. Populated with fresh faces, sung with fiery voices, and varnished with spirited hues of toughness and beauty, his resulting West Side Story can win over the purists and cure those remake value worries. We (myself included) can put the memes away for this one.
Read MoreLike a swift arrow whizzing by your head, the Hawkeye series from Disney+ is already at its halfway point in three episodes. Earth’s Mightiest Critics” hosted by Ian Simmons are enjoying the character development and the balanced action. The feelings are quite positive. Enjoy the live “HawkTalk” Kicking the Seat YouTube roundtable for this third episode featuring the talents of Ian, myself, David Fowlie of Keeping it Reel, Mike Crowley of You’ll Probably Agree, Annie Banks of Chuck Load of Comics, and my Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast partner Will Johnson! Come check out the show!
Read Moreby Emma Wilson
Pure action movies have something to do with an increase in an adrenaline rush. Those punchy fight scenes, tensed shots, epic chasing sequences, and legendary explosions recreate the action genre and give the best of your watching experience. History has proved how directors ever since the bygone days have utilized and taken advantage of the action domain to present a power-packed and compact narration.
Read MoreThe opening of a new Marvel Cinematic Universe show on Disney+ brings out the re-assembled “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” hosted by Ian Simmons on his Kicking the Seat YouTube channel. It’s Christmastime and Marvel seeks to tie a few bow around the holiday with arrows and swords. Enjoy the live “HawkTalk” Kicking the Seat YouTube roundtable for the first two episodes featuring the expanded cast of Ian, myself, David Fowlie of Keeping it Reel, Mike Crowley of You’ll Probably Agree, Mark Krawczyk of Special Mark Productions, Annie Banks of Chuck Load of Comics, Elliott Serrano of the Shaken Not Heard: A James Bond Fancast!, and, last but not least, my Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast partner Will Johnson! Enjoy the show!
Read MoreFor our 35th episode, 25YL film critics, turkey-stuffed dads, and holiday-ready school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan wear black on this Black Friday to not only look snazzy, but to mourn the end of the Daniel Craig era of James Bond with an episode on the actor's run that ended with the long-delated No Time to Die. Fill your martini glasses and get tanked in-between football games with two guys you'd rather have at your Thanksgiving table that your racist uncle.
Read Moreby Kevin Gardner
The entertainment industry has a long history of making successful and popular romance movies. Whether they focus on the comedic aspects of a relationship or the drama, romances are an enduring genre that people simply can't get enough of. So, why is it that you feel compelled to see the newest film with your friends or rewatch a trusted favorite for the tenth time? Read on to find out.
Read Moreby Kevin Gardner
Movies can have a little wisdom to impart with the laughs or thrills. You may watch a movie to relax and escape reality but sometimes the movies you watch can have a long-term impact if you catch the underlying meaning within the story. Some of the best movies with hidden meanings are the ones that involve money. It’s not unusual to find films showcasing poor to rich themes or the spoiled rich kid learning money can’t buy happiness. From rags to riches, to overspending, and life lessons, money tips range from warnings, true happiness, and spending.
Read Moreby Kevin Gardner
With all of the easy-to-access streaming services that have popped up on our tv screens and computer screens in the last five years, it seems as though many have forgotten about movie theatres. However, there is still so much fun to be had at these spaces. Think about how much fun it was to wait in line at midnight for a movie premiere of your favorite series, or to sit in front of the gigantic screen with your box of popcorn anticipating the start of that film you have been so looking forward to seeing! There is nothing quite like the combination of buttered popcorn, a sugary soda, a cozy seat, and a good movie.
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