Living in Oblivion (1995) — The show must not go on

“The only place I’ve seen dwarves in dreams is in stupid movies like this! ‘Oh make it weird, put a dwarf in it!'” Justin’s rating: CUT! Justin’s review: Huzzah! Another Hollywood video about making movies in Hollywood! I share your utter lack of enthusiasm for this topic, but let us extend a modicum of grace […]

Surf Nazis Must Die (1987) — This ain’t no Surf Ninjas, sadly

“Taste some of Mama’s home cookin’, Adolf!” Justin’s rating: All the slow-mo surfing footage in the world Justin’s review: I want to let you know that it’s with the most extreme of reluctance that I venture back into Troma Studios’ domain. This obnoxious outfit taught me what trashy exploitation was before I knew that there […]

Episode #449: ‘The Drama’ with Ariel LeBeau

What’s the drama behind director Kristoffer Borgli’s new film, THE DRAMA? And, unlike Mary J. Blige, do we want said drama? We unpack all that with film critic Ariel LeBeau, and then talk about some movies that were secretly darker than advertised. What’s Good Alonso - Flossing first Drea - Artemis II Ariel - soft boiled eggs for breakfast (6m) Kevin - rediscovering Billy Joel ITIDIC

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What Are the Best Irish Movies?

Ireland is a country rich in culture, history, and natural beauty, and it has inspired countless filmmakers to tell stories set against its breathtaking backdrop.

When I studied abroad there in college, I found it to be such a welcoming place. And I did some of my best writing while sitting in pubs there. And met some of the best people.

From stirring dramas to charming comedies and…

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Was 1996 the Best Year for Comedy Movies?

Comedy is one of those genres I think is about to make a big comeback. We love these movies, and they provide an escape from the world that I think many of us need right now.

I was born in the '80s, so I feel like I grew up in a comedy heyday of the '90s. It was a decade that launched a ton of stars and some of the funniest movies of all time.

And when I go through all the years of the…

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Cruel Intentions (1999) — The anti-Clueless

“You’re just a toy, Sebastian. A little toy I like to play with.” Justin’s rating: It’s a bittersweet sin-phony Justin’s review: If Clueless is at one end of the ’90s “rich teen” romcom spectrum, all full of giddy charm and bubbly fantasy, then Cruel Intentions has to sit right at the other end in the shadows […]

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