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Blade Runner 2049: On this week's episode Ricky, April, and Drea talk about the dystopian future of Blade Runner 2049. Drea discusses the problematic representation of women in the film. Plus, the crew has an in depth conversation on Harvey Weinstein and the greater culture of Hollywood. And April and Drea open up about the many hardships that most women face working in the film industry. In news, the gang talks about Tommy Lee Jones' problems with Jim Carrey, screenwriter James Ivory lamenting the lack of male nudity in Call Me By Your Name, and Gloria Steinem saving the Wonder Woman comic. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Drea - 1). Girl 27 2). Embers April - 1). Night of the Living Dead 2). Jane Alonso - Tamara Drewe Ricky - Gerald's Game With Drea Clark, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. by Maximum Film!

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Ep. 14: Bad Movies and The Disaster Artist with Elliott Kalan: Oh hai, everyone! In light of the release of The Disaster Artist, this week the gang is talking about bad movies. You know, the movies that are so terrible, but so enjoyable, to watch. And who better to have on the show than bad movie expert and host of The Flop House, Elliott Kalan. The crew discusses their thoughts on The Disaster Artist AND the original masterpiece, The Room. Plus, Elliott opens up about the true beauty of horrible cinema. And, as always, the gang tries their best to Stump Alonso! This time Elliott provides the question, and it is a doozy. by Maximum Film!

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Professor Marston and the Wonder Women: On this week's episode Ricky, April, and Alonso discuss the "radical normalcy" of Professor Marston and the Wonder Women. Director Marc Meyers calls in to talk about his movie My Friend Dahmer, in a new segment called "The Hot Seat." And, Alonso won't stop saying the name of director Yorgos Lanthimos. In news, John Oliver calls out the Academy's hypocrisy, women everywhere are coming forward with their own stories of sexual assault, and Jordan Peele makes a surprise visit to a college class. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - BPM Alonso - The Killing of a Sacred Deer Ricky - Spielberg With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. by Maximum Film!

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Trailer: Our debut episode of Who Shot Ya? drops this Friday! Make sure to subscribe! In the premiere episode, Ricky, Alonso, and April take a call from Jason Jones. He tells the panel how insane Canada's obsession with hockey is, why their skating rinks are so revered, and what hockey films he ranks as the 5 all-time best. In addition, the panel compares Goon to the new sequel, Goon: The Last of the Enforcers. This is just a little taste of what you'll hear when you tune in to Who Shot Ya? on Friday, September 8. by Maximum Film!

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Important news for Wham Bam Pow fans!: Some important news for Wham Bam Pow fans. Ricky Carmona is starting a brand new movie podcast called Who Shot Ya? Each week he'll be joined by critics Alonso Duralde (The Wrap) and April Wolfe (LA Weekly) for a fast, funny flight through film. Who Shot Ya? is news, reviews and in-depth insight, beamed directly into your ears every week. It's a movie podcast that isn't just a bunch of straight white dudes. If you're subscribed to Wham Bam Pow, you are already subscribed to Who Shot Ya? So take a listen to Maximum Fun's newest movie podcast, Who Shot Ya? dropping Friday, September 8th. by Maximum Film!

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Who Shot Ya? Episode 8: Halloween Spooktacular: This week's episode is all about Halloween. The Who Shot Ya? crew is joined by critic Inkoo Kang as they discuss all things scary, spooky, and ghoulish. Alonso talks about his habit of screaming in the movie theater. April shares her love for horror. Plus, the gang hears from The Big Sick's Emily Gordon to talk about the movie scene that scared her the most. And the crew tries their hand at guessing scary movie scores. by Maximum Film!

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Home Invasion Films, TV Shows That Turned Into Movies and 'Breaking In' with LaToya Ferguson by Maximum Film!

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Goon: Last of the Enforcers with Jason Jones: In the premiere episode of Who Shot Ya?, Ricky Carmona, Alonso Duralde (The Wrap), and April Wolfe (LA Weekly) take a call from former Daily Show correspondent Jason Jones, on set in Calgary taping season four of his TBS show The Detour. He tells the panel how insane Canada's obsession with hockey is, why their skating rinks cannot be bought, and what hockey films he ranks as the best that were ever made. In addition, the panel will compare Goon with the new sequel, Goon: The Last of the Enforcers. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Alonso - Marwencol April - Buster's Mal Heart Ricky - A Man Called Ove With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. Guest: Jason Jones can be found starring in The Detour. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. by Maximum Film!

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Ep 2: It: On this week's show, the panel tackles It and whether or not Pennywise is scary. Ricky Carmona and Alonso Duralde (The Wrap) are joined in-studio with indie producer and LA Film Fest programmer Drea Clark. April Wolfe calls in from Canada to tell us about her favorite films from the Toronto International Film Festival so far. And even though we're only in September, she's already got an Oscar prediction. Plus, Ricky, Alonso and Drea draft their favorite misfits from movies set in the1980s to each form a Loser's Club of their own. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Alonso - Strong Island Drea - How to Steal a Million Ricky - Dog Day Afternoon With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe and Ricky Carmona. Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher by Maximum Film!

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mother!: This week on Who Shot Ya?, Ricky, Alonso, and April talk about the divisive new horror film, mother!. The gang tackles the controversy surrounding the L.A. based movie theater Cinefamily. And, they celebrate the career of the late, great Harry Dean Stanton. Plus, the Who Shot Ya? crew discusses the new Halloween movie, Riz Ahmed's statement at the Emmys, and the Richard Dreyfuss twitter exchange with his son Ben. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Alonso - Brad's Status April - The Third Man Ricky - They Live With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. by Maximum Film!

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Suburbicon: This week Ricky, April, and Alonso have a lot to say about the new George Clooney movie, Suburbicon. The gang breaks down the allegations against Kevin Spacey and his history of sexual assault. Plus, November has begun and Alonso cannot contain his Christmas joy. So Ricky and April do their best to test him on his Christmas knowledge in a new segment called, Stump Alonso. In news, director Brett Ratner gets accused of sexual harassment and misconduct by 6 actresses, James Franco directs The Disaster Artist in character, Regal Cinema introduces "demand based pricing", director James Gunn tries to faciliate peace, and Tiffany Haddish wants everyone to wash their hands. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - Strange Weather Alonso - A Bad Mom's Christmas Ricky - Out of Sight With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and La by Maximum Film!

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WWII Movies and Darkest Hour with John Roderick: Hit the deck! Because the crew is talking about Darkest Hour. John Roderick joins the gang to discuss some of his favorite war movies and his upcoming MaxFun war movie podcast, Friendly Fire. Ricky accidentally creates an offshoot Maximum Fun network called Maximum Cuddle. April pours one out for the demise of LA Weekly. And Alonso is once again put to the test in Stump Alonso. In news, Rashida Jones speaks out about Pixar, fans of Zack Snyder petition, Tiffany Haddish and Barbra Streisand are friends, and Armie Hammer gets digitally "retouched". Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - The Disaster Artist Alonso - Miss Stevens Ricky - Gimme Danger With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. by Maximum Film!

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Kingsman: The Golden Circle with Josie Long and Shea Serrano: On this week's episode, April is out attending Fantastic Fest, but Ricky and Alonso hold it down with special guest comedian Josie Long and film festival programmer Drea Clark. The gang discusses the British spy film, Kingsman: The Golden Circle. Shea Serrano from The Ringer calls in to talk about fight scenes and his new article, "The Killings in the ‘Kingsman’ Church Scene, Ranked by Absurdity." Plus, Ricky, Alonso, and Drea make their cases for the most quintessentially British movie character of all time to the resident Brit, Josie Long. In news, the crew discusses celebrity fundraising efforts for Mexico City and Puerto Rico, the production of the four Avatar sequels, Canadian filmmaker, Shiraz Higgins, wanting to charge white men more at the box office, and Arnold Schwarzenegger dropping by a random gym in Leeds, UK. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Alonso - The Raid 2 Drea - The Protector and Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior J by Maximum Film!

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Year in Review with Inkoo Kang: The end of 2017 has arrived, and the Who Shot Ya? crew has some thoughts about it. The gang is joined by good friend/provocateur Inkoo Kang to discuss the movies that made the biggest impact on them. They discuss which films surprised them, which disappointed them, and which films best represented the year that was 2017. Plus, instead of a normal round of ITIDIC (Is this important? Do I care?) Ricky, Alonso, and April discuss the news stories they DIDN'T care about AND the ones they cared about...but no one else did. If you're looking for fantastic film recommendations, THIS is the episode to listen to because it is chock full of them. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - 200 Cigarettes Alonso - The Dead Ricky - Brawl In Cell Block 99 With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Inkoo Kang, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura S by Maximum Film!

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Thanksgiving!: It's turkey time, people. This week the gang is joined by film programmer and producer Drea Clark to talk about all things Thanksgiving. Ricky and the crew go over some of their favorite Thanksgiving moments in film, as well as what movies to see during the holiday weekend. Ricky calls out Thanksgiving movies for being way too white. Alonso delivers a passionate plea for cranberry sauce. April shares an embarrassing Thanksgiving memory featuring a crotchety aunt. And Drea gives us a peak into her "John Hughes" like adolescence. Plus, as always, everyone tries their best to Stump Alonso. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - Mudbound Alonso - Call Me By Your Name Ricky - The Breakfast Club Drea - Fruitvale Station With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Drea Clark, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us at whoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. by Maximum Film!

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Molly's Game with Louis Virtel: This week the Who Shot Ya? gang is joined by the one and only Louis Virtel to discuss the new Aaron Sorkin talk-a-thon, Molly's Game. The crew examines the type of character Jessica Chastain always seems to play and how this movie is WAY too long. They delve into some of their favorite gambling films. PLUS, they get a call from critic, Inkoo Kang, in a new segment called You're Wrong! Tune in to hear which opinions of Ricky, Alonso, and April from past episodes were actually wrong! In news, the Golden Globes say "Time's Up," Disney admits to darkening the skin of their extras on Aladdin, Kendrick Lamar is curating the soundtrack for The Black Panther, and Catherine Deneuve and 100 other french women denounce #MeToo. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Louis - Secrets & Lies April - Crank 2: High Voltage Alonso - Paddington 2 Ricky - The Game PLUS, we just put together two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check by Maximum Film!

54 min listen

Love Simon and Teen Romance in Movies with Grace Baldridge: This week we take a look at Love Simon, the film Alonso Duralde and special guest Grace Baldridge want you to see multiple times so studios will continue making coming of age teen films that feature gay romantic leads. Taking a page from the film’s anonymous correspondence between “Jacque” and “Blue”, each of our panelists write their own anonymous notes and we learn some FASCINATING truths. To wit, Neil was with Oprah Winfrey the night Michael Jackson died. Lars McPatchett used to eat butter out of a container with a spoon as a kid. Zippo lettered in three sports in high school, and two of Saint John’s greatest fears are escalators and horses. Think you can figure out who each panelist’s alias is? You’ll have to listen to find out. In news, the Chopping Mall remake won’t feature killer robots. The Justice League franchise is officially the lowest grossing DCEU film There’s a rare cut of Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining which con by Maximum Film!

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Monster Movies and The Shape of Water w/ Drea Clark: If you're seated in the first row, you will get wet. Because we're talking about The Shape of Water. Friend of the show Drea Clark joins the gang as they discuss monsters, sexy amphibian men, and Alonso's sinister alter ego - Alphonso Durante. The crew also plays a rousing game of F, Marry, Kill. And a WARNING to our listeners, they don't hold back. Plus, this is the second to last round of Stump Alonso; will he retain his throne? In news, Gizmodo releases the list of the most contrarian film critics, female directors are snubbedat the Golden Globes, someone watched Bee Movie 357 times last year, and Saudi Arabia lifts its ban on movie theaters. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore Alonso - Guillermo del Toro's The Devil's Backbone and My Happy Family Drea - Lady Bird Ricky - Nature Boy With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Drea Clark, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Wh by Maximum Film!

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Deadpool 2 and Adapting Movies Into Video Games with Freddie Wong: We've got fellow Max Funster, co-founder of RocketJump, director, and host of the Story Break podcast Freddie Wong on the program. He joins Ricky, April, and Drea to discuss everything Deadpool 2; the jokes, the violence, and the onslaught of cameos. April introduces the rest of the gang to the expression 'Tits to the glass.' Freddie warns Deadpool cosplayers that they might not be as funny as they think they are. PLUS, the crew takes a look at the beautiful tradition of adapting video games from popular movies. And they even try their hand at adapting a few themselves! In news, Michelle and Barack Obama get a "storytelling partnership" with Netflix, The Human Centipede director gets a new film, and Donald Glover asks "How can you not be pansexual in space?" Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Explorers Freddie - Mission: Impossible II April - The Tale and Not A Pretty Picture Drea - Swiss Army Man PLUS, we have t by Maximum Film!

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'Crazy Rich Asians' and Whitewashing Cinema with Jenny Yang: This is a feel good episode, ya'll! We've got comedian Jenny Yang on the program to talk about Crazy Rich Asians. She is uniquely qualified to discuss this film because she has seen it FIVE TIMES! This episode also signals the return of "The King of Christmas" - Alonso Duralde. He has traveled to the east coast and back to regale the crew of tales from his journey and his love for lobster. Ricky pours one out for the death of "Hiatus Ricky" as he goes back to work on Tosh.0. Plus, the gang goes over some of the most atrocious examples of whitewashing in movies - from Scarlett Johansson in Ghost in the Shell to Emma Stone in Aloha. And as always, we've got Staff Picks. In news, Michael Caine reveals the ending to Inception, Kevin Spacey's Billionaire Boys Club makes $618 in its opening weekend, Boots Riley has some thoughts on BlacKkKlansman, and Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder may be married. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky by Maximum Film!

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Dark Comedies, The Oscars, and Game Night with Inkoo Kang: This episode marks the return of the "Professional Contrarian" Inkoo Kang to talk about the new dark, action comedy Game Night. Before they get into the discussion of the film, the crew takes time to dissect this year's Oscars. They point out some of the sweeter moments (Greta Gerwig and Laura Dern, James Ivory's shirt) but all agree there's still work to be done. In discussing Game Night they break down the dark comedy genre and reveal some of their favorites. April professes her love for Todd Solondz, Inkoo sees "competent" as high praise, Alonso gives a shout to Pedro Almodovar, and Ricky inadvertently creates a mash up movie - 'One Flew Over the Vampire's Nest.' PLUS, the gang finishes up by copying Game Night and playing a round of CELEBRITY. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - Zoology Alonso - Prick Up Your Ears Inkoo - Oh Lucy! Ricky - The Gift PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the o by Maximum Film!

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Who Shot Ya? Episode 11: Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri: On this week's episode the gang is joined by friend-of-the-show, film critic Inkoo Kang, to discuss Martin McDonagh's new film Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri. Heads up: This episode features a provocative and heated debate about the film that pits April and Inkoo against Alonso and Ricky. Inkoo fills everyone in on the new Stephen Soderbergh "Choose Your Own Adventure" film, Mosaic. April challenges the Directors Guild of America to advocate for its female members. And of course, the holiday tradition continues with another installment of Stump Alonso. by Maximum Film!

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Episode 20 - Proud Mary with Ira Madison III: This week on Who Shot Ya?, Ira Madison III joins us in studio and shares his thoughts on where Proud Mary went wrong. Plus, the panel looks at some of their favorite female assassins, and they also create the definitive “12 Under 12” list, of the best actors who had yet to reach puberty when they delivered an outstanding performance. ITIDIC Tom Hardy helps homeless puppies Matt Damon promises to shush his mouth Retired actor Daniel Day Lewis enjoys watching Naked & Afraid A not at all unhinged pastor blastsThe Shape of Water Some dude has released a De-Feminised version of The Last Jedi The Definitive 12(ish) Under 12 List The baby from American Sniper The toddler from Superman Saoirse Ronan in Atonement Victoire Thivisol in Ponette Sunny Suljic in Killing of a Sacred Deer Noah Jupe and Millicent Simmonds of A Quiet Place Anaïs Reboux of Fat Girl Sean Nelson of Fresh Kirsten Dunst in Interview with a Vampire Pascal Lamorisse by Maximum Film!

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Movie Mothers, The Talent of Anna Faris, and 'Overboard': This week we're going Overboard! The crew discusses the new Anna Faris and Eugenio Derbez film and compares it to the problematic original. They celebrate the underappreciated career of Anna Faris. April bemoans the fact that there are so few good female characters written into comedies. And much to the dismay of Drea, Alonso dumps all over the original Overboard. Plus, the gang discusses some of their favorite mothers in movies - the good and the evil. And as always, we've got staff picks. In news, Bill and Ted 3 is actually happening, Ryan Murphy has the idea for a #MeToo TV show, and the royal wedding will be screened live in in theaters. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Wildcats Drea - Strictly Ballroom April - Revenge Alonso -The Blackwater Lightship PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Breaking In. With Alonso Dur by Maximum Film!

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Avengers: Infinity War: This is it! Infinity War has arrived - and the 'Who Shot Ya?' crew is ready. Drea Clark is on the program once again to discuss the biggest movie ever released, Avengers: Infinity War. They try to keep the SPOILERS to a minimum - while still taking time to ponder how Thanos' chin looks like a nutsack. They discuss how Marvel movies operate more like comic books than standard films. Plus, Ricky, Drea, April, and Alonso think up characters that they would add to the Avengers team from different film genres (Heads up, one of the genres is James Cameron movies). Plus, as always, we have our staff picks. In news, Mark Ruffalo accidentally spoiled Avengers: Infinity War, Steven Spielberg reveals how Robin Williams helped him get through shooting Schindler's List, and Tom Cruise jumped out of a plane 106 times. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Andre The Giant Drea - Colossal April - The 12th Man Alonso - RBG PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie So by Maximum Film!

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Incredibles 2, Pixar, and The State of Queer Cinema: This week we have a truly INCREDIBLE episode. Drea returns to discuss Pixar's Incredibles 2. Once again, things get very SEXY when Alonso reads Anthony Lane's controversial review of the film from the New Yorker. The crew compares and contrasts Incredibles 2 with other Pixar films. Drea chastises the gang for quoting her on a previous episode and not giving a proper citation. PLUS, Alonso educates everyone on the current state of queer cinema; what's bad, what's good, and what's the future. In news, Tiffany Haddish tries to get busy with Leonardo DiCaprio, something weird is going on with the Gotti audience reviews, and Natalie Portman wants to make a vegan cooking show. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Hulk Drea - Sin Nombre April - Eyes of Fire Alonso - Tag PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdo by Maximum Film!

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80s Nostalgia, Steven Spielberg, and Ready Player One with Dave Schilling: We got a great episode this week as Ricky, Alonso, and April welcome Birth.Movies.Death and Bleacher Report writer Dave Schilling to the program to discuss Ready Player One. The gang bemoans the overwhelming amount of 80s nostalgia that has taken over pop culture, and how this could be potentially dangerous. Dave stans for the underappreciated Karl Urban film Dredd. They also explore what pop culture world would populate their own personal Oasis. Hint: 'Murder, She Wrote' is a large part of April's virtual reality. Plus, Ricky, Alonso, and April take some time to discuss the MaxFunDrive, which is happening right now! If you'd like to donate to the network and support this show, please contribute at maximumfun.org/donate. In news, Daniel Day Lewis and Lesley Manville have a food fight, Helen Mirren campaigns for a stunt performer Oscar, Bill & Ted 3 is probably happening, and Jared Leto is hitchhiking across Amer by Maximum Film!

64 min listen

Video Game Movies, The Rock, and Rampage with Johnnie Jungleguts and Brady Jandreau: A MONSTROUSLY huge episode this week. Artist, writer, and podcaster Johnnie Jungleguts joins the gang to talk all about the new joint by The Rock, Rampage. They discuss video game movies and how they are frequently terrible. April reveals her secret admiration for the Super Mario Brothersmovie. And they ponder whether The Rock should learn to say no to some movie scripts. Plus, Brady Jandreau of the new film The Rider sits down with Drea Clark to discuss what it was like going from riding broncos to acting in front of the camera. In news, John Oliver buys Russell Crowe's jockstrap, WakandaCon comes to Chicago, and the gang remembers the life and work of director Miloš Forman. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Endless Alonso - Women Who Kill April - Mercury 13 Johnnie Jungleguts - Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the othe by Maximum Film!

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