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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!

52 min listen

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!

47 min listen

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!

45 min listen

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!

54 min listen

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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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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Cloud Atlas and Our Favorite Films that Other People Hate: We're doing things a little differently this week. Instead of seeing a movie in theaters, we let Ricky pick one. And to the chagrin of many, he chose the Wachowski's three hour long epic, Cloud Atlas. After first complaining about the length, Alonso and April then discuss the merits and aspirations of the polarizing film. And don't worry, they do talk about all the prosthetics and makeup (there are A LOT of fake noses in this movie). Dovetailing with that conversation, the gang discusses the movies they love...but everyone else hates. You may be surprised by the terrible movies these professional film critics like! You'll never guess who likes Dragonball Evolution. In news, Helen Mirren is sad about Star Wars, Richard Roeper buys Twitter followers, LilRel Howery gets an invite to the Oscars, and work has begun on a Passion of the Christ sequel. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - Slaughterhouse-Five Alonso - Scream 3 Ricky - by Maximum Film!

51 min listen

Fashion in Film and Phantom Thread with Drea Clark: Strike a pose, people. We're talking fashion in film and Daniel Day-Lewis' "final" performance in, Phantom Thread. Regular contributor and friend of the show, Drea Clark, joins the crew as they discuss their personal movie fashion icons. One of April's is Woody Harrelson from White Men Can't Jump, obviously. The gang also plays the Sundance game; Alonso names 3 real Sundance movies and 1 fake title and each person guesses which one is the fake. Hint: Color of a Brisk and Leaping Day is actually a real movie. In this episode you can also hear Alonso quote the Diana Ross film Mahogany when he tells everyone to "Flash that baby grand you call a smile!" Check it out now! In news, The Oscar nominations have been announced, Tom Hardy's rap album is leaked, and Hispanic actors want to protest the Oscars. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Drea - Battle of the Sexes April - Wendy and Lucy Alonso - Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives Ricky 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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The Predator and Other Problematic Films with Oliver Wang: We've got Ricky, April and Alonso in the studio this week, along with special guest Oliver Wang. Like Ricky, Oliver is a fellow DJ, and he also hosts the brilliant music podcast Heat Rocks on Maximum Fun, alongside friend of the show Morgan Rhodes. April tells us about her feminist ghost hunting pilot; Alonso's excited about the BBQ chicken tenders at McDonald's; Oliver is stoked to be a guest for the first time on WSY and Ricky's reminded of his childhood after watching the Canelo fight and going to a party where Los Angeles Plays Itself played in the background. Plus, music scholar Oliver Wang outs himself as an unabashed Predator fan, who's seen every single Predator movie. Will he be one of the few (only?!) fans of this franchise that doesn't pan the film? Find out. In the news, Gael Garcia Bernal wants to know why there aren't more US-born LatinX directors, Yacht Captain Dennis Davers breaks his silence about what he think by Maximum Film!

58 min listen

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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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!

56 min listen

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!

50 min listen

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!

45 min listen

Kids Movies, Ava DuVernay, and A Wrinkle in Time with Drea Clark, Katie Walsh, and Maggie Mackay: We've got a very special episode this week as Alonso Duralde takes over hosting duties. He's joined by film critic for Tribune News Service and the LA Times, Katie Walsh, Vidiots Executive Director/Board Chair, Maggie Mackay, and our dear friend, producer and film festival programmer, Drea Clark. They break down the much discussed A Wrinkle in Time. They address the blowback the film has received, what they really liked about it, and the revolutionary nature of having a protagonist that is a woman of color. They also discuss kids movies in general and some of their favorites. In fact, a fight nearly breaks out over whether The NeverEnding Story is actually a good movie. PLUS, April Wolfe calls in from South by Southwest to give everyone an update. In news, psychologist Jordan Peterson hates Frozen, Tommy Wiseau auditions for The Joker, production companies start adopting inclusion riders, by Maximum Film!

58 min listen

Winchester, Helen Mirren, and Haunted House Hunters: Things are getting spooky this week as the gang discusses the new Helen Mirren haunted house joint, Winchester. The three hosts all had VERY different theater going experiences; some good, some bad. Alonso stans for the limited time McDonald's burger, the Grand Mac. April recommends a book of poetry. And Ricky gets some Helen Mirren movie recs so he can better praise his "Dame piece." Plus, the crew tries out a new show - "Haunted House Hunters" where Alonso and April pitch haunted houses to the prospective buyer Ricky. Which house of the damned will he choose? In news, Uma Thurman was pressured into driving a stunt car, Guillermo Del Toro is accused of plagiarism, and Jordan Peele was offered the part of 'Poop Emoji.' Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - The Changling and Robyn Schiff's Revolver Alonso - Happy Hour Ricky - Bram Stoker's Dracula PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for by Maximum Film!

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Thor: Ragnarok 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!

52 min listen

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!

55 min listen

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!

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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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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!

68 min listen

50 Shades Freed & Sex in Cinema with Drea Clark: Turn on the air conditioning because it's getting hot in here! The gang is joined, once again, by "kid sister" Drea Clark to talk about 50 Shades Freed. They talk the good, the bad, and the boring of the film. Drea dreams of getting a quote on the 50 Shades Freed DVD cover, April cites some issues that a gynecologist would have with the film, and Alonso points out the enjoyment of watching it as "luxury porn." PLUS the crew has an in depth conversation about the use of sex in cinema. Ricky has some great suggestions because he sure did his homework. Light some candles and turn the lights down low, because you're gonna wanna to set the mood to listen to this episode. In news, Christopher Nolan's kids won't stop calling him "Woodcock", Ava Duvernay and Mayor Eric Garcetti launch an LA diversity initiative, Doug Jones (The Shape of Water) doesn't love that they made a "Fish Man" dildo, and working with Jim Carrey caused makeup artist Kazuhi 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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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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Home Invasion Films, TV Shows That Turned Into Movies and 'Breaking In' with LaToya Ferguson 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

Star Wars: The Last Jedi with Andy Richter and Jen Yamato: HO HO HO! Tis the season for a new Star Wars movie! This week the gang is joined by LA Times' Jen Yamato to talk Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The crew covers an array of topics; diversity in casting, Kylo Ren, the force, and of course...Porgs! Plus, it's a very special final installment of Stump Alonso with the one and only Andy Richter calling in to try his best at toppling King Christmas himself. Will he finally stump El Rey De Navidad? Stay tuned! In news, Mira Sorvino is blacklisted, Paul Thomas Anderson uses his friends Netflix account, WGA West is not on board with Disney's purchase of 20th Century, and Gary Oldman smokes a lot of cigars. Weekly Movie Recommendations: April - Morvern Callar Alonso - Desk Set Jen - Nathan For You Season 4 Finale - Finding Frances Ricky - Score: A Film Music Documentary With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Andy Richter, Jen Yamato, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot by Maximum Film!

50 min listen

Skyscraper, The Rock, and a Commemoration of Poetic Justice with Morgan Rhodes: We are Alonso-less this week! But no fear, we more than make up for it with our stellar array of guests. We've got the return of Drea "The Dope Rhyme Slaya" Clark. Plus, a first time guest, music supervisor and Heat Rocks host, Morgan Rhodes. The crew is discussing the new Rock film Skyscraper. Several parallels are made between this new "building related action film" and Die Hard. They evaluate the career and acting capabilities of The Rock himself. Plus, Morgan commemorates Poetic Justice on the 25th anniversary of its release. And as always, staff picks. Make sure to listen closely, because the "El Mero-Mero de Navidad" may make a cameo in this episode. In news, a lost Stanley Kubrick script is found, Jude Law addresses Dumbledore's sexuality, and Bruce Willis says Die Hard is NOT a Christmas movie. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Die Hard with a Vengeance April - Innocence Morgan - 1). Paris Blues by Maximum Film!

66 min listen

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