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Monday Morning Critic

The Monday Morning Critic Podcast provides a captivating look into the film industry through thoughtful and well-researched interviews and critiques. Each episode includes comprehensive discussions with filmmakers, actors, and industry specialists, giving listeners a distinctive viewpoint on both the latest releases and timeless classics. Emphasizing both mainstream and independent cinema, the Monday Morning Critic Podcast serves as an invaluable resource for film lovers everywhere.

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Episode 580: "Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma and...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/11/18

Send us a text "Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma and Better Call Saul Ben Foster, Michael Mando and James Badge Dale. A very talented trio joins me to talk about their newest film, "King Ivory". Ben Foster (Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma, Lone Survivor), Michael Mando (Better Call Saul, Spiderman; Brand New Day) and James Badge Dale (The Departed, World War: Z) We discuss Ben's powerful and moving performances, Michael Mando's terrific performance in Better Call Saul and the unique...

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Episode 582 | Director: Ben Leonberg | "Good Boy"

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/11/18

Send us a text Episode 582 Ben Leonberg Director: Good Boy Director Ben Leonberg (and Indy) drop by to talk about the most unique and original film this year, "Good Boy". "Good Boy" is about a man that moves into a new home that has supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities start to threaten him, his brave dog comes to the rescue. Make no mistake, this is a horror movie but it is also most certainly about the beauty of dogs and unmatched loyalty. Ben and I talk abo...

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Episode 581 | "It: Welcome to Derry" | Mark MacRae

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2025/11/14

Send us a text Episode 581 "It: Welcome to Derry" Mark MacRae Mark joins me to talk his role in Episode 1 as the young father. Perhaps one of the most memorable opening scenes in recent memory, Mark talks about that scene, how long it took to shoot, whether his TV family is alive, if they are indeed human and so much more. Welcome, Mark MacRae! www.mmcpodcast.com #itwelcometoderry #horror #pennywise #stephenking #stephenkingbook...

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Episode 579 | Miles Ekhardt | "It: Welcome to Derry...

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2025/11/13

Send us a text Episode 579 Miles Ekhardt | "It: Welcome to Derry (Matty Clements) Miles joins me to talk all things "It" and his character Matty Clements. Episode 1 of "It: Welcome to Derry" might be one of the best pilot of a show in recent memory. A huge part of that pilot's success was Mile's portrayal of Matty Clements. Miles and I talk Matty, It, Derry, Pennywise, the amount of emotional pain Matty seems to be fighting, adults that cannot be trusted, Is Matty alive? Is Matty Pen...

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Episode 578 | Jack and Matilda Legault | "It: Welcome...

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2025/11/13

Send us a text Episode 578 Jack and Matilda Legault | "It: Welcome to Derry" | (Phil and Susie Malkin) Real life Brother and Sister Jack and Matilda join me to talk about their roles on screen as brother and sister Phil and Susie Malkin. We talk about so much including their roles, who is worse Marge or Pennywise, working with each other on screen and that horrifying last scene in Episode 1. Welcome the very cool, Jack and Matilda Legault. #itwelcometoderry #it #pennywis...

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Episode 577 | "It: Welcome to Derry" | Actor: Mikkal...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/11/03

Send us a text Episode 577 "It: Welcome to Derry" Actor: Mikkal Karim- Fidler Mikkal joins me to talk about his unbelievably memorable role as "Teddy Uris" We talk about the generational pain the Uris family has endured at the expense of Pennywise and "It". We break down that unforgettable and horrifying Lamp scene. We also discuss that theater scene in which is one of the most memorable scenes in a show-EVER. This was a fun interview. I really enjoyed speaking with Mikkal. Wel...

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Episode 576 | "It: Welcome to Derry" | Clara Stack...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/11/03

Send us a text Episode 576 "It: Welcome to Derry" | Clara Stack (Lily Bainbridge) Happy Halloween! Clara joins me to talk all things "It". Clara's performance thus far is about as good in a show as I have ever seen. We talk about Derry, the pain that her character goes through, the adults being as bad as the evil entity, me thinking this was going to be like the group of friends from "Stranger Things" (boy was I wrong!) Does Lily have the "Shine"? Not only is the entity evil,...

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Episode 575 | "TASK" | Composer: Dan Deacon

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/10/31

Send us a text Episode 575 TASK Composer: Dan Deacon (Apologies for the echo) Dan Deacon's TASK score is original, fresh and one of the most listenable scores in recent memory. We talk about the score, the story scenes and all things "TASK" Welcome, Dan Deacon #task #movie #Taskhbo #hbomax #markruffalo #interview #podcast #crimeshow #delco #music #composer #filmscore #moviescores #moviescore #fypシ #shorts #moviemusic #moviescenes Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Criti...

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16:38

Episode 574 | "Django Unchained, Donnie Brasco and...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/10/27

Send us a text Episode 574 Django Unchained, Donnie Brasco and Tulsa King Actor: James Russo. James Russo joins me for a rare interview to talk about "Tulsa King", his character QUIET Ray, his filmography which includes Django Unchained, Donnie Brasco, Beverly Hills Cop and so much more. James is immensely underrated. His performances are unique, always evolving and seem to fly under the radar. I really enjoyed this interview. Big fan of James Russo. #jamesrusso #tulsaking #don...

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Episode 573 | "Tulsa King" | Chris Caldovino, McKenna...

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2025/10/15

Send us a text Episode 573 "Tulsa King" Chris Caldovino, McKenna Quigley and Mike Walden Chris, McKenna and Mike join me talk "Tulsa King" and a bit about each of their characters. We discuss Sylvester Stallone, his impact, what they've learned and much more. Welcome Chris Caldovino, McKenna Quigley and Mike Walden #tulsaking #sylvesterstallone #paramountplus #sopranos #thesopranos #mafia #taylorsheridan #tulsa #paramount #interview #podcast #mobmovies #mobshow www.mmcpodcast.com ...

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Episode 572 | "The Last Frontier" | Dominic Cooper...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/10/10

Send us a text Episode 572 "The Last Frontier" Actors: Dominic Cooper and Hayley Bennett. You might know Dominic from "Preacher", and "Captain America" and Hayley from "Swallow" and "Girl on the Train" amongst other things. Dominic and Hayley join me to talk about their promising new show "The Last Frontier". We discuss that banger of a first episode, Con Air, that grand entrance, halloween costumes, Hannibal Lecter and biting two year olds. Welcome, Dominic Copper and Hayley Bennet...

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"Task" | Actor: Ben Lewis Doherty (Sam).

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2025/10/08

Send us a text Episode 571 "Task" Actor: Ben Lewis Doherty Ben portrays "Sam" in HBO's hit new show "Task". Simply put, Ben has been terrific. Ben and I talk about a multitude of things. We discuss acting in his first major role. We talk about being 10 years old and being in one of the best shows of the year. Ben and I breakdown how "Sam" truly is the light in a very dark show. We touch upon his rapport with Tom Pelphrey and Emilia Jones. We discuss Chickens, the heart of his characte...

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Episode 570 | "Revenge of the Nerds" | Actor: Robert...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/10/01

Send us a text Episode 570 "Revenge of the Nerds" Actor: Robert Carradine Robert joins me to talk about his new podcast "The Party Nerds Pop-Cast" We also dive into his filmography, talking about some of the more underrated entries. We conclude the interview with a deep dive of "Revenge of the Nerds" The topics we touch on are: 1. Why Revenge of the Nerds divides so many people (I believe its generational) 2. The fact that Siskel and Ebert loved it. 3. What seems to get lost is that th...

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Episode 569 | "Task" | Jamie McShane | (Perry Dorazo)

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/09/25

Send us a text Episode 569 "Task" Actor: Jamie McShane The immensely talented Jamie McShane joins me to talk about his career his role in 1923 (Marshall Kent), Wednesday (Sheriff Donovan Galpin), Sons of Anarchy (Cameron Hayes) and finally, his most current project "Task" as the absolutely frightening Perry Dorazo). Jamie is humble, kind and such a gifted actor. Task is arguably the best show on television right now and he's a big reason why. Welcome, Jamie McShane #task #hbom...

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Episode 568 | "The Senior" | Mike Flynt

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2025/09/23

Send us a text Episode 568 "The Senior" Mike Flynt At 59, Mike Flynt may be too old to be on a college football field, but not too old to feel the weight of unfinished business. After nearly four decades, he returns to his alma mater to take the hit that changed everything. Bruised, doubted, and nearly broken, he pushes for one more game, not for glory, but for the teammates he lost, the family he fractured, and the ending he still believes is possible. #mikeflynt #thesenior #angelstudio #f...

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Episode 567 | "Dexter" | Actor: Erik King | (James...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/09/19

Send us a text Episode 567 "Dexter" | Actor: Erik King | (James Doakes) Surprise! The supremely talented Erik King aka "James Doakes" aka "The Bay Harbor Butcher" 😉 ...Stops by to talk some Dexter! Erik rarely does interviews and to have him on was an honor and so freaking enjoyable. Erik and I talk Dexter, that cameo, the Bay Harbor Butcher, James Doakes, whether Doakes exit in Season 2 was too soon, what he misses most about Doakes, how Doakes has turned into possibly t...

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Episode 566 | "Caddyshack" | Actor: John Barmon |...

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2025/09/08

Send us a text Episode 566 "Caddyshack" | Actor: John Barmon | (Spaulding Smalls) Spaulding is here! John talks Spaulding, Caddyshack, Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, his iconic lines, the magic behind Spaulding Smalls and so much more! Welcome, John Barmon. #caddyshack #golf #80smovies #80s #rodneydangerfield #chevychase #billmurray #comedymovies #80scomedy #haroldramis #80scomedy #80smovie #golfer www.mmcpodcast.com Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday ...

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Episode 565 | "Peacemaker" | Actor: David Denman...

Monday Morning Critic ·

2025/09/03

Send us a text Episode 565 "Peacemaker" Actor: David Denman David joins me a second time to talk about fatherhood, the newest season of "Peacemaker" and his character Keith Smith. David talks about his amazing weight loss, playing a superhero in his 50's, working with John Cena, his relationship with James Gunn, what fans are in for, the first two episodes, The Quantum Unfolding Chamber and some fan questions from #reddit #peacemaker #peacemakerseason2&...

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Episode 564 |"Dexter: Resurrection" | David Zayas |...

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2025/08/27

Send us a text Episode 564 "Dexter: Resurrection" | David Zayas | (Angel Batista) David joins me to talk about the smash hit season of "Dexter: Resurrection". We cover a plethora of topics which include: 1. Is Batista starting to become unhinged? 2. That honest moment at the end of Episode 7 between Dexter and Batista. 3. Dexter really does like Batista and admires him. 4. Do Dexter fans like Batista? 5. David's background as a 15 year Police Officer. David is also married to the amazing,...

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Episode 563 | "Stranger Things" | Actor: Nikola...

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2025/08/15

Send us a text Episode 563 "Stranger Things" Actor: Nikola Djuricko | (Yuri Ismaylov) Stranger Things Talk begins here: 47:00 This is Nikola Djuricko's second podcast. His first was with Bert Kreischer #bertkreischer Nikola and I talk about so much. Acting, Serbia, his American Movie and Television influences, adapting to America #tbd and so much more. We end the interview (about 50 minutes) talking Stranger Things. We talk about Yuri's Redemption Arc, Why he...

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