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Maximum Film!

A movie podcast that isn"t just a bunch of straight white dudes. Comedian Kevin Avery is joined by film producer Drea Clark and film critic Alonso Duralde for a fast, funny, flight through film. Maximum Film! is news, reviews and in-depth insight, beamed directly into your ears every week.

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00:02:15

And The Winner Is...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/06/01

It was once called Who Shot Ya?...then it was called The Untitled Ify, Drea, & Alonso Project. But we have settled on a new name. And that is...Maximum Film! A big thank you to all the people who submitted to our naming contest. There were so many great submissions. And a special thank you to our four finalists - The Multiplex by Laura Darling, Intersectional Lens by Dan Wheeler, The Push In by Hannah Hinkel, and our winner Max Lupo with our new name Maximum Film!Check out our first episode as

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01:01:32

‘Army of the Dead’ with Lucé Tomlin-Brenner

Maximum Film! ·

2021/05/28

On this week’s episode, we discuss a different Zack Snyder film, Army of the Dead. For those counting, this is our second Zack Snyder movie in the year 2021. And joining us to dissect it is the Queen of Halloween, our good friend, and apparently the love of Ify’s life, Lucé Tomlin-Brenner. We also answer a question from our hotline about the depiction of gun violence in movies. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Timothée Chalamet is the new Wonka, Kevin Spacey has slithered his way

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01:00:13

‘The Mitchells vs. the Machines’ with Round...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/05/21

On today’s episode, we are talking about the phenomenal animated feature, The Mitchells vs. the Machines. And who better to chat about it than our guest, Simpsons writer and Round Springfield host Julia Prescott. Drea takes over hosting duties this week, which is why you might notice an uptick in “Charles Grodin-gushing” throughout the episode. We also answer a question from the ‘Hotline’ about the first movie we want to see in theaters when the pandemic is over. And, of course, we round things out

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01:23:14

'Space Jam' with Carl Tart

Maximum Film! ·

2021/05/14

IT’S MAXFUNDRIVE! To cap off the final day of the MaxFunDrive, we are introducing part two of our exclusive series, ‘The Ifechukwude Collection.’ This is a group of films curated by our very own Ify Nwadiwe. This week’s episode centers on the ultimate sports film, Space Jam. And to help us discuss this movie, we brought in “sports expert,” Carl Tart. With our esteemed guest, we dive right into the world of sports movies, athletes-turned-actors, and how Carl ended up being a Clippers fan. PLUS, we

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01:23:08

‘Pacific Rim’ with The Flop House’s Elliott Kalan

Maximum Film! ·

2021/05/07

IT’S MAXFUNDRIVE! To cap off the first week of the MaxFunDrive, we are introducing part one of our exclusive series, ‘The Ifechukwude Collection.’ This is a group of films curated by our very own Ify Nwadiwe. First up is a film that Ify has referred to as “perfect” on several occasions – 2013’s Pacific Rim. And to help us discuss this movie, we bring in “bad movie” expert and Kaiju know-it-all, The Flop House’s Elliott Kalan. With our esteemed guest, we dive right into the world of Kaiju, Mechas,

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01:06:22

‘Mortal Kombat’ with Nick Wiger

Maximum Film! ·

2021/04/30

An earth-shattering episode that will have you screaming “Mortal Kombat!!!” at the top of your lungs. We are joined by one of the hosts of How Did This Get Played? and the Doughboys podcast, Nick Wiger. We chat all about video game adaptations and how successful this iteration of Mortal Kombat is at making a compelling movie out of a video game. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Hotline’ about how we view actors because of past roles. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Justin Simien

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00:59:55

‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ and the Awful Wigs That...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/04/23

In advance of the Academy Awards this Sunday, we’re talking about Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, which was nominated for 5 Oscars including Best Actress for Viola Davis and Best Actor for Chadwick Boseman. We also answer a question from the ‘Hotline’ about the wigs and costumes that have taken us out of a movie. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Steven Soderbergh tries to make the Academy Awards “feel like a movie,” disgraced producer Scott Rudin “steps back” from all of his projects, and

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01:13:10

Steve McQueen’s Lovers Rock, Alex Wheatle, and...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/04/16

At the top of the show, we take some time to explain why we are changing our name from Who Shot Ya? to the temporary The Untitled Ify, Drea, & Alonso Project. You can read our full statement hereAfter we take care of that business, we do something we’ve never done before – talk about three separate movies in one episode! And there is no one better suited to talk about these movies than our guest. This week we are joined by the host of First Cut on YouTube, Robert Butler III. He is here to chat about

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01:03:40

‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ with Heather Anne Campbell

Maximum Film! ·

2021/04/09

We have a Kaiju-sized episode this week! We are joined by the wonderful Heather Anne Campbell (How Did This Get Played?) to discuss Godzilla vs. Kong. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about the best “revenge movies.” And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Jamie Kennedy kind of didn’t realize he was in an anti-abortion propaganda film, and James Cameron tries to recapture the magic of the original Avatar for its four upcoming sequels.Plus, we must ask a simple favor. Please

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00:57:16

Steve McQueen’s ‘Mangrove’ and ‘Red, White and Blue’

Maximum Film! ·

2021/04/02

This week we are diving into Steve McQueen’s Small Axe series on Amazon Prime by discussing two of the films; Mangrove and Red, White and Blue. We chose to pair these two films because they both explore police brutality in London’s West Indian community. Ify also reveals that he thought the Black, British filmmaker Steve McQueen was the same person as the white, American actor Steve McQueen, who died in 1980. But no one’s perfect. We also take a call from the “Who Shotline” asking us which other

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01:18:16

‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’ with Jordan Morris &...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/03/26

We simply have TOO much show to contain in one episode. We are joined by our old buddies Jordan Morris and Ricky Carmona to help us untangle the 4 hours long, Zack Snyder’s Justice League. The sole purpose of this entire episode is to finally lay to rest any talk about an impending “Snyder Cut,” once and for all. That’s why we spend the whole episode talking about this damn movie!Plus, we must ask a simple favor. Please tell us a story about why you support our show! What do you think about us? What

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01:00:15

‘Minari’ and Breaking Down the Oscar Nominations

Maximum Film! ·

2021/03/19

Inkoo Kang makes a stop on her “Minari World Tour” to talk to us about the Lee Isaac Chung film and her personal connection to it. We also break down all of the Oscar nominations. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about what movie we’d like to see on ‘Pop-Up Video.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’And, a simple favor, please tell us a story about why you support our show! What do you think about us? What do we mean to you? You can email us at memberstories@maximumfun.org or

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00:59:38

'Coming 2 America' with Dan Murrell

Maximum Film! ·

2021/03/12

Welcome 2 our Coming 2 America podcast! We are joined by the host of the All My Movies podcast, film critic Dan Murrell. He and the gang cover the phonetically similar sequel to Coming to America. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies with “found families.” And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, there’s lots of stuff going on with the Space Jam sequel and director Chloé Zhao is getting a lot of heat from China.And, a simple favor, please tell us a story about why

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00:57:41

‘Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar’ with ‘It’s Always...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/03/05

Much like the movie we’re discussing today, listening to this episode is like taking a tropical vacation. And to do so, we’re joined by the wonderful actress and writer Mary Elizabeth Ellis (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Santa Clarita Diet). The movie we dissect on the show is the delightfully kooky, Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar. Plus, the gang answers an email about their favorite Black romance movies. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Ta-Nehisi Coates is set to write a new

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00:59:18

‘Nomadland’ with Mpls-St.Paul Magazine Senior Writer...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/02/26

This episode will hit you like a fully equipped nomadic van! That’s because the gang is discussing Chloé Zhao’s latest, Nomadland. They are joined by one of Drea’s childhood friends, senior writer for Mpls-St. Paul magazine, Steve Marsh. He’s known Drea for so long that he even refers to her as “Andrea.” Weird. Steve also talks about how his brother is all over Tik-Tok. Alonso is excited about The Muppet Show streaming on Disney+. And Ify is officially the same age as when Jesus died. Plus, the gang

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00:55:41

'Judas and the Black Messiah' and Recasting 'My...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/02/19

Another fabulous episode for your earholes! This week we discuss the powerful Judas and the Black Messiah, which leads to a very passionate conversation about the Black Panthers. Plus, for the ‘Who Shotline,’ we do our best to recast a modern version of My Dinner with Andre. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Martin Scorsese is concerned about “content” and the autistic community is critical of Sia’s debut feature Music.Please check out storyblocks.com/WHOSHOTAnd please consider

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00:59:02

‘Malcolm & Marie’ and Macaroni & Cheese

Maximum Film! ·

2021/02/12

A LOT to discuss in this episode. First off, the gang dissects Sam Levinson’s new film, Malcolm & Marie. Ify points out the explicit reasons why this movie was written by a white man. Alonso gives some insight into the world of film criticism. And Drea celebrates the joy and beauty of macaroni and cheese. Plus, they answer a question from the Who Shotline about movie merchandise, which ends up being more embarrassingly revealing than one would think. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news,

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01:10:26

‘One Night in Miami’ with ‘Screen Drafts’ Co-Host...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/02/05

This week we are joined by friend-of-the-show and co-host of the wonderful Screen Drafts podcast, Clay Keller. He joins us to talk about Regina King’s directorial debut, One Night in Miami. Drea and Alonso give us an in-depth examination of this year’s virtual Sundance Film Festival. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, RIP Cicely Tyson and the Golden Globe nominations.Please check out storyblocks.com/WHOSHOTAnd please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a

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01:01:53

'Another Round’ with ‘The Greatest Generation’ Host...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/01/29

This week we are so lucky to be joined by one of the hosts of the phenomenal Maximum Fun podcast The Greatest Generation, Benjamin Harrison. He is here to “drink up” and discuss the Mads Mikkelsen drunk fest Another Round. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies with a great sense of place. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Pixar’s Soul is voiced by white actors for the international release, Keira Knightley will no longer shoot sex scenes directed by men, and

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00:59:23

‘Promising Young Woman’ with TCM Programmer Millie De...

Maximum Film! ·

2021/01/22

This week we are joined by the wonderful Millie De Chirico. If you don’t know her, you can see her work as a programmer for TCM Underground on Friday nights, and as a host of the ‘I Saw What You Did’ podcast. She joins us to talk about the widely discussed Promising Young Woman. There is a HUGE SPOILER WARNING for this episode. Just so you know we do discuss the ending of this film between 33:35 – 41:05. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies that we won’t accept any

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