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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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00:54:39

'Spider-Man: Far From Home' with Steve Hernandez

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2019/07/12

It's your friendly neighborhood movie podcast! This week the crew is talking about Spider-Man: Far From Home. They are joined by 'Views From the Vista' podcast host and comedian, Steve Hernandez. The gang discusses the Academy Award winning directors who have gone down hill. They get a very important call from April Wolfe. And, as always, staff picks. In news, The Big Lebowski spin-off, The Jesus Rolls, gets a distribution deal and Netflix cuts down its spending on risky ventures. Staff Picks:

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00:50:52

'Yesterday', Ify Gets Grilled, and Tween-Friendly...

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2019/07/05

This week marks Ify's first official episode as our host, and as an initiation to the show, Drea and Alonso GRILL him on his movie preferences. The gang is also joined by freelance writer and managing editor of Nerds of Color, Laura Sirikul, to discuss the new Beatles-amnesia-rom-com, Yesterday. They answer a question from the 'Who Shotline' about tween friendly queer films. And, as always, staff picks. In news, the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid gets an Ariel, Marianne

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01:01:47

'Toy Story 4' and The Making of a Great Summer Movie...

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2019/06/28

This week we are joined by film and TV critic Yolanda Machado to discuss the newest Pixar movie, Toy Story 4. The gang argues over the position of the film in their overall Pixar rankings. Plus, they deliberate on what makes a really good summer film. And, as always, staff picks. In news, Jill Soloway replaces Bryan Singer on the Red Sonja remake, Lena Waithe calls out black movie financiers, and Danny Boyle is concerned about feeling like an imposter for directing a movie with a female lead. Staff

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01:05:44

'Men in Black: International', Troubled Productions,...

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2019/06/21

You know what? We make this look good. Podcasting that is. Alonso and Drea are joined by the wonderful co-host of 'Everything's Coming Up Simpsons' - writer and comedian Julia Prescott. The three of them dissect the brand new film, Men In Black: International. They chat about the movies that received the "troubled production" reputation. Plus, they discuss their favorite/least favorite movie posters. And, as always, staff picks. In news, April Wolfe is writing the Black Christmas remake, an animated

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01:05:47

'Dark Phoenix' with Rachel Wenitsky and Kimberly Clark

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2019/06/14

Dark Phoenix This week, Alonso is asked to give the briefest synopsis of a movie to date. Can he sum up the plot of DARK PHOENIX in just one sentence? Listen to find out. In the host’s seat we’ve got comedian Kimberly Clark, and Rachel Wenitsky, head writer of the Story Pirates podcast, flew in from New York on the Maximum Fun private jet just to record this week’s show. Rachel Wenitsky, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde and Kimberly Clark There’s a heated discussion over which fizzy water

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01:06:33

'Always Be My Maybe' with Atsuko Okatsu and Ify Nwadiwe

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2019/06/07

Always Be My Maybe This week’s episode is ROMCASTIC! Ify Nwadiwe returns as guest host and we’ve ALSO got comedian slash actress slash host of Let's Go Atsuko!, Atsuko Okatsu, to talk Always Be My Maybe! Plus, the panel decides which Asian characters from the big screen they’d want--or not--in their friend posse. Will Short Round make the cut? ITIDIC In news, The Academy will award four honorary Oscars.. Netflix, Disney and other major entertainment companies threaten to take their business

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01:03:58

'Booksmart' with Guest Host Ellington Wells

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2019/05/31

Book Smart This week we’re joined by guest host Ellington Wells, a writer and comedian whose credits include The New Negroes and Adult Swim’s Lazor Wulf. The panel discuss the teen comedy Booksmart, and what distinguishes this film from others in the “one crazy night” genre. Kayla in Seattle called the Who Shot Line after seeing Captain Marvel, a movie that helped her shake off the idea of what women are supposed to be. She wondered if the panelists could point to any movies that helped them

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01:03:07

'John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum' and The Directors...

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2019/05/24

This week we have a brand new guest host, the wonderful comedian Dwayne Perkins. He joins Alonso and Drea to talk about the newest installment in the John Wick franchise, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. The gang does their best to estimate the number of people that John Wick killed throughout the film. Plus, they discuss the career of the universally beloved, Keanu Reeves. They answer a question from the "Who Shotline" that inquires about which directors they first fell in love with. And to

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00:55:09

'Pokémon Detective Pikachu' and the Difficulty of...

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2019/05/17

Gotta catch 'em all? More like, gotta listen to 'em all. The Who Shot Ya podcast episodes, that is. This week we have a very special guest host, comedian and actor Ify Nwadiwe. This self-proclaimed "Turbo Nerd" is the perfect person to discuss Pokémon Detective Pikachu with Alonso and Drea. They chat about why video games have such a tough time being adapted into films. Plus, they confess the movie recommendations they most regret. And, as always, staff picks. In news, the Avengers: Endgame editors

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00:54:43

'Long Shot' with Special Guest Host Brodie Reed and...

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2019/05/10

On this week's episode, please welcome to the hosting chair, special guest host, comedian Brodie Reed! This great man helps the crew dissect the new Charlize Theron/ Seth Rogen rom-com, Long Shot. They are also joined by TV writer Brendan Hay (Harvey Girls Forever, Dawn of the Croods, Robot Chicken). They discuss their favorite school movies. And, as always, staff picks. In news, Sonic the Hedgehog switches gears, Jackie Weaver tells Anjelica Huston "she can go fuck herself", director Joe

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01:00:51

'Avengers: Endgame' and Fond Farewells

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2019/05/03

In this episode, the gang says "auf wiedersehen" to two beloved powerhouses - The Avengers, and more importantly, our beloved host Ricky Carmona. But don't worry, this is a fond farewell, with Ricky bringing that Bustelo-fueled Carmona Energy. Plus, the gang answers several calls from the Who Shot Line. And, as always, staff picks. In news, RIP John Singleton, director Dee Rees sheds some light on "discrimanatory theater practices," and repertory theaters are worried about Fox's film library under

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01:05:50

Living That 'High Life' and The Stereotypical...

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2019/04/26

Robert Pattinson, "Fuck Boxes," and screaming babies - you gotta listen to our conversation about the Claire Denis sci-fi odyssey, High Life, to hear all of these topics covered. The crew is joined by the head writer of the new Comedy Central show The New Negroes, Kevin Avery. Plus, they discuss the stereotypical favorite films of millennial men. And, as always, staff picks. In news, a Wisconsin man saw Captain Marvel 116 times and Abigail Diseny calls CEO Bob Iger's salary insane. Staff Picks:

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00:59:21

The Gang Gets Buried in the 'Pet Sematary' and...

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2019/04/19

Much like being buried behind the 'Pet Sematary,' this podcast will bring you back to life! April, Alonso, and Drea discuss the latest Stephen King movie adaptation. They also try to tackle why there are so many horror remakes recently, and when it actually makes sense to remake a film. Plus, they answer a question from the Who Shotline - "What's your favorite movie with a tragic, yet happy, ending?" And, of course, we've got staff picks. In news, Keanu Reeves was sent to "movie jail," WGA members

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01:05:03

Golly! The Gang Discusses 'Shazam!' and The Movies of...

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2019/04/12

Shaaazaaam! The gang discusses the brand new entry into the DCU with special guest, author Brian Raftery. They dissect the portrayal of superheroes on screen, and discuss how there is little deviation from the stereotypical superhero body archetype. Plus, the crew talks about the movies of 1999 and Brian's new book, Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen. And, as always, we've got staff picks. In news, the producer for the Aretha Franklin documentary, Amazing Grace, did not get

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01:00:21

Does 'Dumbo' Fly? The Gang Discusses the New Tim...

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2019/04/05

Elephants flying? Well this podcast flies...because it's so entertaining! Drea and Alonso are joined by The JV Club host, writer and actor, Janet Varney. They discuss the new Tim Burton remake, Dumbo. Plus, in celebration of Janet's appearance on the show, the gang talks about the movies they loved the most as teenagers. And, as always, staff picks. In news, R.I.P. Agnes Varda, Joel Coen goes solo with his MacBeth adaptation, and the anti-abortion propaganda film Unplanned does well at the box

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01:11:30

I Got 4 on It! The Gang Discusses Jordan Peele's 'Us'...

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2019/03/29

It's a Max Fun Drive miracle! An episode released on a Thursday, Ricky's back at the helm, AND the gang's talking about one of the most hyped movies of the year - Us. There are gonna be SOME spoilers in this episode, but remember what April says "It's not what happens but how it happens that makes a movie worth watching." The crew also discusses their favorite big, dumb action films. And as always, staff picks. In news, R.I.P. Larry Cohen, Disney gets rid of the Fox 2000 division, and a high school

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01:09:27

A Monster Mash! The Gang Discusses 'A Girl Walks Home...

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2019/03/22

They did the mash. They did the "Monster Mash." You all requested an all female episode of 'Who Shot Ya?' centered around a conversation on monsters, and we delivered! April Wolfe takes over hosting duties and chats it up with our friend, Drea Clark, and 'Reading Glasses' host, Mallory O'Meara. The crew discusses the 2014 vampire western, A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night. Plus, they unearth all their favorite underappreciated monster movies. Mallory talks about her new book, The Lady from the Black

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01:06:15

'Captain Marvel' and the State of Marvel Movies

Maximum Film! ·

2019/03/15

Much like Nick Fury, the Who Shot Ya? crew is paging Captain Marvel. The gang discusses the newest entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, they ponder the current state of Marvel, what the future holds, and the gang's top three Marvel movies. And, as always, staff picks. In news, Felicity Huffman is caught in a huge college cheating scandal, Idris Elba is now Deadshot, and Julianne Moore gets fired. Staff Picks: Ricky - Studio 54 Alonso - Charade April - Life After Beth With Ricky

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01:01:03

'Greta' and Our Favorite Queer "Not Queer" Films with...

Maximum Film! ·

2019/03/08

A new episode to get obsessed with. But not as obsessed as Isabelle Huppert is with Chloë Grace Moretz in the movie, Greta. Which just happens to be the film that's discussed this week! The gang is joined by freelance writer and Citizen Dame podcast host Kristen Lopez. They are Ricky-less this episode so Alonso takes the reigns in elegant fashion. The gang also discusses their favorite queer "not queer" films. And as always, staff picks. In news, Steven Spielberg doesn't want Netflix films to be

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01:02:06

'High Flying Bird', Steven Soderbergh, and Our...

Maximum Film! ·

2019/03/01

This week the gang is joined by comedian Emily Fleming (Good Mythical Morning, @Midnight) to talk about Steven Soderbergh's latest movie, High Flying Bird. The crew breaks down last week's Academy Awards. Plus, they discuss the "movie world" in which they would most want to live. And to finish things off, as always, staff picks. Staff Picks: Ricky - Perfect Bid: The Contestant Who Knew Too Much Alonso - To Dust April - Slumber Party Massacre Emily - Abducted In Plain Sight With Emily Fleming, April

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