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

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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...

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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

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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)

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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...

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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...

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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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Episode 562 |"The Naked Gun" and "Airplane" |...

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2025/08/10

Send us a text Episode 562 "The Naked Gun" and "Airplane" Director: David Zucker David Zucker talks about the new "The Naked Gun" movie, his thoughts, remakes, ageism in Hollywood, his current work, Impractical Jokers, his amazing filmography, writing, directing classics and so much more. He is one of the all time greats. Welcome, David Zucker #thenakedgun #nakedgun #airplane #topsecret #davidzucker #impracticaljokers #80smovies #leslienielsen #priscillapresley #liamneeson #comedy #80smov...

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Episode 561 | "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" | Actor...

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2025/08/04

Send us a text Episode 561 "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" and "The Haunting of Hill House" Actor Henry Thomas Henry stops by the podcast again to talk ET, Cloak an Dagger, Mike Flanagan, Comic Cons, the 80's, movies he feels are underrated in his filmography, The Life of Chuck and so much more. Welcome Back, the awesome- Henry Thomas www.mmcpodcast.com #henrythomas #ettheextraterrestrial #80smovies #cloakanddagger #mikeflanagan #genx #generationx #creepycon #terrificon #comicco...

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Episode 560 | "Untamed" | Actor: Ezra Franky (Lucy Cook)

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2025/07/25

Send us a text Episode 560 "Untamed" | Actor: Ezra Franky | (Lucy Cook) Ezra joins me to talk about her role in the number one show on Netflix, "Untamed". Lucy portrays Lucy Cook. The entire story is centered around Lucy's murder and solving the case and those responsible. We talk about her character, that epic scene and much, much more. Great guest! Welcome, Ezra Franky. #untamed #netflix #netflixseries #ericbana #actor #interview #podcast #netflixoriginal #crimedrama #crime...

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Episode 559 |"Dexter: Resurrection" | Actor: Ntare...

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2025/07/18

Send us a text Episode 559. "Dexter: Resurrection" Actor: Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine The great Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine joins me to talk about his early career, NEVER getting a voice over role (I couldn't believe it), not having another Blockbuster motion picture opportunity after Blood Diamond (also ridiculous), we talk Dexter: Resurrection and so much more. Ntare is one of the great actors working today. His iconic voice and out of this world ability make him a must watch in any rol...

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Episode 557 |"Karate Kid: Legends" | Actor: Mustafa...

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2025/07/12

Send us a text Episode 557 "Karate Kid: Legends" Actor: Mustafa Bulut Mustafa Bulut is an immensely talented actor, stuntman and so much more. We discuss his character, the very cool Buddha Stevens, his stunt work, movies he has worked on, Jackie Chan and so much more. Welcome the very cool, Mustafa Bulut #thekaratekid #karatekidlegends #cobrakaiseason6 #cobrakai #jackiechan #daniellarusso #ralphmacchio #cobrakaiedits #stuntman #actor #karate #mma #martialarts #karatekidmovie ...

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