Why Watch That Radio
744 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsWhy Watch That Radio is a podcast featuring the Critic and the Referee who go head-to-head on a quest to find the best movies and TV shows that Hollywood has to offer!
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Sneak Peek: Wonderstruck
October 19, 2017 18:30 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBIn theaters October 20, 2017 Wonderstruck Ben and Rose are children from two different eras who secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known, while Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook. When Ben discovers a puzzling clue in his home and Rose reads an enticing headline in the newspaper, both children set out on quests that unfold with mesmerizing symmetry. Starring: Oakes Fegley, Julianne Moore, Michelle Willi...
Sneak Peek: BPM (Beats Per Minute)
October 19, 2017 14:30 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MB(Limited Release) In theaters October 20, 2017 BPM (Beats Per Minute) Early 1990s. With AIDS having already claimed countless lives for nearly ten years, Act Up-Paris activists multiply actions to fight general indifference. Nathan (Arnaud Valois), a newcomer to the group, has his world shaken up by Sean (Nahuel Pérez Biscayart), a radical militant. Starring:Nahuel Pérez Biscayart, Arnaud Valois, Adèle Haenel, Antoine Reinartz Directed by: Robin Campillo Produced by: Hugues Charbonneau,...
The Why Watch That Talk: The Best of Summer TV – Part 1
October 17, 2017 14:30 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBThe summer may be over, but before we jump into our fall TV reviews, we thought we'd revisit the TV shows which rounded out our 2017 summer season. In this first part of a two-part discussion, the Critic and the Referee talk about summer shows that were well worth watching and others that fell just short of the mark. Sit back, relax and revisit the best of summer TV right here with Why Watch That! Game of Thrones (penultimate season; Season 7, HBO) George R.R. Martin's best-sellin...
Sneak Peek: The Meyerowitz Stories
October 11, 2017 13:08 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBOn Netflix October 13, 2017 The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) is the emotional, and comic intergenerational tale of adult siblings (Adam Sandler, Ben Stiller, and Elizabeth Marvel) contending with the long shadow their strong-willed father (Dustin Hoffman) has cast over their lives. Starring: Adam Sandler, Ben Stiller, Dustin Hoffman, Emma Thompson, Elizabeth Marvel Directed by: Noah Baumbach Produced by: Eli Bush, Noah Baumbach, Scott Rudin, Lila Yacoub Written by: Noah Baumbac...
Sneak Peek: Breathe
October 11, 2017 13:04 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBIn Select Theaters October 13 Breathe is an inspiring true love story between Robin and Diana Cavendish (Academy Award® nominee Andrew Garfield, Golden Globe® winner Claire Foy), an adventurous couple who refuse to give up in the face of a devastating disease. When Robin is struck down by polio at the age of 28, he is confined to a hospital bed and given only a few months to live. With the help of Diana's twin brothers (Tom Hollander) and the groundbreaking ideas of inventor Teddy Hall (Hug...
Why Watch That Insider: New York Film Festival 2017
October 10, 2017 18:21 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MBThe 55th New York Film Festival took place September 28th and will run through – October 15th, 2017 at the Film Society of Lincoln Center and Why Watch That was there to cover it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sneak Peek: Walking Out
October 05, 2017 14:58 - 8 minutes - 12 MBIn theaters Friday, October 6, 2017 An estranged father and son are forced to rely on one another to survive an unforgiving wilderness in this riveting, richly emotional thriller. Once a year, fourteen-year-old David (Josh Wiggins) travels from his mother’s home in Texas to visit his loner father, Cal (Matt Bomer), in the remote mountains of Montana. There, the two embark on their annual hunting excursion, during which the taciturn Cal attempts to connect with his smartphone-addicted son. B...
Sneak Peek: The Mountain Between Us
October 04, 2017 13:07 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBIn theaters October 6, 2017 After the cancellation of their flight due to stormy weather, Dr. Ben Bass (Idris Elba) and photojournalist Alex Martin (Kate Winslet) board a charter plane. The plane crashes midflight and they survive the incident with injuries, but get lost in the wilderness. Stranded, the two strangers must forge a connection to survive the extreme elements of a remote snow covered mountain. When they realize help is not coming, they embark on a perilous journey across hundre...
Sneak Peek: The Florida Project
October 04, 2017 13:07 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBIn theaters October 6, 2017 Set over one summer, the film follows precocious 6-year-old Moonee as she courts mischief and adventure with her ragtag playmates and bonds with her rebellious but caring mother, all while living in the shadows of Disney World. Starring: Willem Dafoe, Brooklynn Kimberly Prince, Bria Vinaite, Valeria Cotto, Christopher Rivera, Caleb Landry Jones Written by: Sean Baker, Chris Bergoch Directed by: Sean Baker Produced by: Sean Baker, Chris Bergoch, Kevin Chinoy, ...
Sneak Peek: Literally, Right Before Aaron
September 29, 2017 01:08 - 5 minutes - 7.54 MBStill reeling from his break-up with college sweetheart Allison (Cobie Smulders), Adam (Justin Long) is devastated when she announces her plan to marry to a man she’s only known for a year. What’s worse is that Adam is invited to the wedding. When he returns home for the festivities, which for him include a nightmarish rehearsal dinner and a bizarre wedding date (with a scene-stealing Kristen Schaal), Adam is forced to grapple with his unresolved feelings, ghosts from his past, and an uncert...
Sneak Peek: American Made
September 28, 2017 23:43 - 8 minutes - 12 MBThe plot focuses on Barry Seal, a pilot for commercial airline TWA. A CIA agent, Monty Schafer, contacts him and asks him to fly clandestine reconnaissance missions for the CIA over South America using a small plane with cameras installed. Seal accepts. Later in the 1970s, Schafer asks Seal to start acting as a courier between the CIA and General Noriega in Panama. During a mission, the Medellin Cartel picks Seal up and asks him to fly cocaine on his return flights to the USA. Seal accepts ...
Queen Sugar Mid- Season Preview at PaleyFest
September 13, 2017 12:39 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MBOn Sunday, September 10, 2017, The Paley Center for Media hosted day five of its 11th Annual PaleyFest Fall TV Previews honoring the OWN series Queen Sugar at the Paley Center in Beverly Hills and Why Watch That was there to cover it. The cast dawned the "purple" carpet eager to share their thoughts of show's mid-season return. This episode is such to satisfy your Sugar fix. Take a listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EPISODE 66 – THE CRITIC AND REFEREE FAVORITE INTERVIEWS
August 07, 2017 13:24 - 27 minutes - 50.2 MBWhile the Critic and Referee are enjoying some well deserved vacation time before the Summer comes to an end, we've prepared a favorites episode that is sure to keep you entertained until their return. Sit back, relax and enjoy while the Critic and the Referee each share with you one of their favorite interviews on WhyWatchThat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 65 – Wind River & Other Movie Reviews!
August 01, 2017 14:35 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBWelcome to Episode 65 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Sneak Peek: Brave New Jersey Check out our review page here! 2. Did You Know? Did you know that this late, great comedic actor (who was one of Mel Brooks’s favorites) provided the voice of Pizza the Hutt in “Spaceballs”? 3. Sneak Peek: Chronically Metropolitan Check out our review page here! 4. Sneak Peek: Wind River Check out our review page here! 5. Pick of the Week: The Incredible Jessica James (Netflix) ...
Episode 64 – Atomic Blonde, Game of Thrones, and Much, Much More!
July 25, 2017 17:35 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBWelcome to Episode 64 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Sneak Peek: Brigsby Bear Check out our review page here! 2. Did You Know? Did you know that, according to Indiewire, the real director of the original "Poltergeist" (1982) isn't technically Tobe Hooper, as credited? The actual director of the film is this mega-famous director who was bound by contract to another film and couldn't attach his name to "Poltergeist," as a result. 3. Talk: Recent TV Premieres Insecure...
Bonus – Girls Trip & Dunkirk
July 20, 2017 18:38 - 17 minutes - 8.24 MBIn this bonus episode, the Critic talks to the Producer about two major film releases this weekend – "Girls Trip" and "Dunkirk." The Producer got a chance to attend a screening for each, so listen to find out which film is for you. Maybe it's both? Also, be sure to check out our website at whywatchthat.com for our full suite of resources, including reviews, episodes, and free giveaways! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 63 – Indie Movies & Summer TV!
July 18, 2017 15:30 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBWelcome to Episode 63 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Sneak Peek: Landline Check out our review page at whywatchthat.com! 2. Did You Know? Did you know that this actor is a rapper, was a backup dancer for Queen Latifah, starred in a film with Tupac, and played a TV doctor twice? 3. First Look: To the Bone Check out our review page at whywatchthat.com! 4. Rapid Fire: Summer TV Claws (TNT) The Mist (Spike) Snowfall (FX) Salvation (CBS) Hooten & the Lady (CW) ...
Bonus – War for the Planet of the Apes!
July 11, 2017 20:23 - 9 minutes - 4.51 MBIn this bonus episode, the Why Watch That team reviews "War for the Planet of the Apes," the upcoming and highly anticipated end to the most recent "Planet of the Apes" trilogy. For more information about that film and to enter into Blu-ray DVD giveaways (courtesy of Paramount Pictures), visit our website at whywatchthat.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 62 – Spider-Man: Homecoming, A Ghost Story, and More!
July 04, 2017 22:07 - 29 minutesWelcome to Episode 62 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Sneak Peek: A Ghost Story Check out our review page at whywatchthat.com! 2. Did You Know? Which American artist has been nominated for a SAG award twice and a Pulitzer for drama and won a Pulitzer and a Tony award as an actor and a playwright? 3. Sneak Peek: Spider-Man: Homecoming Check out our review page at whywatchthat.com! 4. Pick of the Week: Younger on TV Land Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Episode 61 – The Beguiled, The Big Sick, and More!
June 25, 2017 00:21 - 31 minutesWelcome to Episode 61 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Sneak Peek: The Beguiled Check out our review page at whywatchthat.com! 2. Did You Know? Which classic comedy movie turns 30-years-old on June 24 and used a blue screen that scared the film crew and cast? 3. Sneak Peek: The Big Sick Check out our review page at whywatchthat.com! 4. Pick of the Week: I, Daniel Blake Check out our review page at whywatchthat.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
New Episode Coming This Weekend!
June 20, 2017 14:00 - 1 minuteWe'll be back with an all-new episode this weekend. In the meantime, visit whywatchthat.com for reviews, interviews, giveaways, and more! Don't forget to rate us on iTunes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 60 – Rapid Fire TV!
June 13, 2017 17:05 - 36 minutesWelcome to Episode 60 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Rapid Fire (Part 1): New & Returning TV Shows The Last Kingdom I Love Dick Twin Peaks Bloodline House of Cards Nashville Fear the Walking Dead I’m Dying Up Here Queen of the South Orange Is the New Black 2. Did You Know? Which well-respected actress, who stars in a hit show that recently returned, threatened to go public if she didn’t receive the same pay as her male co-star? 3. Rapid Fire (P...
Episode 59 – The Heartbeat of Why Watch That
May 23, 2017 18:19 - 27 minutesWelcome to Episode 59 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Why Watch That Insider: Who We Are: The Heartbeat of Why Watch That The Critic and the Referee take a stroll down memory lane to discuss the origins of our show and the driving force behind it. 2. Did You Know? Which actress refused to return to an iconic ‘80s show without a pay raise and missed the first episode of its fifth season as a result? She did this knowing that the fourth season of the show ended with ...
Episode 58 – Alien: Covenant, TV Renewals & Cancellations, and the Return of Lawrence Saint-Victor!
May 16, 2017 08:40 - 48 minutesWelcome to Episode 58 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Sneak Peek: Alien: Covenant 2. Did You Know? Which TV show was cancelled after its first season, then brought back for another 11 seasons after it achieved popularity in syndication? 3. The Why Watch That Talk: TV Renewals & Cancellations with Lawrence Saint-Victor 4. Pick of the Week: Gomorrah on SundanceTV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 57 – Our TV Bonanza feat. The Handmaid’s Tale, 13 Reasons Why & Much More!
May 09, 2017 16:00 - 44 minutesWelcome to Episode 57 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Rapid Fire: Our rapid takes on TV shows that have premiered or ended recently Season Finales The Magicians The Path Crashing Legends of Tomorrow Outsiders Catastrophe Premieres Harlots Class The White Princess Girlboss Mary Kills People American Gods 2. Did You Know? What’s the highest-grossing comic book movie of all time? 3. The Why Watch That Talk: Our lengthier takes on TV shows that have p...
We're Back on Tuesday!
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Episode 56 – The Fate of the Furious, The Lost City of Z & More!
April 14, 2017 20:46 - 36 minutesWelcome to Episode 56 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Our reviews of The Lost City of Z, Norman: The Moderate Rise and Tragic Fall of a New York Fixer, and The Fate of the Furious! 2. Did You Know: Which revered actress campaigned to appear in the Fast & Furious franchise? 3. Pick of the Week: Homeland Season 6 (Showtime) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 55 – Recent TV Finales, Get Out & More!
April 06, 2017 03:16 - 32 minutesWelcome to Episode 55 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Recent TV Finales: The Critic and the Referee discuss just how successful the season finales of This Is Us (NBC), Baskets (FX), Legion (FX), and The Walking Dead (AMC), and the ending of miniseries Big Little Lies (HBO) were. 2. Did You Know: Meryl Streep was crowned "The Next First Lady of the American Screen" by which iconic actress who's come back to prominence recently? 3. Sneak Peek: Their Finest 4. Pick of...
Episode 54 – Oh So Much TV + A New Giveaway!
April 01, 2017 02:05 - 42 minutesWelcome to Episode 54 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. New & Returning TV: The Critic and the Referee give you the goods on the new seasons of The Americans (FX), Underground (WGN), The Catch (ABC), American Crime (ABC), and Into the Badlands (AMC); the series debuts of Trial & Error (NBC), Snatch (Crackle), Iron Fist (Netflix), and Shots Fired (FOX); the returns of Designated Survivor (ABC) and Empire (FOX); and the recent TV movie, To Walk Invisible: The Brontë Sisters ...
Episode 53 – A TV Catch-Up & The Future of Cable
March 15, 2017 01:27 - 36 minutesWelcome to Episode 53 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Our TV Catch-Up: We give you our take on the current states of The Collection (Amazon Prime), The Missing (Starz), The Walking Dead (AMC), Girls (HBO), The Good Fight (CBS All Access), Billions (Showtime), Crashing (HBO), National Treasure (Hulu), Making History (FOX), and Feud: Bette and Joan (FX). 2. The Future of Cable TV: The Critic and the Referee discuss how to navigate the vast landscape of TV offerings witho...
Episode 52 – The Sense of an Ending's Jim Broadbent, The Ottoman Lieutenant, and Raw!
March 08, 2017 21:14 - 37 minutesWelcome to Episode 52 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: 1. Our Sneak Peek reviews of "Raw," "The Ottoman Lieutenant," and "The Sense of an Ending." 2. Snippets of our interview with Jim Broadbent (the "Harry Potter" series, "Iris," the "Bridget Jones" series), the Academy Award-winning and Golden Globe Award-winning star of "The Sense of an Ending." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 51 – Common, Tatiana Maslany, Tom Cullen, Personal Shopper, and More!
March 06, 2017 21:06 - 47 minutesWelcome to Episode 51 of Why Watch That Radio! This episode includes: Snippets of our interviews from this year's Sundance Film Festival with the cast and producers, including Common and Alfre Woodard, of Netflix's "Burning Sands" Snippets of our interview with stars Tatiana Maslany ("Orphan Black") and Tom Cullen ("Downton Abbey") and writer-director-producer Joey Klein of "The Other Half" Our "Sneak Peek" reviews of "Burning Sands," "Personal Shopper" (which stars Kristen Stewart), a...
Early Release: Episode 50 – Our Reaction to Oscars 2017 & Logan!
February 27, 2017 21:26 - 39 minutesWhoa, listeners! After handing out awards fairly predictably, last night's Oscars ended with a shocker! "Moonlight" emerged victorious after a mix-up that will go down in history. So, we just couldn't wait until Tuesday to release our reaction! In this episode, the Critic and the Referee provide their takes on the festivities. Are they pleased with the Academy's decisions? How good was this year's ceremony? Take a listen to their entertaining conversation to find out. But, that's not all! Th...
Episode 49 – Our Picks for the Best of 2016: TV and Film
February 25, 2017 04:15 - 41 minutesHey, there, listeners! Welcome to a very special episode of Why Watch That! Before the Oscars are held this Sunday, we want to give you our final take on last year's best releases. Normally, the Critic and the Referee make their recommendations based on who should watch specific movies and TV shows and how. But, this time, they're giving you their personal picks for the best movies and TV shows of last year. What excited them the most? Listen to this candid episode to find out! Click here ...
We're back on Friday! Check out our Sundance Coverage in the Meantime
February 24, 2017 02:19 - 45 secondsWe haven't forgotten about you and will be back on Friday with a new episode. In the meantime check out our Sundance coverage at the website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 48 – We Predict the Oscars!
February 15, 2017 04:25 - 39 minutesSince the Oscars will air on Sunday, February 26, the Critic and the Referee decided to say “Happy Valentine’s Day!” by predicting the winners in this year’s major categories and by giving you their own favorites in those categories. Do they get it right? Listen to this episode, then tune in to the festivities on the 26th to find out. Also, do they agree or disagree with the Academy’s nominees and the odds-on favorites? At times, their responses to that question are explosive, indeed. Finally...
Episode 47 – Special Edition – John Wick Chapter 2 & The LEGO Batman Movie
February 10, 2017 21:07 - 19 minutesThe LEGO Batman Movie In the irreverent spirit of fun that made “The LEGO® Movie” a worldwide phenomenon, the self-described leading man of that ensemble—LEGO® Batman—stars in his own big-screen adventure. But there are big changes brewing in Gotham City, and if he wants to save the city from The Joker’s hostile takeover, Batman may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up. John Wick 2 In this next chapter following...
Episode 46 – TV Bonanza! January 2017’s New & Returning Shows
February 08, 2017 01:09 - 55 minutesIn this episode, the Critic and the Referee say “Happy New Year!” to recent TV shows (both new and returning) that premiered last month. The “new” includes “Star,” Lee Daniels’ second musical show on FOX; “Taboo,” Tom Hardy’s foray into television on FX; “Sneaky Pete,” which was co-created by Bryan Cranston; “The Young Pope,” starring Jude Law and Diane Keaton; and much more. The “returning” includes “Nashville,” which now airs on CMT; “Homeland,” Showtime’s perennial favorite; “Sherlock,” st...
Updated: Episode 45 – Sundance 2017 Highlights, Interviews, and Reviews
February 07, 2017 23:08 - 23 minutesThe 2017 Sundance Film Festival is over, and we’re back in NYC. Thanks for joining us as we covered the movies, politics, and events at this year's festival. We networked with filmmakers and producers, interviewed a few celebrities, and even watched some great and not-so great movies that will be coming to a theater near you later in the year. We can’t wait to go back next year! But, for now, please enjoy our festival highlights, featuring the Critic's and the Referee's thoughts on "A Ghost...
We're going to Sundance!
January 21, 2017 02:00 - 1 minuteWhy Watch That is going to the Sundance Film Festival! Stay tuned for updates and additional coverage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 44 – Goodbye “Rectify” & Recent TV Finales
December 27, 2016 17:00 - 40 minutesIn this episode, the Critic and the Referee say goodbye to one of their favorite TV shows, “Rectify.” In addition, they discuss where a bunch of shows left us after their recent season finales. Those shows include “Mozart in the Jungle,” “Westworld,” “Pitch,” “Poldark,” “Younger,” “Insecure,” “Atlanta,” “Masters of Sex,” and “The Exorcist.” Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 43 – Hidden Figures, Paterson, 20th Century Women, and Silence
December 23, 2016 18:00 - 44 minutesHey, there, listeners! This is the third and final episode that is chock full of movie reviews only! If you missed the previous two episodes, be sure to check them out! Since there are so many movies coming out around the holidays, we wanted to make sure that we shared our reviews before you hit the theaters. In this episode, we review “Hidden Figures,” “Paterson,” “20th Century Women,” and “Silence.” (Don’t forget to visit whywatchthat.com for even more reviews, as well.) Enjoy! Hosted on...
Episode 42 – Assassin’s Creed, Passengers, and Patriots Day
December 20, 2016 18:00 - 33 minutesWell, well, well, listeners! Welcome to the second episode of a three-episode series that we’re releasing for the holidays! (The third and final episode in the series will be released Friday.) So, we’re continuing to share our reviews of movies that are releasing during the holiday season. If you missed the first episode in this series, check it out! Also, be sure to visit whywatchthat.com for even more reviews! In this episode, we review “Assassin’s Creed,” “Passengers,” and “Patriots Day.” ...
Episode 41 – Collateral Beauty, Fences, La La Land, and Office Christmas Party
December 17, 2016 02:50 - 43 minutesHey, listeners! Since there are so many movies coming out around the holidays, we’ll be releasing three episodes over the course of the next two weeks (starting with this one) that are chock full of reviews. We’ll release even more movie reviews on our site at whywatchthat.com. (For instance, if you’re looking for “Sing” or “Solace,” please visit our site.) In this episode, we review “Fences,” “Office Christmas Party,” “La La Land,” and “Collateral Beauty.” Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Episode 40 – Manchester by the Sea, Arrival, Nocturnal Animals, and Bleed For This
November 17, 2016 01:47 - 34 minutesWelcome to a special episode of Why Watch That; this is all about reviews! Since we’ve been away for a couple of weeks in preparation for the future of Why Watch That, in this episode, we wanted to put together our reviews of recently released and soon-to-be released movies. Our first review is of “Arrival,” which opened last week and stars Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, and Forest Whitaker. The other three films that are reviewed in this episode all release this week. They are: “Bleed For This,”...
Episode 39 – The Walking Dead Returns and More TV! & The State of 2016’s Fall Film Releases … So Far
October 25, 2016 20:17 - 37 minutesIn this episode, the Critic and the Referee take a step back from movie review after movie review to focus on ... "The Walking Dead"! Well, not just that, of course. Our dynamic duo talks about both new and returning TV shows. They also take a pause to reflect on the state of this year's fall film releases. Are these films delivering the goods so far? Listen to find out! Plus, there's a "Did You Know" about one of the most singular actors around and a "Pick of the Week" that will help you ge...
Episode 38 – Jack Reacher: Never Go Back, Ouija: Origin of Evil, Keeping Up With the Joneses & Two Special Interviews
October 21, 2016 21:58 - 31 minutesWEEKEND EDITION: In this episode, the Critic and the Referee review action-sequel “Jack Reacher: Never Go Back,” which stars Tom Cruise; horror-movie “Ouija: Origin of Evil”; and action-comedy “Keeping Up With the Joneses,” which stars Zach Galifianakis, Jon Hamm, Isla Fisher, and Gal Gadot. In addition, we’ve included highlights of our interviews with Courtney Hunt, director of “The Whole Truth,” which we reviewed in our previous episode, and with Ti West and James Ransone, writer-director-...
Episode 37 – The Whole Truth, Moonlight, In a Valley of Violence, and Love & Friendship
October 18, 2016 20:06 - 32 minutesThis episode of Why Watch That Radio is chock full of reviews! The Critic and the Referee give you their takes on “The Whole Truth,” directed by Courtney Hunt and starring Keanu Reeves, Renée Zellweger, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Gabriel Basso, and Jim Belushi; Barry Jenkins’ startling new film, “Moonlight,” starring Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris, Janelle Monáe, André Holland, Alex Hibbert, Ashton Sanders, and Trevante Rhodes; “In a Valley of Violence,” Ti West’s singular sort of western, which stars ...
Episode 36 – The Accountant, Certain Women, Coming Through the Rye & Another NYFF Recap
October 13, 2016 19:32 - 29 minutesWelcome, everyone, to Why Watch That Radio’s first Thursday episode. We’re calling this: the WEEKEND EDITION! Since we have a lot of content to share with you, we decided to release two episodes per week, when it makes sense. So, be sure to check us out every Tuesday and Thursday for all things film and television. In this episode, the Critic and the Referee review “Certain Women,” starring Kristen Stewart, Michelle Williams, and Laura Dern; “Coming Through the Rye,” starring Chris Cooper as...
Episode 35 – Returning TV, We Heart 80s Movies Part 1 & Ordinary World
October 11, 2016 18:46 - 38 minutesListeners, we’re on a roll! Since we have so much content to give you, we’ve decided to start releasing two episodes a week … when appropriate. So, be sure to check us out on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and you won’t miss a thing. In this episode, we have the return of a special guest: writer-director-actor extraordinaire, Lawrence Saint-Victor. If you missed Lawrence’s first appearance on our show, check out Episode 31. This time around, Lawrence joins us for the first part of a two-part discu...